VARMA, or Vector AutoRegressive Moving Average, models are a versatile tool for understanding how multiple time series interact. Despite their potential, VAR models, a simpler subset, often steal the show in real-world applications. Is it because VAR models are just easier to use, or are users missi
Colorectal cancer is a worldwide problem, but can screening really help and is it worth the cost? Researchers decided to find out by reviewing lots of studies about the benefits and costs of different screening methods in countries with varying income levels. They wanted to see if screening strategi
Last week, the NBA had to cancel a few games due to the wildfires in Los Angeles and bad weather in Atlanta. On Wednesday, the league announced new dates for some of those games. This change affects nine teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets,
Have you ever wondered how tiny microbes in your body can influence your health? Scientists have been using mass spectrometry to study these microbiomes for a while now. Recently, they've started to harness the power of metaproteomics, which looks at the proteins produced by these microbes. This is
Recently, the Supreme Court tackled a tough Texas law that needs people to prove their age before seeing porn online. Some justices weren't sure if blocking software could really keep kids safe. They also pondered if outdated laws still work in today's tech-powered world. Justice Sotomayor seemed to
Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi had a tricky time answering a question from Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill. ) about the 2020 election results. Durbin wanted to know if President Donald Trump had lost the election. Bondi acknowledged that President Joe Biden is now in office and that there was a peace
Google's Gemini app is about to get a whole lot more up-to-date. The tech giant has teamed up with The Associated Press (AP) to bring real-time info right to your fingertips. Imagine you're curious about the latest news on something happening right now. Instead of searching through old articles, the
The popular video-sharing app TikTok might get a temporary stay from the US ban. President-elect Trump is mulling over issuing an executive order to halt enforcement of the law for 60 to 90 days. This comes after TikTok threatened to shut down if the ban goes into effect on Sunday. The law, passed
Netflix has rolled out a new crime thriller called "Public Disorder, " which just hit the streaming service on January 15. You might have missed it since bigger hits often hog the spotlight, but this Italian series has something intriguing to offer. Let's take a closer look. Set in Rome, "Public Di
The U. S. Supreme Court is diving into a hot topic: online age verification for adult content. Last week, the court took a close look at a Texas law that wants porn sites to check that users are 18 or older. This isn't just about Texas; 19 states have similar laws. But is this law fair or does it go
