The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. In 1876, Peter Guthrie Tait set out to measure what he called the “beknottedness” of knots. The Scottish mathematician, whose research ...

Imagine living sometime around the early 1600s. You're standing on the deck of a wooden ship. The wind's biting, the sky's endless. And your captain's yelling, "Drop the log!" Back then, before sonar ...

The improved clinch knot has long been the standard for tying lures to fishing lines. In fact, it's so universal among anglers that it's sometimes called the fisherman's knot. It's easy to learn, ...

Kate Middleton is a seasoned professional when it comes to diplomatic dressing, the sartorial strategy in which she uses her fashion to pay tribute to the nationality of those she is meeting (or the ...

Glitz, glamour, chic, and yet comfy — these words perhaps best describe how the new generation wants to dress up for occasions. With Durga Puja being Kolkata’s biggest festival, it’s no surprise that ...

In 1876, Peter Guthrie Tait set out to measure what he called the “beknottedness” of knots. The Scottish mathematician, whose research laid the foundation for modern knot theory, was trying to find a ...

The Princess of Wales commanded the room as she stepped out in the famous Lovers' Knot tiara for President Trump's state banquet in Windsor Castle on Wednesday evening. Kate, 43, and her husband ...

Scanning the crowd at a fancy soiree may reveal a wide array of neckties, each fastened with a highly complex mathematical object masquerading as fashion. An entire field of mathematics is devoted to ...

Mastering mid‑line knots is a critical skill in reconnaissance and field operations. These techniques provide secure anchor points, support load distribution, and ensure reliability in demanding ...

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