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mathematics in the media

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Body count

A statistical study into Iraq war deaths sparks controversy
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Editorial

  • The Fields Medals: Maths in the media
  • Plus new writers award: last chance to enter
  • Readers' corner: Why is nim easy and chess hard?
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Editorial

Where is the next generation? — more bad news for maths education.
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Einstein as icon

One hundred years ago, in 1905, Albert Einstein changed physics forever with his special theory of relativity. Since then his name — and hair do — have become synonymous with genius. John D Barrow looks at Einstein as a media star.
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Who do you trust?

Statisticians welcome a call to make official statistics independent - but can it really be done in one hour?
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Million dollar maths

Visit the front-line of science at the BA Festival of Science and hear about the million dollar world of mathematical proof
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Maths on the wall

The beautiful "Maths goes Underground" posters are back by popular demand.