The New FeedNov 22, 20202 minTime ZonesNot long ago (in the 19th century) everyone set their watches to the sun, or the clock in the town square. No one fell forward or sprung...
The New FeedOct 25, 20202 minKnot TheoryKnot Theory is the study of, well, knots. Inspired by real-world examples, this unique field of mathematics specializes in the tying,...
The New FeedOct 18, 20202 minThe Copernican PrincipleAt first glance, the Copernican Principle may seem rather depressing. Proposed by Polish astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus in the 16th...
The New FeedAug 23, 20202 minThe Acoustic EquationWhen it's safe to visit large indoor spaces again, we encourage you to pay attention to the acoustics. Like us, you probably take it for...
The New FeedAug 16, 20202 minThe Golden RatioThe natural world can appear beautifully spontaneous and unpredictable, but there's often method to the madness. The Golden Ratio...
The New FeedAug 9, 20202 minThe Simulation HypothesisIn 2003, philosopher Nick Bostrom published a paper in the Philosophical Quarterly titled “Are you living in a simulation?” As you can...
The New FeedJul 19, 20202 minThe Drake EquationHow many intelligent alien civilizations do you think there are in the universe? 5? 4000? Just us? During the 1960s, while working as a...
The New FeedJun 28, 20202 minThe Mètre EtalonEtched into marble, on the side of the Ministry of Justice building in Paris, lies the mètre étalon - one of the first metre sticks ever...
The New FeedMay 24, 20201 minWhen to StopWhen should you stop dating and choose a partner? How many houses should you look at before you buy? When should you stop observing a...