German mathematician receives the Abel Prize
German mathematician Gerd Faltings has been awarded the Abel Prize for 2026 for his contributions to arithmetic geometry.
Gerd Faltings receives the Abel Prize and 7.5 million
German mathematician Gerd Faltings has been awarded the 2026 Abel Prize for his groundbreaking work in arithmetic geometry, particularly for solving Mordell's conjecture.
Heisuke Hirona, Fields Medal-winning mathematician and former president of Yamaguchi University, dies
Heisuke Hirona, the celebrated mathematician and recipient of the Fields Medal, has passed away at the age of 94.
Where does humanity's gem obsession come from – do chimpanzees know the answer?
A recent study suggests that early humans may have been drawn to crystals due to their unique transparency and geometry, a preference also observed in chimpanzees.
Why the whole world celebrates Pi today
Every year on March 14th, people worldwide celebrate Pi Day, recognizing the significance of the mathematical constant π, which represents the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter.
Notice geometry or ecological catastrophe? Artist Andris Brežes’ installation "Envelope" is back in the exhibition
Andris Brežes' installation "Envelope" is on display in a contemporary art space until April 5, highlighting the evolution of art and its documentation over three decades.
The Geometry of War in Ukraine
The article discusses the evolution of warfare in Ukraine from traditional methods to a multidimensional approach over the four years since the Russian invasion.
Mystery solved: it was confirmed that this strange chalet 'of perfect geometry' was designed by Gaudà at 1500 meters high
The Chalet del Catllarà s in northeastern Spain has been confirmed as the work of architect Antoni GaudÃ, resolving long-standing speculation.
The Burqa and Variable Geometry
The article discusses Spain's PP party presenting a law against the burqa to 'defend the equality' of women amid a complex societal debate.
White Geometry: Play of Shapes Under the Snow
The article discusses a technical issue regarding page loading failures on the Novinky.cz website.
The Map and the Territory: The Urban and Existential Abstraction of Maria Helena Vieira da Silva
The Guggenheim Bilbao examines the multifaceted work of Portuguese painter Maria Helena Vieira da Silva, who transformed architecture into a mental state and imperfect geometry into a metaphor for the world.
Quote of the day from Pythagoras: "There is geometry in the buzzing of strings. There is music..."
A reflection on Pythagoras' quote that emphasizes the connection between geometry, music, and the mathematical structures of the universe.
"Variable Geometry Solidarities": Decolonial Activist Houria Bouteldja Criticizes the France Insoumise on Iran
Decolonial activist Houria Bouteldja criticizes the France Insoumise for its response to the situation in Iran, attributing part of the blame for the Iranian people's suffering to the West.
Einstein on a Chip: When the Electron Path 'Bends' Due to Hidden Geometry
Researchers have found that electrons are affected by hidden geometry in quantum space, causing their paths to appear curved, reminiscent of Einstein's theories on the bending of light around massive stars.
Long live the rocks of Piazza Maggiore
The article reflects on the unexpected and imposing beauty of an art installation made of rocks in Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, designed to contrast with the plaza's immaculate geometry, conveying nature's chaotic power.