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Numb3rs (again)

I’ve discussed my issues with the television show Numb3rs previously, so I won’t rehash all that (if you hash things properly the first time, there’s rarely a need to do so again). Instead, I shall heed the advice of my mother and other Jedi Masters and eschew criticism in favour of offering a solution to [...]

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One of the most anticipated fictional contests is finally here. The greatest mathematical geniuses of all time and their literary counterparts have agreed to settle their fundamental differences in the most appropriate manner possible – namely, a five day cricket match. Team selection has been riddled with controversy with some [...]

Numb3rs

I watched an episode of Numb3rs precisely 3.2 weeks ago (rounded to one decimal place). And it got me wondering once again (this is the 83rd time I’ve wondered this now) why it is that Hollywood and its televisual brethren seem so determined to paint those proficient in maths (or ‘math’ if you prefer, Americanos) [...]

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