City glow versus star glow: where do you stand?

I've noticed my night sky photos get worse as our city adds more lights. Some people argue it's needed for security, but others say it wastes energy and hides the stars. What's your opinion?

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uma8961d ago

You mentioned how city lights "hide the stars," and that's a cultural loss we rarely talk about. For thousands of years, people used the stars for stories, navigation, and a sense of place. Losing that nightly view cuts us off from a shared human history.

sandra1461d ago

Totally agree. Think about how the Milky Way guided travelers for centuries. Now, in cities, you're lucky to spot a few bright planets. We've lost that direct link to myths and maps that shaped whole civilizations.