Probability underlies much of the modern world – an engineering professor explains how it actually works

Probability underpins AI, cryptography and statistics. However, as the philosopher Bertrand Russell said, “Probability is the ...
American Institute of Physics

Does the distribution of galaxies in the universe follow a large-scale fractal pattern?

A multifractal spectrum called a weighted Cantor set model can describe how galaxies cluster, which is similar to other ...
Investopedia

Understanding Distribution Channels in Business: How They Function

Jason Fernando is a professional investor and writer who enjoys tackling and communicating complex business and financial problems. Natalya Yashina is a CPA, DASM with over 12 years of experience in ...
The Motley Fool

3 Things to Know About 401(k) Distributions in 2026

401(k) contributions increase in 2025 and 2026, aiding longer-term savings growth. Qualified distributions from a 401(k) start at age 59 1/2 or separation after age 55. Early 401(k) withdrawals incur ...
Investopedia

Bayes' Theorem: What It Is, Formula, and Examples

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...
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Roth IRA Distributions

Roth IRAs allow tax-free withdrawals in retirement but require understanding of their distribution rules. No required minimum distributions for Roth IRAs, unlike traditional retirement accounts. Early ...
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T&D World Insider

Part 2 of our Hurricane Helene series reflects on the restoration in the Chimney Rock and Bat’s Cave areas of Duke Energy’s service territory. As operational and reliability pressures on the grid ...