Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer.

VO2 max? Mile time? Experts break down the most common health metrics and reveal which ones actually best reflect on your ...

The rain gauge is one of the oldest weather instruments in history. Discover how its design and uses have transformed over the years.

If the capital city seems a bit brighter at night, that’s because more streetlights remain lit. In stops and starts, the city of St. Paul has begun to get a handle on the copper wire thefts that for ...

Canadian economic activity expanded at a slower pace in October as a measure of prices edged higher, Ivey Purchasing Managers ...

Ticker is a weekly newsletter by Vijay L Bhambwani. Subscribe to Mint's newsletters to get them directly in your email inbox.

Sure, DeWalt tools might often be too expensive for occasional DIYers, but there are some products from the brand that almost ...

Don't know what a comfort layer is in a mattress? Our expert guide explains it all, including how to pick a bed with the ...

It’s not personal if the nurse isn’t using the thinnest needle on you. Find out why certain needle thicknesses are needed and ...

Humanoid Robotics Orders -- $3.6 million in year-to-date orders related to the humanoid project, with $1.8 million received ...

Sensor-enabled surgical tools are moving from concept to clinic, owing to advances in miniaturised sensors, flexible ...