The numbers on a credit card help identify the credit card network, the company that issued the card and the cardholder.

Despite its importance for mathematics, the neuronal basis of the number zero in the human brain was previously unknown.

Scientists have discovered that neurons in the human brain recognize the number zero as a numerical value, not just "nothing." ...

Researchers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope discovered numerous black holes in the early universe. Here’s how it will ...

Like always, there were noteworthy numbers all over the final box score. Here are five figures that stood out from Iowa's gut-wrenching rivalry loss. 4...as in Iowa's last four Cy-Hawk losses have ...

Birdwatchers will gather near the Jurassic Coast for walks, sightseeing and demonstrations.

Flowers like hibiscus use an invisible blueprint established very early in petal formation that dictates the size of their ...

The petal acts like a 'paint-by-numbers' canvas, where different regions are predetermined ... who leads a research team studying the mechanisms underlying pattern formation in petals, explained: "If ...

The best night vision binoculars allow you to spot nocturnal wildlife or enjoy views of the night sky wherever you go. Far from being a high-tech gadget reserved for the special forces ...

We've rounded up the best budget binoculars, combining affordability with good quality optics and fantastic views. If you're just starting out in stargazing or wildlife watching, owning a pair of ...