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Don’t Ignore Basic Bond Math and Jump Into TIPS: The ‘Inflation Hedge’ Story Isn’t Everything

With sticky inflation re-emerging as the dominant macro story, retail investors are aggressively searching for a shield to protect their purchasing power.

Barchart · May 26

Woman sees Lysol ‘value pack’ of 2 at Target, so she whips out her calculator—and realizes how much people are being scammed

A woman went to Target and noticed something about the store’s value packs of Lysol toilet bowl cleaner. So she did the math. Then she realized buying in bulk was more expensive than just getting individual bottles of the product. Em (@uglyduckmily) told her audience in a video with more…

The Mary Sue · May 26

Being taught by people who know stuff instead of prepared teachers risks our children’s futures

In Canada, we need more qualified teachers.

The Conversation · May 25

Nature just outsmarted Silicon Valley: That trendy houseplant on your windowsill has been doing advanced Math this whole time

The Chinese money plant quietly organizes itself using a geometric system that humans only formalized in the computer age — and it does so without measuring a single thing. The Chinese money plant, formally known as Pilea peperomioides, appears simple at first glance. Its round leaves look smooth and ordinary.…

The Economic Times · May 19

Communities are blocking billions in data centers. Big Tech has wagered $1 trillion otherwise

A grassroots rebellion is canceling AI infrastructure projects at a record pace — but hyperscalers are betting the math still works in their favor.

Fortune · May 18

The IRS’s “Math Error” Notice Could Cost You More Than You Think

The IRS rarely makes big announcements without consequences hiding behind the fine print, and the “Math Error” notice stands out as one of the most overlooked. This notice often arrives after a tax return review and signals that something on a return does not add up according to IRS systems.…

The Free Financial Advisor · May 17

‘I am one of the smartest students you’ll ever have:’ Calculus professor belittled her because of her looks. She got revenge by acing his class

Every woman in STEM is well aware of the sexism that continues to persist in its various fields. Natalie Carter (@natalieecee), a math major in college, told TikTok about a time her calculus professor undermined her intelligence on the basis of her looks. She didn’t brush the comment off—Natalie confronted…

The Mary Sue · May 14

$15,000 Step-Up Gap: Why Missing One Document Triggers Estate Tax Reviews

A missing piece of paper can quietly drain thousands of dollars from an inheritance faster than a Vegas blackjack table on a bad night. Across the country, families settle estates every day without realizing that one forgotten document can create a massive “step-up gap” that instantly grabs the attention of…

Everybody Loves Your Money · May 13

“I ended up at Klek’s mother’s place making music in the basement, and we started doing that for… for ever”: Meet Angine de Poitrine, the polka-dotted alien ambassadors of math rock

Duo have been playing together for 20 years

MusicRadar · May 13

India rolls out new gold math with import duty hike. Who will foot the bill?

India has sharply raised import duties on gold and silver to 15% from 6% to curb demand, protect the rupee and preserve foreign-exchange reserves amid rising risks from the Middle East conflict. The move follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to avoid unnecessary gold purchases and foreign travel.

The Economic Times · May 13