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Images of plants painted on pottery made up to 8,000 years ago may be the earliest example of humans’ mathematical thought, a study has found.

Young children are more inclined to believe incorrect math information from men than accurate information from women, ...

Russian luge athletes Roman Repilov and Daria Olesik have qualified for the Milan Cortina Olympics. They'll compete as ...

Longtime Pittsburgh defensive tackle Cam Heyward will try to help the Steelers end a nearly decade-long postseason victory drought when they host Houston in the wild-card round. Heyward remains a ...