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Glasgow Times
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Meet Britain's 'smartest' siblings who joined Mensa
Twins Krish and Keira Arora, from Hounslow, London, became members of the highly exclusive society just six months apart. Krish took the IQ test in November at the age of 10, after he was inspired by his role model Young Sheldon - the main character in the Big Bang prequel series. He scored a mind-boggling 162 - a result which makes him smarter than Albert Einstein, who is believed to have had an IQ of 160. Meanwhile, Keira decided she wanted to give the Mensa admission a go after seeing that her brother had been accepted. Krish is smarter than Albert Einstein. (Image: SWNS) She became a member this May at the age of 11, thanks to her impressive score of 152. Only people with IQs in the top 2% of the global population qualify for Mensa. Krish said: "I was ecstatic when I got my result. Really, really happy." Keira added: "I wanted to try the test once Krish got his results. I felt a bit of pressure but I was pleased when I did it." Krish is a maths whizz and recently taught himself the Year 9 syllabus in just 22 days, despite only being in Year 6. In his spare time, he enjoys robotics and coding, and reached Grade 8 piano after just two years of playing. Both siblings are part of Mensa. (Image: SWNS) Keira on the other hand loves English, poetry, and music - and is the lead singer of her school band. At the age of 11, her favourite book is Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre - and she recently wrote a poem from the perspective of an AI tool. Krish said: "My maths teacher gave me the syllabus for Key Stage 3 and I taught myself. "I don't want to go too far ahead though, such as into GCSEs and A-levels, because I want to stay with my friends." Keira agreed. She said: "I don't find school academically challenging, but I still enjoy going as I get to spend time with my friends." The genius duo will in September be starting secondary school, with Krish headed off to elite grammar school Queen Elizabeth's and Keira beginning her studies at highly-selective Tiffin Girl's School. Keira starts secondary school in September. (Image: SWNS) Keira said: "I'm a bit scared because I've always been with Krish. But I'm also a bit relieved because it gets a little competitive." Although they are only just starting Year 7, Krish and Keira already have big plans for their futures. Krish said: "I want to study maths at Cambridge and then do something maths-related, like an actuary." Keira said: "I want to study English and Law at Oxford, and then become a commercial lawyer. "I think it will suit me because I'm good at negotiating, like with Krish over the TV remote." Parents Mauli and Nischal, who between them have degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, and business administration, admitted that there were some early signs of the twins' intelligence. The two hope to go to Cambridge and Oxford. (Image: SWNS) Mum Mauli, who is a senior manager at an IT company, said: "We noticed earlier with Krish. His reading speed was far beyond his age and his spelling was very accurate. "When we'd put on YouTube for him, he'd be watching maths tutorials - and by the age of four he was doing complex divisions. "He also had a lot of patience. It's rare for a four-year-old to sit still and do maths equations for half an hour. "With Keira, she was such a lively and playful child that we didn't really notice until later. "But with her 11+ exams, we noticed her approach to complex questions - and then she started getting feedback on her writing. "Teachers say she already writes like an author. She puts such emotion into her stories. It's well beyond her age." Mauli said that she and dad Nischal, who used to be a management consultant but is now a private landlord, are very proud of their kids - although admittedly a little shocked by how everything has unfolded. She said: "We're quite speechless a lot of the time about everything. "It does put pressure on us as parents as we want to make sure we keep exposing them to things that interest them. "But it's amazing for them as when we took them to their Mensa exam, they were the only kids. Everyone else was an adult. "No one else in the family is a member of Mensa - and we're not interested in taking the test. Recommended Reading "Imagine if we didn't pass! "I'm not as brave as Keira was - trying after Krish got accepted." This July, Krish and Keira are heading to their first Mensa event - where they have been invited to meet with various admissions officers from Oxford and Cambridge University. Their other summer plans include games of chess and monopoly, which they admit get a bit "competitive", as well as a rewatch of their favourite film - the 'twin classic' The Parent Trap.
Chicago Tribune
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Chicago Tribune
Keira Kelly, who will study marketing at Kansas, sees soccer as easy sell at St. Charles North. ‘Hard to leave.'
Keira Kelly watched the past four years at St. Charles North flash right before her eyes. The senior midfielder was caught in a whirlwind of emotions, memories and sharp reflection. 'I think it's incredible to be with this group of girls,' Kelly said afterward. 'It's going to be really hard to leave this team. I've learned being part of this program that we stand by each other. 'And we fight for each other.' That fight, for now, came to an end Friday for the North Stars in a 6-0 loss to Wheaton Warrenville South in the Class 3A Glenbard West Sectional championship game in Glen Ellyn. Kelly generated four shots on goal for St. Charles North (11-6-3), which was aiming for a third straight sectional title. The bittersweet result didn't dull a remarkable career and legacy for Kelly. As a sophomore, the three-year varsity regular played in the supersectional. She also saw action last spring in a state championship game setback to New Trier that was decided by penalty kicks. 'I was placed in different roles throughout the years,' Kelly said. 'I think this year, it was really about how to keep the team going. It was about how to help players if they had problems off the field or just be that confidence boost for the girls. 'I think that made me very communicative.' Senior defender Courtney Suhr fought back tears talking about a friendship with Kelly that began when they played together in a recreational league at age 5. The two are set to be roommates at Kansas, where they both hope to participate in club soccer. 'We've seen each other grow,' Suhr said. 'We've been on club teams where we've been torn apart and now our high school team. Keira is one of my favorite people ever. 'She's very strong and courageous and it definitely translates onto the field because nothing ever gets past her. She always dominates on the field.' Kelly finished the season with two goals and an assist, but St. Charles North coach Brian Harks said her impact transcends numbers. She was the connecting thread and an emotional spark. The intangibles told everything. 'She does so many little things that help make her teammates look good,' Harks said. 'She makes the play or the pass that sets up the play that leads to a big goal. 'It doesn't matter the stakes of the game or if it's a practice, Keira is a tremendous competitor who leads by example.' While subtle in being a difference-maker, Kelly brought a distinctive quality to her style of play that carried larger consequences. 'I like to pass and give-and-go quickly,' she said. 'I think I'm a very strong player, on and off the ball. I think I connect with the team really well. 'We all hang out together outside of soccer. We bond a lot, and I'm very supportive and helpful.' Her brother Liam, is four years older and was a standout for the boys soccer team at St. Charles North. He was her earliest inspiration. His manner and ease brought her to the game. 'I actually wanted to play because of him,' she said. 'I wanted to become who he was on the field. I watched him, and he was a huge reason why I fell in love with the game,' Creative off the field, Kelly and Suhr managed the team's social media accounts and came up with original material. Kelly also draws and paints when she's not playing the game. Kelly, who intends to study marketing in college, has always found joy in playing soccer. 'This is your family, you play for them and you love the game,' Kelly said. 'You play for the little girl you once were and for those who want to be you.'
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
British-Indian boy with IQ more than Einstein's joins Mensa club with sister
Eleven-year-old Indian-origin twins, Krish and Keira Arora, were admitted to the elite Mensa membership club of children with a combined IQ of 314. Krish was the first of the twins to be accepted after scoring 162, which is believed to be higher than Albert Einstein's estimated score of was the first of the pair to join Mensa after getting accepted last November at the age of 10, while his twin sister Keira – with an IQ of 152 – followed in his footsteps earlier this month, the Daily Mail reported on May qualify for membership at Mensa, you have to score in the top 2% of the general population on a recognised intelligence test. Mensa International is the largest and oldest high-IQ society in the world. The twin's mother, Mauli, said she never thought her children would achieve this feat."It's a very proud feeling. Sometimes you think about it and you feel they've done something impossible because they're so young, so it's remarkable - we never thought that something like this would happen," a British website, My London, quoted the twins' mother, Mauli, as WAS INSPIRED TO GIVE THE IQ TEST DUE TO KRISH: MAULIMauli, a Delhi-born senior IT manager who studied computer engineering in Pune, said the twins are very competitive and that Keira was inspired to give the Mensa test due to parenting style is very hands-on, and we are actively involved with them on a day-to-day basis. Krish takes private piano lessons and also learns robotics on the weekends. Keira writes poetry and loves creative writing," news agency PTI quoted Mauli as non-identical twins, who do "fight a lot" like any other siblings, share a strong bond and often gang up against their parents if they try to intervene in their quarrels, PTI IS VERY STRONG IN MATHS. KEIRA 'S POETRY TOUCHES STRINGS OF HEARTS: MAULITheir father, Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the UK with his family around 25 years ago. The twins attend their local state primary school in Hounslow, west London."Krish is very analytical and very strong at maths. While he will start Year 7 (class 7) in September, he has already completed Year 9 maths on a platform called Mathletics," said Mauli."Keira is very creative. She writes beautiful poetry, and her creative writing touches people's hearts," Mauli support Keira in developing her creative abilities by encouraging her to attend workshops. She currently leads as the vocalist in her school's rock band and is set to begin private vocal lessons at school starting in said singing makes her feel 'happy and confident'."It makes me feel good. I don't think I have ever experienced stage fright," The Daily Mail quoted Keira as WANTED TO BECOME A LAWYER"I'd like to be a lawyer when I grow up," Keira even highlighted commercial law as an area of expertise as she believes she is 'very good at negotiating with people', according to The Daily Mail."While Krish would like to go to Cambridge to study maths and eventually be an actuary," said actuary is a professional who uses mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess risk and uncertainty in financial and insurance said that he still has a lot to learn."Sometimes at school, when we do maths, I put my hand up, and they say Krish, not you, don't answer. But I still have a lot of things to learn.I haven't done A Levels yet, but I'm very privileged to know I'm really smart - smarter than Einstein," he said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira enter Mensa after scoring in top percentile in supervised IQ tests; here's what we know
British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira, both 11 years old, have been admitted into Mensa, a global high IQ society, after achieving top scores in supervised intelligence tests. Krish was the first to qualify with a score of 162, the highest in his Mensa Supervised Test session. His twin sister, Keira, followed soon after, scoring 152 on the Cattell III B scale. Their scores place them in the top 0.26% and top 2% of children with high IQs respectively. A family that supports learning daily The twins live in Hounslow, west London, and study at a local public school. Their mother, Mauli Arora, a senior IT manager originally from Delhi, said their parenting style is very involved. 'We are actively engaged in their daily activities,' she said. Krish attends private piano lessons and weekend robotics classes. Keira is interested in poetry and creative writing. Their father, Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the UK about 25 years ago. The family balances academic activities with creative development for both children. Distinct strengths: Maths and the arts Mauli described Krish as highly analytical with strong skills in mathematics. Although he is about to start Year 7 in September, he has already completed Year 9 mathematics through the online platform Mathletics. Keira, on the other hand, is more inclined toward the arts. She writes poetry, enjoys creative writing, and is the lead vocalist in her school's rock band. From September, she will begin private vocal training at her school. Future plans already in focus The twins also have clear academic and career goals. Krish is interested in studying mathematics at Cambridge and wants to become an actuary. Keira is considering a legal career in commercial law. Their parents continue to encourage both children to pursue workshops and academic exposure that match their interests. Krish is also being introduced to basic economics to support his long-term plans. Both children show different strengths but share a strong sibling bond. Their mother noted that while they do argue like typical siblings, they often team up when it comes to parental involvement. The Mensa membership is seen by their parents as a proud moment reflecting both the children's efforts and the family's support structure.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
British-Indian twins Krish and Keira, 11, join elite Mensa club with combined IQ of 314
Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) Keira and Krish Arora Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) Keira and Krish Arora Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) 1 2 British-Indian twins Krish and Keira Arora, 11, have been taken in by the elite Mensa membership club of children with a high intelligence quotient (IQ), after each successfully cleared a tough set of challenges. Between the two, Krish was the first to be accepted. He achieved 162 marks, the highest score in a Mensa-supervised IQ Test session, placing him in the top 0.26 per cent of children with high IQ. Not to be left behind, Keira followed soon. Recently, she scored 152 on the Cattell III B scale, placing her in the top 2 per cent. Mauli Arora, the siblings' mother, said the twins are "extremely competitive." "They are very competitive, and Keira was inspired to give the Mensa test due to Krish," PTI quoted Arora, a Delhi-born senior IT manager who studied computer engineering in Pune, as saying. "Our parenting style is very hands-on and we are actively involved with them on a day-to-day basis. Krish takes private piano lessons and also learns robotics on the weekends. Keira writes poetry and loves creative writing," Arora said. "Krish is very analytical and very strong in maths. He would like to go to Cambridge to study maths and eventually be an actuary. Keira is very creative and writes beautiful poetry. However, would like to be a lawyer, specifically studying commercial law," the mother added. Their father Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the United Kingdom with his family around 25 years ago. The twins studied in the local public school in Hounslow, west London.
