Can math make redistricting more fair?
Just before midnight on Tuesday, Sept. 28, an independent, bipartisan commission voted to approve a new map for Colorado's congressional districts––dividing the state into eight territories with roughly equal populations......»»
Students around the world suffered huge learning setbacks during the pandemic, study finds
Students around the world suffered historic setbacks in reading and math during the COVID-19 pandemic, with declines in test scores so widespread that the United States climbed in global rankings simply by falling behind less sharply, a new study fin.....»»
New math approach provides insight into memory formation
The simple activity of walking through a room jumpstarts the neurons in the human brain. An explosion of electrochemical events or "neuronal spikes" appears at various times during the action. These spikes in activity, otherwise known as action poten.....»»
Low emissions and economic survival—countries in the global south aren"t getting a fair deal
In 2015, more than 140 countries signed up to the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. For countries in the global south this is a huge task. On the one hand, they have committed to low emissions. On the other their economic survival depends.....»»
2023’s weirdest movie was actually made over 50 years ago. Here’s why it’s still worth watching today
2023 has had its fair share of weird movies, but none top this horror movie, which was made over 50 years ago. Find out what it is and why you should watch it......»»
BBC quiz show with Gestapo-inspired design offers study on stress responses
Also: Mastermind is not perfectly "fair" when it comes to determining the winner. Enlarge (credit: University of Arizona) The hugely popular British quiz show Mastermind has been a fixture on BBC television since its deb.....»»
Many physicists assume we must live in a multiverse—but their basic math may be wrong
One of the most startling scientific discoveries of recent decades is that physics appears to be fine-tuned for life. This means that for life to be possible, certain numbers in physics had to fall within a certain, very narrow range......»»
Unraveling the Mysteries of Math and Science Just Got Easier!
Google now has better ways to help you with all the challenges that STEM brings. The post Unraveling the Mysteries of Math and Science Just Got Easier! appeared first on Phandroid. School and learning is a lifelong pursuit, and learning ne.....»»
OpenAI introduces custom AI assistants called “GPTs” that play different roles
Users can build and share custom-defined roles—from math mentor to sticker designer. Enlarge / "GPTs" will allow ChatGPT users to create custom AI assistants that serve different purposes. (credit: Getty Images) On Mon.....»»
Apple just started rolling out new AirTag firmware
Lest you think a space black MacBook Pro was the biggest news of the week, Apple is back with an all-new version of firmware. Still think the black aluminum laptop is more exciting? Fair. Nevertheless, new AirTag firmware awaits. more….....»»
Improved information and communication technology infrastructure leads to better math skills, research suggests
Students who are more digitally skilled also perform better in math. New research from Renae Loh and others at Radboud University shows that in countries with better availability of information and communication technology (ICT) in schools, math perf.....»»
Math disabilities hold many students back. Schools often don"t screen for them
Laura Jackson became seriously concerned about her daughter and math when the girl was in third grade. While many of her classmates flew through multiplication tests, Jackson's daughter relied on her fingers to count, had difficulty reading clocks an.....»»
Here"s every word of Madeline"s grim "Fall of the House of Usher" finale monologue
"The Fall of the House of Usher": Here's every word of Madeline Usher's speech in the finale. As well as being full of scares and WTF moments, The Fall of the House of Usher also has a fair bit of political commentary.The gloves really come off.....»»
From Donna Summer to creaking floorboards: How sound shapes "Fair Play"
"Fair Play" director Chloe Domont explains how elements of her film's score — including a Donna Summer needle drop — build tension. When it comes to sound, Fair Play starts with a banger and ends with a bang.The corporate thriller from writ.....»»
Saturday Citations: Gravitational waves, time travel and the simulated universe hypothesis
This week, researchers proved empirically that life isn't fair. Also, you'll notice that, in a superhuman display of restraint, I managed to write a paragraph about the simulated universe hypothesis without once referencing "The Matrix." (Except for.....»»
"All hands on deck." How Israel"s vital tech sector is navigating the war
Israel's vast tech sector has seen its fair share of crises, from financial downturns and the Covid-19 pandemic to periodic flare-ups in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Each time, the industry has bounced back, demonstrating why the country of just.....»»
Experts call for just and fair transition away from industrial meat production and consumption
A team of scientists has presented a five-step approach to through which governments can plan a transition away from high levels of industrial meat production and consumption that is fair and just for affected stakeholders......»»
Flipped coins found not to be as fair as thought
A large team of researchers affiliated with multiple institutions across Europe, has found evidence backing up work by Persi Diaconis in 2007 in which he suggested tossed coins are more likely to land on the same side they started on, rather than on.....»»
This Lenovo laptop is usually $2,688 — today it’s $629
Yes, your math is right. This Lenovo laptop is $2,000 off its estimated value. That's a 76% discount for Prime Day. But is there more to the story?.....»»
Israel-Hamas war has X and its users swimming in sea of disinformation
Flooded with old videos and video game footage, X is a bad place to stay informed. Enlarge / Elon Musk at the Viva Tech fair in Paris, France, on Friday, June 16, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) In the wake of H.....»»
Authors: OpenAI’s Fair Use Argument in Copyright Dispute is Misplaced
Several authors including Paul Tremblay, Mona Awad and comedian Sarah Silverman have responded to OpenAI's request to dismiss several infringement copyright claims. The AI company cited fair use, among other things, but the plaintiffs note that this.....»»