The Latest Breaking News from Math

The Inter-universal Teichmüller Theory, an infamous proof that has confounded mathematicians for over a decade, has been partially solved.

Secretary of Education nodded along as senator mistakenly said $1.58 million over 10 years was ‘over a trillion’

Tipping is a contentious topic in the United States. Some will always tip the standard 15-20%. Others feel that’s too much and their tip will vary based on the quality of service. Some don’t tip at all, and some think we should abolish the practice altogether. 

Most parents have had that moment—you’re halfway through dinner prep when your child bursts into tears over a school assignment that’s suddenly due tomorrow. Whether it’s overly complicated, emotionally overwhelming, or simply age-inappropriate, some schoolwork creates more stress than learning. From family tree projects that leave out entire households to…

As President Donald Trump moves to revoke Harvard University's certification to enroll foreign students, he is falsely claiming that the university is offering “low grade mathematics like two plus two is four.”

An artificial intelligence safety firm has found that OpenAI's o3 and o4-mini models sometimes refuse to shut down, and will sabotage computer scripts in order to keep working on tasks.

A shard of smooth bone etched with irregular marks dating back 20,000 years puzzled archaeologists until they noticed something unique – the etchings, lines like tally marks, may have represented prime numbers. Similarly, a clay tablet from 1800 B.C.E. inscribed with Babylonian numbers describes a number system built on prime…

Republicans say the 'big beautiful bill' will reduce the deficit, but economists say making the tax cuts permanent will do the opposite.

Buying a home has always been a milestone for many Americans, but lately, the question “Should you really buy a home right now?” feels more loaded than ever. With headlines warning of sky-high prices, mortgage rates climbing, and stories of buyers waiving inspections just to get a foot in the…

You crunch the numbers, watch your paycheck hit the bank, and realize most of it disappears the moment you pay your childcare provider. If this sounds familiar, you’re far from alone. For many working parents, especially in high-cost areas, childcare expenses rival rent or mortgage payments. When childcare eats your…

When it comes to college, parents want to see a strong return on their investment—and that starts with smart course selection. While many classes offer valuable skills and real-world insight, some provide little more than filler on a transcript. Choosing college courses that won’t give your child any advantages can…