22/12/16
In 1997, Brazilian football player Roberto Carlos set up for a 35 meter free kick with no direct line to the goal. Carlos’s shot sent the ball flying wide of the players, but just before going out of bounds it hooked to the left and soared into the net. How did he do it? Erez Garty describes the physics behind one of the most magnificent goals in the history of football.
Read More >>
(1898)
22/12/07
This may just be the sweetest thing you hear about all season.
Read More >>
(1951)
22/12/02
Americans are increasingly using code words known as “algospeak” to evade detection by content moderation technology, especially when posting about things that are controversial or may break platform rules.
Read More >>
(1894)
22/11/25
The report you’ve been putting off is due tomorrow. It’s time to buckle down, open your computer … and check your phone. Maybe watch your favorite YouTube channel? Or maybe you should just start in the morning? This is the cycle of procrastination. So, why do we procrastinate when we know it’s bad for us? Explore how your body triggers a procrastination response, and how you can break the cycle.
Read More >>
(2189)
22/11/18
The rapid population growth has been driven by the world’s poorest countries. More global challenges are ahead.
Read More >>
(1762)
