The quest for precision in pi has led to over 2.7 trillion digits calculated, but how many do we actually need? This exploration contrasts mathematicians’ obsession with engineers’ practical approach.

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Since the early 1970s, Hewlett-Packard pocket calculators have proved popular with students, scientists and engineers. Most of their scientific calculators let you show more digits after the zero. For ...

Recently, a woman in Maine named Florence Bearse turned 100. She claims that the reached that milestone due to her affinity for drinking wine early and often. “I like my wine. Don’t take it away from ...

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Everyone wants a lower handicap. Well, most of us. And with news that the handicap calculation system is changing — and taking your index along for the ride. So with the peak season winding down, what ...

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