Robin's Fairy Tale on Topology and Gnome King
Note to parents from Robin Robinson explains a fairy tale about mathematical topology. Alexandra and Andy aim to reclaim the fairy queen's crown from a Gnome King, facing tests involving a red twisted ribbon and a silver cloth before returning home. The tale links tricks to geometry and includes practical newspaper craft instructions.
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Aggressive women in Dear Abby spark debate
In a Dear Abby column a reader argues that women should not be forward while another writes that many men still appreciate the first move. Abby replies that most men prefer initiative and that honesty beats playing hard to get. The exchange touches dating norms, romance, and advice.
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