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Maths skills decline post-pandemic in UK schools

A new study highlights a concerning drop in maths proficiency among students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland following the COVID-19 pandemic, raising alarms over long-term educational impacts.

GCSE students face hardest maths exam in six years

A-level students across the UK were left reeling after facing what experts are calling the toughest GCSE maths paper in half a decade. Discover the questions that left even top pupils baffled.

81yo RAF vet becomes oldest Countdown contestant

An 81-year-old former RAF corporal has made history as the oldest contestant ever to appear on Channel 4's iconic quiz show, Countdown. Discover his inspiring journey and how he aced the word and numbers game.

Countdown star Donald Elsom dies aged 93

Donald Elsom, one of the oldest and most cherished contestants from Channel 4's Countdown, has died at the age of 93. His legacy on the show remains unforgettable.

US kids outperform Chinese in maths and science tests

A surprising study shows American students, particularly from New Orleans and Boston, surpassing Chinese counterparts in key academic areas. Experts weigh in on what this means for global education.

Tom Brady's Young Phenom Stuns Football Fans

Discover how a young football prodigy is capturing attention and drawing comparisons to NFL legend Tom Brady. Could this be the next big thing in American football?

Rachel Riley Criticises Strictly's 'Toxic' Culture

Countdown star Rachel Riley has criticised Strictly Come Dancing, claiming the show has a 'toxic' environment and favours certain contestants. The maths whizz also revealed she turned down the show multiple times.

10-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Aims for World Record

A 10-year-old chess prodigy is set to compete against grandmasters at the British Chess Championship, with sights on a world record. Discover how this young talent is making waves in the chess world.

Maths question stumps 75% on The 1% Club

A seemingly straightforward maths question from ITV's 'The 1% Club' left 75% of contestants baffled. Discover the answer and test your own skills!

Australian Hottest 100: 5 Burning Questions Answered

As the dust settles on the Australian Hottest 100 countdown, we delve into the five most pressing questions left unanswered. From surprise entries to genre dominance, here's what you need to know.

7ft 9in teen Olivier Rioux joins Florida Gators

Florida Gators have signed Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7ft 9in, to their basketball team. Discover how this Canadian prodigy is set to dominate college sports.

DeepMind vs OpenAI: AI Maths Showdown

DeepMind and OpenAI go head-to-head in a high-stakes AI maths competition, pushing the boundaries of machine learning and problem-solving.

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