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Kangaroo maths challenge reaches millions, with new age groups in view
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The international multiple-choice maths challenge drew more than seven million children across around 120 countries, according to the Guardian’s November 2026 report. Organisers had also introduced an adult competition and planned a version for children under six.
· via the Guardian GLOBAL
Science
Round-table age puzzle tests the limits of truth-telling
Original report:
A Guardian puzzle column published on 12 October 2026 presented three circular seating challenges devised by Daniel Griller. Readers were asked to find the largest and smallest possible numbers of truthful statements as participants compared their ages with those of others around the table.
· via the Guardian GB