Have you ever noticed that the hardest part of blowing up a balloon is at the beginning? There’s some math and science behind that!

In this week’s Ask a Mathematician, we look at a proof of the Pythagorean theorem, some generalizations, and its relationship with distances in 2D, 3D, and beyond.

How can math help make our world more vibrant? This week’s MIRL focuses on some of the math of colors!

You don't have to love soccer to love the math behind the World Cup. From grueling travel schedules to the wild geometry of the new Trionda ball, see how data shapes the biggest tournament on Earth in this month’s Talking Math.

Are there mathematicians from Texas? Absolutely! In this week’s Ask a Mathematician, we look at the distinguished careers of Thomas Hales and Mary Wheeler.

With the Stanley Cup finals continuing on Tuesday, this week's MIRL looks at some of the angles in hockey.

AI can already generate mathematical proofs—but can it create genuinely new mathematics? In this month's Ask a Mathematician, Nick Rauh explores the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and mathematical discovery. From the limitations of today's AI models to recent breakthroughs on longstanding problems, he examines what mathematicians mean by a "novel proof" and why that question is more complicated than it first appears.

You don't need a formal "math game" to build strong mathematical thinking. Whether predicting outcomes, managing resources, or recognizing patterns, players practice deep math skills every time they play. In this Talking Math we explore the research-backed benefits of game-based learning and how everyday play builds natural number sense.

In this week’s Talking Math… taxes aren’t about forms—they’re about decisions. From estimating your total at the store to understanding refunds, here’s how real-life math shows up every day.

Dear mathematician,

How hard did you study?

– Josie