Maths News

News from the world of Maths

April 1, 2015

Count around the clock.

March 31, 2015

This year's Abel prize shows you can wrap anything, no matter how weirdly shaped.

March 27, 2015

Capturing symmetry with algebra.

March 26, 2015

Our images of the week show four posters illustrating the beauty of physics. Feel free to download!

March 24, 2015

Not just the ingredients for a fairy tale...

March 18, 2015

See the Sun go into hiding on March 20.

March 17, 2015

Your frustrating commute in technicolour glory!

March 14, 2015

Happy pi day!

Maths in a minute

Want facts and want them fast? Our Maths in a minute series explores key mathematical concepts in just a few words.

Some lovely proofs by picture

Don't like trigonometry? Don't worry, here are three beautiful proofs of a well-known result that make do without it.
The maths of COVID-19

All our COVID-19 related coverage at a glance.
The COVID-19 vaccines: Your questions answered

Are they safe? Are they effective? Will they stop the pandemic? Find out with our FAQ informed by experts.
Compound infections

Why does the number e appear in models of exponential growth?
The mathematics of your next family reunion

The festive season can only mean one thing... getting together with the family! You might not be able to choose your family, but at least now you'll know exactly what you share in common!