DeepMind’s AlphaEvolve helps solve a math puzzle with Terence Tao, showing how AI can now invent new ideas—and prove old ones ...

Math and physics explain the anguish of a golf ball that zings around the rim of the hole instead of falling in.

Marijn Heule turns mathematical statements into something like Sudoku puzzles, then has computers go to work on them. His ...

When it comes to missiles, America lacks the magazine depth for a long fight, especially against a peer competitor like China. A major part of the problem: traditional U.S. missiles are simply too ...

In recent years, states have embraced literacy reform and experienced real gains. It’s time to bring that same urgency and practicality to math with numeracy ...

Teacher education often receives criticism for being too theoretical. Many students lack more training in how to teach in practice when they enter schools. They now receive this at the University of ...

The best perk of Alberto Maspero’s job, he says, is the view from his window. Situated on a hill above the ancient port city of Trieste, Italy, his office at the International School for Advanced ...

TEL AVIV—Hamas handed over the bodies of four more hostages to Israel on Tuesday, after both sides accused each other of violating the cease-fire that was part of the deal that released all 20 living ...

At first glance, Dollar Tree looks like it has some of the best deals on everyday essentials, but some “savings” don’t hold up under unit math. It may look like you’re getting a better price at Dollar ...

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