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
Two years after buying Cherry Creek Food Hall & Brewery for $5.2 million, Houston-based RCI Hospitality Holdings Co. plans to close the business on Nov. 30, according to a Facebook post.
RCI purchased the operation, 6575 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., from well-known Denver chef and restaurateur Troy Guard, who had opened it in 2021.
When your Windows PC encounters problems during startup, Advanced Boot Options can help get to the bottom of it. These options let you quickly diagnose and fix various issues without extensive technical knowledge.
Belkin just announced a voluntary recall of all for one of its BoostCharge Pro power banks as it discovered a manufacturing defect that might put users at risk. Because of this, the company says that all users should stop using it immediately and is offering a full refund to all affected customers.
Streaming subscriptions have become a staple of modern entertainment, but the costs add up fast with so many options. Whether you're a Netflix binge-watcher, a Disney+ enthusiast, or a Spotify listener, there are smart ways to enjoy your favorite content without breaking the bank.
The Raspberry Pi is a wonderful little device that opens up endless possibilities. Its community is spread across multiple web platforms, with Reddit hosting one of the largest.
We've all heard the "quality over quantity" mantra, particularly when it comes to tech. But, sometimes, there are exceptions—like when you need an impulsive gadget or a household appliance that doesn't need to last forever. While Temu has been the go-to for these moments, we now have a comparable option with Amazon Haul.