Elite performers rarely start as child geniuses, study finds
New research reveals most world-class achievers peak later in life, not as child prodigies. Discover why a broad early focus is key to long-term success. Read the full analysis.
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Why child prodigies rarely become world-class performers
New research reveals early specialisation can limit long-term achievement. Discover why a broader, multi-disciplinary path is key to reaching peak performance.
The Numerical Charms of 2025 and a Puzzle for 2026
As we bid farewell to 2025, a unique square number year, mathematician Alex Bellos presents a new numerical puzzle. Can you make 26 using six 7s or four 3s? Dive into the world of recreational mathematics.
Four-year-old maths prodigy wows Countdown, wins 30m fans
Acer Gibson, four, solves Channel 4's Countdown puzzles in seconds, impressing Rachel Riley. His viral videos have been watched over 30 million times. Discover the story of this young maths marvel.
Preschooler Acer Gibson, 4, Eyes Countdown Host Role
Acer Gibson, four, from Shepshed, stunned millions by solving Countdown puzzles in seconds. Host Rachel Riley has issued a challenge, recognising a future rival. Discover his incredible journey.
Trump criticised for 'basic maths' error in drug price claim
Donald Trump faces ridicule after claiming he slashed pharmaceutical prices by '600%' in a White House speech. Critics highlight the mathematical impossibility of the statement. Read the full story.
Sheffield University's 'Treegonometry' Solves Festive Decor Dilemma
Mathematicians from Sheffield University have created a 'treegonometry' formula to calculate the perfect number of baubles, lights, and tinsel for your Christmas tree. Discover the science behind festive decor.
Three-year-old becomes youngest chess player with FIDE rating
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three years and seven months, makes chess history as the youngest player to secure an official FIDE rating. Discover his incredible journey and India's chess dominance.
Toddler, 3, is youngest rated chess player in history
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three, has made chess history as the youngest player to receive an official FIDE rating. Discover how he broke the record and his grandmaster ambitions.
Viral Math Puzzle Stumps The Internet
A deceptively simple math puzzle is leaving people scratching their heads. Discover the correct answer and why so many are getting it wrong. Test your skills now!
Tricky 1% Club Maths Question Leaves UK Viewers Baffled
A fiendish final question on ITV's The 1% Club saw three of four finalists fail. The challenge? Counting squares in a complex image within 30 seconds. Can you solve it?
Deceptively Simple Maths Problem Stumps The Internet
A viral maths brain teaser with the equation 19-7x4+5 has left the internet baffled. Discover the solution and why so many get it wrong. Test your skills now!
Teen Star Yamal Makes Barcelona History in Champions League
16-year-old Lamine Yamal becomes youngest ever Barcelona goalscorer in Champions League during 3-2 victory over Club Brugge, cementing his status as football's next superstar.
Arsenal Teen Dowman Breaks Champions League Record
Arsenal's 16-year-old prodigy Max Dowman continues his remarkable rise, breaking another club record during the Gunners' Champions League clash against BATE Borisov. Discover how this teenage wonderkid is rewriting Arsenal's history books.
Viral Maths Equation Stumps Internet Geniuses
A straightforward maths problem has sparked global debate as millions argue over the correct answer. Discover why this elementary equation has divided mathematicians and geniuses alike.
Barcelona's Yamal faces Messi's injury nightmare
Barcelona's rising star Lamine Yamal has been diagnosed with pubalgia, the same groin injury that plagued Lionel Messi during his early career, casting doubt on his immediate playing future.
F1 Prodigy's Tragic Fall: Racing Glory to Family Tragedy
Shocking true story reveals how a promising Formula One career ended in the ultimate family betrayal - a tale of pressure, fame and devastating consequences.
Japanese multiplication method revolutionises maths learning
Discover the ancient Japanese multiplication technique that's going viral for making complex maths problems simple enough for children to solve with ease.
15-year-old Max Dowman makes Arsenal history as youngest starter
Teenage sensation Max Dowman becomes Arsenal's youngest-ever starter at just 15 years old, breaking records in a remarkable debut that signals a new era for the Gunners.
Arsenal Register Teen Sensation Harriman For Brighton
Exclusive: Arsenal have registered teenage sensation Andre Annous Harriman for their crucial Premier League clash against Brighton, with the 16-year-old winger tipped as the Gunners' next big star after dazzling academy performances.
Luke Littler denied nightclub entry after darts match
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler was refused entry to a Blackpool nightclub despite being the headline act at a major darts event happening at the same venue.
Arsenal teen Max Dowman signs first professional contract
Sixteen-year-old sensation Max Dowman commits future to Arsenal with first professional deal after stunning breakthrough season that caught Mikel Arteta's attention.
Primary School Maths Homework Stumps The Internet
A deceptively tricky primary school maths problem has gone viral after parents and mathematicians alike struggled to find the correct solution. Discover the answer that divided the internet.
Xabi Alonso's Verdict on Barcelona Prodigy Lamine Yamal
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso delivers stunning praise for Barcelona's 16-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal following his El Clásico performance that left football world speechless.
Child's viral Ella Fitzgerald cover earns Grammy Museum invite
A heartwarming TikTok video of eight-year-old Joy's stunning Ella Fitzgerald performance has captured global attention, leading to a surprise Grammy Museum invitation and viral fame.
Arsenal's 16-year-old wonderkid Dowman wows Arteta
Exclusive look at 16-year-old midfield sensation Max Dowman, the teenage prodigy turning heads at Arsenal's London Colney training ground and earning rave reviews from Mikel Arteta's coaching staff.
Six Plus Seven Meme Takes Over UK Classrooms
A viral maths meme dividing the internet has now infiltrated UK schools, creating classroom chaos as teachers battle to maintain order while students passionately debate the correct answer.
Government scraps mandatory GCSE resits in education overhaul
Ministers announce radical education overhaul replacing mandatory GCSE resits with practical qualification focusing on real-world skills for 16-19 year olds who didn't pass first time.
Primary School Maths Problem Stumps Adults Nationwide
A seemingly simple maths problem given to young students has left adults scratching their heads and debating the correct solution across social media platforms.
Barcelona's Yamal refuses free autographs in business move
FC Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal is making headlines for his controversial approach to fan interactions, refusing to sign autographs for free in what experts call a strategic career move.
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