MYSTERIOUS: Math - What They Never Told You

Arjun Prajapati: This 5-year-old with Vadodara roots started reading before turning 2, has an IQ of 141, ranks in the top 2% and has read 3,000 books

Five-year-old Arjun Prajapati has drawn attention for his exceptional learning abilities, scoring 141 on an IQ test and qualifying for Mensa International and Intertel at the age of four. He reportedly began reading independently at 18 months and has explored more than 3,000 books on subjects including mathematics, astronomy, genetics…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Why Would Trump Make A Deal With A Judge Who Ruled Illegal Aliens Have A Right To "Locomotion" In The United States?

And does Todd Butler agree with Judge Southwick that denying a bond hearing to illegal aliens is an affront to freedom “at its most basic”?

Reason · Oct 23

Thinking About Changing Careers Because of AI? Do the Math First

AI has made career planning feel like a game of musical chairs, except nobody knows when the music will stop. Before leaving a familiar job for a supposedly safer profession, take a close look at what the switch could cost.

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 23

Before Paying Cash for Ozempic or Wegovy, Do the 12-Month Math

The price of a weight-loss prescription can look manageable until the pharmacy bill shows up for the sixth month in a row. Ozempic and Wegovy may carry very different costs depending on insurance, eligibility, dosage, and where someone fills a prescription. Paying cash can also turn a monthly expense into…

The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 21

In the age of AI, learning maths is even more vital

Letters: Readers react to Simon Jenkins’ article that said it’s more important for children to learn how to speak fluently than study mathematics

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21

The Largest Buyouts in College Football and Men’s College Basketball History

Math is never as backward as it is when talking about college coaching buyouts. Here are the largest calculator-busting buyouts ever.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 21

Does Praising Every Little Thing Help Children Build Confidence?

Praising children feels natural because parents want them to feel loved, capable and confident. But have you ever wondered whether praising every little thing actually helps children develop confidence, or whether too much praise can sometimes have the opposite effect?The answer lies in how parents offer praise. Encouragement can help…

MyLifeXP · Oct 21

4 questions about schoolwork feedback to guide young students’ learning

What happens when a young student gets a low math score? A parent may say: “Math has never been your strength.” A teacher might write “careless” beside a calculation.

The Conversation · Oct 20

State takeovers of struggling Texas school districts come at a high cost, with little evidence of success

Local school boards and district administrators typically determine how public schools are run. If students are not meeting basic academic standards, though, state governments sometimes step in and take over the day-to-day operations of entire school districts.

The Conversation · Oct 20

What You Can And Cannot Learn From Playing Slots In Demo Mode

A player opens a new slot in demo mode, spins 200 times on a balance of virtual credits and lands the bonus round twice.

inkl · Oct 20