Perhaps, but it was the real title. I thought that was what we should use on HN.
The title was "A Retiree Discovers an Elusive Math Proof–and Nobody Notices". The last three words were unnecessary, very click-bait, and as the first comment observed not even true. Even "Retiree" is strictly worse and more click-bait than the "retired statistician" that we have here. They're hoping to get some people to click through on the idea that the discoverer is a retired plumber or car salesman. A title that terrible should definitely be edited when posted to HN. Actually this post edited the title perfectly. Next time do that, because something so click-bait as the original will get flagged to oblivion more often than not.
Your submission got flagged, not you. It makes sense because the story was on the front page only a week ago.
Ah, thanks, I missed it! Sorry for the repost.
EDIT: It seems I can't edit/delete the post anymore.
Nothing to sorry about! Just wanted to let you know, some people already discussed it. :)