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......»»
Enabling Australia"s transition to a fair and just low carbon future
A new report from Monash University and Royal Holloway University researchers has outlined how Australia can move equitably towards zero carbon emissions by overcoming socio-economic, location, scale and technology challenges......»»
No sugarcoating: Donut math yields way to make qubits last longer
Quasi-periodic kicks result in very periodic qubits, thanks to donuts. Enlarge / An ion trap, the quantum hardware that was used for this work. (credit: Honeywell) You can almost hear the indrawn breath from newsrooms around t.....»»
IKEA Taiwan creates circular economy with B2B subscription model
IKEA has been recognized for its efforts to promote sustainable living and a circular economy. The furniture maker has pledged to become climate positive by 2030, including creating a fair and equal workplace and regenerating resources from end-of-li.....»»
6 Best Calculator for SAT | Reviews & Buyer’s Guide
We think everyone will agree that calculators make the SAT exam a bit easier. Especially the sections which require numerical calculations. The SAT Math section is no piece of cake, and on top of that, not every calculator available on the market i.....»»
How To Use Scientific Calculator [All You Need To Know]
Learning to use a scientific calculator can seem daunting, but if a project/exam is looming ahead, one can’t run away from it forever. Even if you are great at solving math problems and know all the formulas, using scientific calculators does not.....»»
ACT Approved Calculators | Scientific Calculator Tips
Imagine taking your calculator to the ACT testing center only to find out that it’s not allowed on the test! No matter how hard you have prepared for the math section, your efforts will likely go in vain. Hence, it’s best to know the ACT calcul.....»»
Meet the Ukrainian Number Theorist Who Won Math’s Highest Honor
With her homeland mired in war, the sphere-packing number theorist Maryna Viazovska has become the second woman to win a Fields Medal in the award’s history......»»
How one institution keeps claiming math’s highest award
One institute has had 12 math faculty, and eight of them have won the Fields Medal. Enlarge / The buildings of the IHES. (credit: Dhananjay Khadilkar) Even before this year’s Fields Medal winners announcement, the Institut d.....»»
The new Google Wallet app has landed, and here’s what it looks like
Google Wallet is finally here and is as confusing as ever. Luckily, its UI is clean and easy to navigate, making it a fair enough transition for Android users......»»
65 Editorial Workers at Wired Are Threatening to Strike
"It's Friday night and I'm meant to be on my first vacation in a year," tweeted a senior writer at Wired. "But instead I've been bargaining with Wired management all day — and will tonight and into the weekend to get a fair deal." 65 editoria.....»»
Meta Settles with DOJ Over Discriminatory Ad Algorithms
A new lawsuit alleges Meta’s marketing tools have allowed and encouraged advertisers to target housing ads based on demographic characteristics, which is prohibited by the Fair Housing Act. The post Meta Settle.....»»
How to superscript in Google Docs
For math, science, or even a footnote, here’s how to superscript in Google Docs. Learn how to apply the superscript format on the web and in the mobile app......»»
Tesla challenges powers of California agency behind race bias lawsuit
Tesla's complaint contends the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing has adopted "underground regulations" that flout requirements it must meet before suing employers......»»
Majority of current-gen GPUs now selling at or below recommended price
The good news is that graphics card prices are still dropping, and by a fair bit in May......»»
New York State Passes First-Ever "Right To Repair" Law For Electronics
The New York state legislature has passed the United States' first "right to repair" bill covering electronics. The Verge reports: Called the Fair Repair Act, the measure would require all manufacturers who sell "digital electronic products" within s.....»»
New York first state to pass ‘Right to Repair’ law for electronics
New York state legislature has passed the first Right to Repair bill for electronics in the United States. According to The Verge, this measure called the Digital Fair Repair Act, requires all manufacturers in the state who sell “digital electroni.....»»
Has lowering the drinking age caused more crime? Despite ongoing concern, the evidence isn"t clear cut
It's fair to say that drinking alcohol is popular among Kiwis, to the point of potential harm......»»
Top-rated educational math apps may not be best for children"s learning
The top 25 math apps for children under five-years-old do not reflect best practices on how children learn and develop their early mathematical skills, according to a new report from IOE, UCL's Faculty of Education and Society......»»
Samsung Allegedly Assembling a "Dream Team" To Take Down Apple"s M1 In 2025
Samsung is rumored to be assembling a special task force dubbed "Dream Platform One team" tasked with designing a custom in-house Samsung mobile Application Processor (AP) that can take on Apple Silicon. Neowin reports: It's probably fair to say that.....»»
AI reveals unsuspected math underlying search for exoplanets
Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms trained on real astronomical observations now outperform astronomers in sifting through massive amounts of data to find new exploding stars, identify new types of galaxies and detect the mergers of massive star.....»»