Conceptual problems, ideology clashes and xenophobia prevented the concept of zero from catching on for a long time. Today ...

Arabic numerals are introduced to Europe in the eighth and ninth centuries A.D. Roman numerals remain in use in some parts of Europe until the seventeenth century. The Arabic system introduced the ...

Civic Science CEO John Dick tweeted a screengrab of results for a question included in the poll, which revealed that only 29%of Americans believe Arabic numerals should be taught to children.