Written in the stars

Modern-day astrologers are more concerned with counseling and making people happy, rather than predicting their futures, Qiu Yijiao discovers

They are neither wizards with magic crystal balls, nor feng shui masters with white goatee beards. But they claim to foresee the future and transmit secret messages from the stars.

At the very least, these astrologers' insights are must-read sections in magazines, newspapers and websites, providing daily forecasts based on the 12 zodiac signs, and generous tips on relationships and careers.