Ants use 'math' to find fastest routes Just as light does, ants traveling through different materials follow the fastest path, not the shortest one. A recent study found that when fire ants (Wasmannia auropunctata) crossed different surfaces, the insects chose the route that would minimize their total walking time, rather than the distance traveled. More
Five ways to celebrate 3.14159 on Pi Day Today is Pi Day, a day to celebrate the joys of the mathematical constant of 3.14159 or a slice of baked deliciousness. If the term "pi" doesn't ring any bells, let's review a little high school geometry. Pi is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter and is represented by the 16th letter of the Greek alphabet ("π") and is often written simply as "pi." More
Harvard Sophomore Uses Math to Predict Oscar Winners Using formulas he says are derived from "only math and 15 years of data, no personal hunches," a college student named Ben Zauzmer is taking a Nate Silver-like approach to predicting the Oscar winners -- and he says last year, his model proved 100 percent effective at determining who'd take home trophies in all eight of the major categories. More
Don't rush maths, report urges Rushing able mathematicians through the curriculum means England is producing pupils with a "superficial" grasp of the subject, a report suggests. More
Google's AI Overviews have made getting instant results from Search easier. However, the best source for instant results are the various operators and widgets at the top of Google's search results, saving you from having to scroll for an answer.
A good password manager is important for keeping your login details safe. NordPass, Proton Pass, and Dashlane are three of the most popular tools; knowing which is the best for your needs will make it much easier to pick the right one.
If you use the Google app on your iPhone or Android phone, you mightve noticed a few random highlights appear on words or terms of interest. This is a new feature the search giant introducedcalled Page Annotationand it gives you more information on what youre reading.
Streaming services are packed with features, but not all get the spotlight. Apple TV+ is often celebrated for its sleek design and original content, but one feature doesnt get enough credit: its approach to offline downloads. Apple TV+ does offline downloads differentlyand betterthan most competitors.
Smart TVs are everywhere today; it can even take a bit of work to find a not-smart or dumb TV. Personally, I'm not a fan of smart TVs, and I found a better alternative sitting on a shelf in my office.
If you regularly use Google Photos on the web (rather than on your smartphone), you'll be pleased to learn that the web version is getting a small UI change. This UI change means the menu options match those recently introduced to the mobile version of Google Photos, and is designed to make it easier than ever to find the content you're looking for.