Spiral staircases save valuable square meters because they occupy a much smaller area than a conventional staircase. With daring shapes and diverse configurations, they can also be iconic objects in ...

An underrated feature in Google Maps is the ability to measure the distance between two or more points. It can aid tremendously with planning, whether you’re aiming to walk or go on a road trip.

A method for estimating distances in sailing and astrophysics helps explain why riding on buses and boats can make us nauseous. This month’s Insights puzzle was inspired by a new way to determine the ...