Tag: Statistics
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Ghebremichael Lab Unveils Framework for Longitudinal Biomarker Evaluation
New framework advances how we study biomarkers over time Researchers at the Ghebremichael Lab, part of the Ragon Institute, have published a pioneering statistical framework in the Journal of Applied Statistics. The framework addresses a long-standing challenge in clinical research: how to accurately evaluate the diagnostic performance of biomarkers when measurements are taken repeatedly over…
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Hong Kong Unemployment Holds at 3.8% as Economy Maintains Momentum
HK jobless rate unchanged at 3.8% amid solid growth Hong Kong’s unemployment rate remained steady at 3.8% in the latest three-month period, even as the labour market saw a small contraction in both the number of people seeking work and total employment. The preliminary figures released by the Census and Statistics Department point to a…
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Namibia Admits Inability to Track Jobs Created Under New Administration
Namibia’s Admission: A Gap in Job Tracking In a candid disclosure during a general meeting with the Namibia Statistics Agency, the National Planning Commission (NPC) director general, Kaire Mbuende, acknowledged a critical challenge: there is no reliable system to quantify how many jobs have been created since the current administration took office. The admission underscores…
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Namibia’s Job Tracking Blind Spot: Government Admits Inability to Track Jobs Created
Policy Blindspot as Administration Takes Office The Namibian government faces a surprising transparency challenge: there is no reliable system to track how many jobs have been created since a new administration assumed office. This admission came from National Planning Commission (NPC) director general Kaire Mbuende during a general meeting with the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA).…
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Stats Rundown: 4 Numbers to Know from Mavericks vs Clippers Thriller
Four Numbers That Define Mavericks vs Clippers The Mavericks fell in a thrilling 133-127 decision against the Clippers, a game that boiled down to a handful of standout numbers. Here are the four metrics you need to know to understand what decided the showdown and where Dallas can tighten up moving forward. 1) Final Score:…
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Pakistan Violence Up 46% in Q3 2024, CRSS Reports
Overview Pakistan is facing a sharp uptick in violence in the third quarter of 2024, according to the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS). The report indicates a 46% rise in violent incidents compared with previous quarters, driven by terrorist attacks and counter-insurgency operations. In Q3, authorities logged 329 violent events, which left 901…
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Understanding Health Insurance Costs for Immigrants in Switzerland
Introduction In recent years, discussions around health insurance costs in Switzerland have heightened, particularly regarding the financial impact of immigrants. A report by the Federal Statistical Office (OFS) in 2025 reveals surprising findings: immigrants in Switzerland cost the mandatory health insurance system an average of 985 francs less per year than Swiss citizens. This statistic…
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Distribution of Pensioners in Romania and Average Pension Insights
Overview of Pensioners in Romania Romania’s pension system plays a vital role in the lives of millions of citizens. As of the second quarter of this year, the National Institute of Statistics reported that Romania has approximately 4.9 million pensioners, marking an increase of 18,000 individuals since the first quarter. This growth reflects the aging…
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Pension System in Romania: Current Trends and Statistics
Overview of Romania’s Pension System As of the second quarter of this year, Romania has witnessed a notable increase in its pensioner population, reaching approximately 4.9 million individuals. This marks an uptick of 18,000 from the previous quarter, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics. Understanding the dynamics of the pension system is essential,…
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Parking Controversy in Zurich: Insights from Recent Data
Introduction to Zurich’s Parking Controversy The city of Zurich is currently embroiled in a significant parking controversy following a record decline in car ownership. In 2024, data from the Statistics City of Zurich revealed a decrease of 3,867 vehicles, marking the most substantial drop since the year 2000. This article explores the unfolding situation, the…