How number systems shape our thinking, and what this means for learning, language and culture

Most of us have little trouble working out how many milliliters are in 2.4 liters of water (it's 2,400). But the same can't ...

Evolution and human height: Mathematician calculates physical limits to how tall we can grow

The tallest man to ever live was Robert Wadlow, who reached a staggering 2.72m. That's equal to a very large male ostrich or Shaquille O'Neal with two bowling pins balanced on his head.