In studies that track health markers over time and link them to when people experience an event, researchers often use “joint models. ” These methods combine two types of data: repeated measurements and the time until an event happens. They are seen as a fair way to see how a marker, like kidney fun
A recent survey examined how many dogs and cats in Hong Kong carry antibodies to the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can jump from animals to people. Researchers tested 1, 110 animals: 425 pet dogs, 425 pet cats and 260 stray cats that roam the city. The aim was to see how many had been exposed an
The Cavaliers faced a tough road test in Detroit, winning 117‑113 in overtime and taking a 3‑2 edge in the series. A bright red mark on Evan Mobley’s left face showed how hard the game was, but it didn’t stop him from scoring crucial points. Cleveland had a perfect home record this postseason but
Recent research suggests that a single heart‑sweeping CT scan could replace several separate tests when doctors evaluate patients with leaking mitral valves. Instead of juggling echo, MRI and angiography, the CT scan can map the valve’s shape and detect any blockages in the heart’s arteries. T
This year’s film festival in Cannes became a stage not just for new movies, but for real-world debates about art and technology. The event runs every May, and the 2026 edition was no exception, filling the French Riviera with glamour and gossip. Attendees lined up to cheer for blockbusters like The
A plane crashes into the Pacific and suddenly passengers must choose between sinking metal and hungry sharks. That’s the set-up for Deep Water, a new survival thriller landing on U. K. and Irish screens. Directed by Renny Harlin (famous for Die Hard 2), the film teams up Hollywood heavyweights Aaron
Last week, a historic relic vanished from a quiet church in the Czech countryside. Police say a 35-year-old man is now in custody for allegedly taking the 800-year-old skull of Saint Zdislava. The saint lived from 1220 to 1252 and is famous for helping the poor. Her canonization by the Pope in 1995
The former White House communications chief shared his thoughts about digital money, saying that paper cash only works because people believe in it. He compared Bitcoin to a modern version of money that is open, clear and managed by computers all over the world. Because it runs on a computer p
Valley fever is a lung disease caused by spores from the fungus Coccidioides, which thrives in dry soil across parts of the southwestern United States and south‑central Washington. The illness can be fatal, with up to 1, 000 deaths reported each year. A study in Phoenix showed that the risk of infe
The opening night of this year’s Cannes Film Festival was a glittering affair, drawing big names from across the film world. Among those in attendance were veteran actresses Demi Moore and Jane Fonda, who added star power to the event. Moore, now 63, was part of the festival’s jury and chose a
