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Mathematics

A Mobius strip made with a piece of paper and tape.

The weird world of one-sided objects

Science and Creativity

The Mobius strip has fascinated environmentalists, artists, engineers, mathematicians and many others ever since its discovery in 1858.

Maryam Mirzakhani

Iranian newspapers honor math ‘genius’ Maryam Mirzakhani — some with pictures of her without a hijab

Leaders

Taxes for the rich, equality for the rest, says economist

Business, Economics and Jobs
Mathematician Oliver Byrne published "The Elements of Euclid" in 1847, updating the ancient geometry text with colorful design language.

A colorful, innovative take on Euclid finally gets its due

Books
Maryam Mirzakhani

An Iranian woman makes history in winning a math prize

Science
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Is seven your favorite number? We thought so. Here’s what it says about you

Environment

An online survey about favorite numbers suggests people feel connected to numbers that stand out and feel exceptional.

Is seven your favorite number? We thought so. Here’s what it says about you

Environment

An online survey about favorite numbers suggests people feel connected to numbers that stand out and feel exceptional.

Mrs. Lovett’s Colorful Math Classroom

Development & Education

Wendy Lovett, a popular teacher at the South African math and science school COSAT, returned to her native United Kingdom recently. But she’s leaving behind more than memories. She’s leaving behind a bright, colorful classroom that students say helps them to achieve success.

Tourist trade dries up as Mali struggles with Islamist insurgency

Mali’s tourism industry was long its third-most important, fueling local economies and keeping people employed. But after terrorists and separatists seized control of the country’s northern region, that tourism has all but disappeared.

Computer Art

Arts, Culture & Media

The visual arts world has been slow to embrace computers. Some forward-thinking collectors hope to change that.

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