statistics
Coverage of statistics in the Nexus archive.
- How math helped the Allies win World War II
During World War II, statistics helped the Allies estimate the number of enemy tanks, which proved essential in the decisive move against Nazi Germany.
- A System Under Fire: WHO’s Ukraine Chief on How Healthcare Has Held On
Dr. Jarno Habicht, WHO Office in Ukraine head for seven years, discusses war's impact on the Ukrainian healthcare system, shares statistics on health changes among Ukrainians, and highlights future challenges.
- How the jet-setting commissaries of the climate change quango use dodgy statistics to peddle hysteria - and justify their own existence
The article criticizes climate change organizations for allegedly using questionable statistics to generate fear and justify their continued existence. It labels these groups as 'quango' and accuses them of peddling hysteria through misleading data.
- Bad government statistics can cost the economy billions
A new study aims to quantify the value of reliable government statistics, highlighting their importance to the economy. Bad government statistics can result in significant economic losses, potentially costing billions. Reliable numbers are crucial for informed decision-making.
- Making India’s numbers count again
India is working to restore the credibility of its statistical systems, though the long-term success of these efforts remains uncertain.