The internet has become a big part of daily life for many older adults. But does it help prevent dementia? This is a question that has been asked a lot. The answer isn't simple. It turns out that the impact of internet use on dementia risk varies from person to person. This was discovered through a detailed study that used machine learning. Machine learning is a type...

Rainfall often sets off landslides. As climate change heats up the planet, the risk of these events is climbing. To lessen the impact, it is vital to foresee when and where landslides might strike. A new approach uses a mathematical model to predict these events, both in the near future and over many years. This model relies on a complex statistical method. It uses a...