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Which European countries spend the most on education — and does it pay off?

Sweden spent 6.8% of GDP on education in 2023, compared with just below 3% in Romania. But it is not always clear whether higher spending produces stronger skills and leaves young people better prepared for Europe’s changing economy.

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Surprising AI breakthroughs raise soul-searching questions for mathematicians

Letters: Whether mathematics thrives or perishes in the age of AI depends on what it is that society values in the human intellect, writes Dr Henry Bradford

The Guardian - UK

AI means there’s no better time to study maths – but degrees are becoming less accessible

Once again, maths is the most popular A-level subject. There were 115,380 entries in the subject in 2026, an increase of 3.9% from 2025. Further maths AS-level entries enjoyed an 8.5% increase from 2025 as well.

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This 17-year-old student built a math model that predicts how multiple diseases spread together inside the body

Alyssa Yu, a 17-year-old Maryland student, has developed a mathematical model to predict how two infectious diseases can spread and interact across connected populations. Her research could help public health officials identify outbreak hotspots and target vaccination efforts more effectively. Yu was named one of 40 finalists in the 2026…

The Economic Times

No, AI doesn’t mean the end of mathematics – at least not yet

Mathematicians are raising concerns that the technology could kill their profession. But they still have abilities AI doesn’t

The Guardian - US

5 Time Blocking Techniques JEE Aspirants Use to Study Multiple Subjects Without Losing Focus

The Fixed-Subject Block MethodThe most battle-tested technique among serious JEE aspirants is deceptively simple: assign each subject a non-negotiable time window every single day, regardless of how the previous day went. Physics gets the morning block, typically 6 AM to 9 AM, because most students report sharper analytical thinking before…

Times Life

From 54% in class 10 to AIR 349 in JEE Advanced: How Jainendrajeet cracked IIT Bombay after scoring 41 in Maths; reveals his biggest stratergy

Jainendrajeet's academic journey is inspiring. Despite starting with a modest 54% in Class 10 and struggling with mathematics, he rebounded spectacularly by achieving a 99.98 percentile in JEE Main 2023. This exceptional performance earned him an AIR of 349 in JEE Advanced, paving the way for his studies in Computer…

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18-year-old California student Seth Jacob Nabat wins $40,000 in prestigious Regeneron science competition for machine-learning program that could help physicists better understand particle collisions

Eighteen-year-old California student Seth Jacob Nabat has won $40,000 after placing 10th in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search. His innovative machine-learning project is designed to help physicists analyse high-energy particle collisions and better understand how symmetry breaks in complex experimental data. Seth also teaches classrooms of elementary and middle…

The Economic Times

Only High IQs Can Beat All 23 Hard General Knowledge Questions – Prove You’re One

From science and mathematics to history and culture, this high-IQ general knowledge quiz covers a little bit of everything. But this time, the bar is higher, and the questions are designed to truly challenge your knowledge. We’ve left the easy questions behind: no “What is England’s capital?” or “Which ocean…

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17-year-old Pennsylvania student Connor Hill wins $250,000 after computer algorithm solves decades-old geometry puzzle, identifying exactly 146 rare 3D shapes

Connor Hill, a 17-year-old from Pennsylvania, has won the top $250,000 prize at the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search after using a custom computer algorithm to classify complex geometric shapes. His breakthrough identified two infinite families and exactly 146 isolated noble polyhedra. Hill plans to continue studying computational mathematics at…

The Economic Times

Meet Connor Hill, the 17-year-old Pennsylvania student who wrote a computer program to classify noble polyhedra; he proved there are 146 isolated examples and won $250,000

Connor Hill triumphed in the competition with his exceptional algorithm for classifying noble polyhedra, discovering two infinite families alongside 146 distinct shapes. Edward Kang's AI tool for autism screening claimed the second position, and Iris Shen's innovative blood cancer research involving clams took third place. Additionally, Regeneron expressed their commitment…

The Times of India

'Ghost number' 6174: Meet Dattatreya Ramchandra Kaprekar, the Indian schoolteacher who discovered a mysterious 4-digit number that almost always returns to itself

Independence Day 2026: Dattatreya Ramchandra Kaprekar, an Indian schoolteacher, discovered the intriguing number 6174. This constant emerges from a simple four-digit number rearrangement process. Repeatedly applying this mathematical routine always leads to the same fixed point. Kaprekar's independent work highlighted how curiosity reveals hidden mathematical patterns. His discoveries gained global…

The Economic Times

A-level results day: Five key stats as thousands receive grades

The proportion of UK entries receiving top grades rose for the third consecutive year to 28.5 per cent, remaining higher than pre-pandemic figures. A record 9.6 per cent of entries achieved an A* grade, the highest non-pandemic figure since the grade was introduced in 2010. London achieved the highest proportion…

The Independent UK

Generative AI has changed mathematics forever. Where to from here?

A little over a week ago, artificial intelligence company OpenAI announced ten advances in mathematics and computer science made with their as-yet unreleased model Astra. The discoveries cover a wide range of mathematical fields, including geometry, cryptography and coding theory.

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Around 1450, an Italian polymath created a device to understand local wind force and weather patterns for designing safe buildings and gave the world its first mechanical anemometer: How did Leon Battista Alberti's invention worked?

Around 1450, Leon Battista Alberti developed the first known mechanical anemometer, using a swinging plate to measure wind force. The device connected wind pressure with the movement of a physical object. Alberti’s work linked mathematics, architecture and observation. His idea became part of the history of wind measurement and influenced…

Times Life

What Ramanujan's Obsession and Intuition Teach About Breakthrough Thinking and Genius Habits

He Never Clocked OutRamanujan did his most significant work on a slate, wiping results as he went because paper was expensive. What survived went into notebooks. He wasn't working in sessions, he was always working. The boundary between eating, dreaming, and calculating didn't exist for him in the way it…

The Conversation

Australia’s Year 3 numeracy scores have ‘dipped’ – should we be concerned?

The national NAPLAN results are in for 2026. Years 5, 7 and 9 saw their numeracy scores increase, however a reported “dip” in Year 3 results has raised alarm bells.

The Economic Times

OpenAI’s Astra solves 10 longstanding math problems, igniting new debate

Apart from praise, the news, published on August 1, also kickstarted a debate on social media over whether the achievement is Fields medal-worthy — and what these honours mean in the artificial intelligence (AI) era. The Fields medal is awarded by the International Mathematical Union (IMU), and is often called…

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Quote of the day by Mohnish Pabrai: "Investing is not a discipline based on absolutes or precise mathematics. There simply aren’t enough data points available to work out the exact odds"

Mohnish Pabrai says investing relies on judgment, patience and probability rather than certainty. He advises focusing on business fundamentals, managing risk and maintaining a margin of safety instead of chasing precise forecasts or short-term market movements for long-term wealth creation.

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by famous Swiss mathematician and physicist Leonhard Euler: “Nothing takes place in the world whose meaning...” - A timeless lesson on purpose, balance and excellence

Leonhard Euler, a renowned mathematician, left a lasting legacy of influential ideas. His quote about maximum or minimum reflects nature's efficiency and optimal paths. This principle applies to finding balance in everyday decisions and life goals. Euler's work transformed mathematics and introduced many modern symbols. His prolific research continues to…

The Times of India

Who is Jacob Tsimerman: Fields Medal-winning mathematics professor who was once one of AI's biggest critics, now joining OpenAI to tackle AI safety

Jacob Tsimerman is widely regarded as one of the world's leading mathematicians, earning the prestigious Fields Medal in 2026 for his groundbreaking contributions to number theory. Yet, shortly after receiving mathematics' highest honour, the Canadian professor made headlines for an unexpected career move. Despite previously warning about the potential dangers…

Bangkok Post

Why maths skills matter for medical AI

The recent announcement that two Chinese mathematicians, Yu Deng and Hong Wang, had simultaneously received the 2026 Fields Medal made headlines around the world. To many, it was a celebration of individual brilliance. To others, it symbolised China's growing scientific strength.

The Economic Times

Home loan EMI, amortisation and prepayment- The mathematics every borrower in India must understand

Understanding home loan mechanics helps borrowers reduce total borrowing costs. The reducing balance method ensures interest decreases as the principal falls. Loan amortisation shows how EMIs gradually repay both principal and interest. Early prepayments significantly reduce total interest paid over the loan tenure. Repo rate changes impact floating rate home…

The Economic Times

In 1983, 'doomsday argument' predicted how many humans will ever live, now a study reveals when will human civilization be wiped off the face of the earth

Perhaps the greatest value of the doomsday argument lies not in predicting when humanity might disappear but in encouraging reflection on how humanity chooses to endure.

The Independent UK

What is the Fields medal and who won the ‘Nobel Prize of Mathematics’ in 2026?

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