Google is adding a new feature to its finance tools. It will now include odds from prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. This move could expose millions of users to these platforms, which are facing legal challenges. Kalshi and Polymarket argue that their platforms are not gambling sites. They say they offer "event contracts" regulated like commodities. Howeve...
The North Bay is in for a wild ride this week. A big storm is coming, and it's bringing a mix of rain, wind, and possible thunderstorms. This isn't just any storm; it might turn into what's called an atmospheric river, which means it could carry a lot of moisture from the tropics. The rain is expected to start Wednesday afternoon and get heavier as the day goes on. ...
Detecting human actions early is super important for fields like robotics, gaming, security, and healthcare. When systems can spot actions quickly and accurately, they can respond faster and work better. But traditional methods struggle with real-time data that's incomplete. They're usually designed for offline use and focus on full actions, not early signs. A new s...
The Farmers’ Almanac, a beloved guide for farmers, gardeners, and weather lovers, is saying goodbye after 208 years. The final edition will be published in 2026, marking the end of a long-standing tradition. The decision to stop comes from the tough times in today’s media world. The Almanac’s team says it’s getting too hard to keep up with the costs of making and sh...
Bayesian statistics is a powerful tool for making sense of data. It helps us understand the uncertainty around our estimates. But what happens when our models are not perfect? This is called model misspecification. In such cases, Bayesian posteriors may not accurately reflect the true uncertainty. Moreover, different datasets from the same true distribution can lead ...
Google is adding a new tool to its search engine and finance platform. This tool shows predictions from Polymarket and Kalshi. These are platforms where people bet on future events. For example, will there be a recession in 2025? Who will win the next U. S. presidential election? The idea is simple. People buy and sell shares on outcomes. The prices show what the cr...
A fun contest is happening now. It's all about guessing where the top 50 free agents in Major League Baseball will sign. You can join in and make your predictions. The deadline to enter is November 13th at 11pm central time. You can change your picks anytime before then. After the entry window closes, a public leaderboard will show who's ahead in the contest. The le...
The Florida Panthers and the LA Kings are set to face off in a thrilling NHL matchup. This game is scheduled for Thursday night at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles, with the puck drop at 10 p. m. ET. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN+ or Hulu. The Panthers have had a mixed season so far, with a record of 6 wins, 6 losses, and 1 tie. They recently suffered a ...
Georgia's winter weather is always a bit of a mystery. Last year, the state saw some serious snowstorms, but usually, winter here is pretty mild. So, what's in store for this year? Let's take a look at what different forecasts are saying. First things first, winter officially kicks off on December 1st, meteorologically speaking. But if you're waiting for the astrono...
Researchers are looking into why so many young people are developing nearsightedness, also known as myopia. This condition is not just about genes. It's also about what's happening in the world around us. Two different sets of data were used to figure this out. One set is old and focuses on clinical aspects. The other is new and looks at behavior. The goal is to mix ...