Mathematics

Common errors in maths exams and how to avoid them

Lucas Yee, 12, tends to be careless in mathematics, says his mother, Jessy Liu, 45.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 3, 2026

The US military’s Central Command posted a video showing the missile strike the tanker.

Mathematicians say ‘don’t believe hype’ on AI capabilities

The “Leiden Declaration” - backed by over 150 maths professors from across the world - warns governments not to “believe the hype” about AI systems’ maths abilities.

Free AI and robotics workshops for 1,200 students, underserved youth under Amazon programme

About 1,200 students, including those from underserved communities, will get a chance to delve into STEM - science, technology, economics, and math - through a new initiative focused on topics like artificial intelligence and robotics.

ST PSLE Companion

Learn to solve tough PSLE Maths questions with Dr Yeap Ban Har

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Maths Expert Dr Yeap Ban Har demonstrating the solutions to tricky math problems at the recording of the ST PSLE Companion video series on March 24, 2026.

MoMath in New York brings prime numbers to a prime new location

The interactive exhibit ÒPrime Properties,Ó which shows the prime factors of integers from 1 to 100, at the National Museum of Mathematics in New York, Feb. 24, 2026. After outgrowing its original home, the National Museum of Mathematics has added new exhibits and an art gallery space in what was an empty storefront along the Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. (Emon Hassan/The New York Times)

Forum: Maths syllabus needs to evolve to prepare students to be AI-ready

Answers to 2026 top-tier US maths test popular among Singapore students leaked, sold online

The listing for the answers was priced at 100 yuan (S$18.80) on one e-commerce platform.

South Korean mathematician solves 60-year-old maths puzzle

Dr Baek Jin-eon compared the research process to repeatedly building and discarding ideas.

Number’s up: Calculators hold out against AI

This photo taken on Nov 18 shows calculators for sale in a market in Bangkok.

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