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Master and Servant
It was almost 12pm. It would be another 10 minutes’ drive before I reached Kuala Lumpur. It had been almost a year since I last came here. This place certainly brings back lots of memories in my mind, both happy and sad. I could still remember the roads clearly. And just as I expected, my hand phone rang. I put on my earpiece.
“Joe… are you reaching?” A sweet voice asked. She was May, my ex-wife’s youngest aunt.
“Hi… I am almost here…” I replied. There were some other voices behind her.
“You better be quick… someone here is losing their patience…” she said.
I smiled lightly. Before May could finish her sentence, I heard someone grabbed over the phone.
“Kor…Why are you so slow…?”
I knew who it was. Candy was my ex-wife’s step sister. I think she is going to finish her poly studies.
“I am sorry… Perhaps I should change a new car.” I said. “Young people like you should have more patience.”
“We are starving… hurry!” She managed to finish her sentence before the phone was snatched away again.
“Kor… as a punishment for being late, you should buy supper for all of us.”
This time it was Rachael, the younger sister. She was in the first year of poly.
“No problem. Supper will be delivered in half hour time.” I smiled and turned into the usual place where we usually had our supper.
“Joe… be careful on the road.” I heard May‘s voice before Rachael hangs up the phone.
The way to May‘s house doesn’t change much. I stopped beside the guard house and rolled down my window. The guard approached near me.
“Hi… I am going to block B unit 10 – 12.”
“Oh yes… I just received Ms. Lee’s call. You must be Mr. Pang.” He smiled and activated the barrier up.
I nodded my head lightly and drove in. From a distance, I could see 3 familiar faces waiting.
“Yeah… here comes our supper!” The girls opened my door once I had parked my car.
“Hey… I thought you were waiting for me?” I asked.
The two girls giggled and hugged onto me. I could smell them clearly, and felt their warm and soft bodies pressing hard against mine. It was wrong, but I am clearly excited by their scent and touches.
“We miss you so much!” The girls said and hugged me tighter.
“I miss you too.” I replied, and stroked their silky hair lightly. “My…you girls are growing fast!”
“They insist to wait for you here.” May walked near towards us and said.
I looked up into her and smiled. May was in her late thirties, only a few years older than me. But I thought she appeared much younger now, and prettier.
“I am sorry to make you girls wait.” I said.
“Girls, help your kor kor to carry his bag.” May said, as she helped to carry out the supper inside my car.
“It’s ok. Let me carry, the bag is heavy.”
When we were inside the house, I put down my bag and looked around the house. Nothing had changed much. Usually I would walk straight into the guest room. But this time was different. May sensed my awkwardness and helps to carry up my bag.
“Come… the room is ready for you.” She led me into the guest room. I followed behind and entered into the room.
“Joe… I understand your feeling. But please make here your home. Just like before.” May said as she put down my bag.
“I am very happy to be here again.” I took a deep breath and sat on the bed, I once used to share with my wife, Iris. There was a moment of silent. We could only hear the air-con sound.
“Hey…Could we start eating? I am starving…” Rachael appeared at the door and broke the silence.
“Come…Let’s eat the food before they turn cold.” May said.
The food was finished not too long. I stood by the window enjoying the wind breeze while the girls clean up the mess. My minds were filled with past memories.
“What’s on your mind?” May appeared behind me and asked.
“Oh…Nothing.” I turned and smiled.
“Here…Have a glass of red wine.” May said.
I still remember May loved red wine. I never failed to buy her a bottle whenever I visited her.
“This wine taste good.” She took a sip and said.
“I know you like this brand.” I replied.
“Aunty May…Can we have some wine too?” Candy asked.
“I think it should fine…Get yourself a glass.” May said. Normally she would not allow this.
“I want some too…” Rachael pleads.
May stares onto me. I gave her a slight smile.
“Ok…You can have some too.” She then replied.
It was not too long before I realized we had finished the entire bottle. May was still sober, but Candy and Rachael were flushing red, their eyes appeared drowsy.
“Girls…You have a bit too much. Go take your bath and sleep.” May ordered.
“See you tomorrow kor…” Both the girls entered into May‘s room and shut the door.
I was alone with May again. I could feel my body burning hot.
“Are you tired?” May asked. “I have another bottle of wine. Let’s finish it.”
“No…I mean I don’t mind having some more wine.” I explained.
May smiled and proceeds into the kitchen. She was back shortly with the wine and we drank more down.
“Aunty May…I am very happy that you could still accept me.” I said.
“It was a pity…But I respect Iris’s decision. But that doesn’t mean you should stop seeing us, I mean the girls.” May said. “You know they like you a lot.”
“So…Any plan to settle down again?” May asked.
“No…Not now.” I said. “What about you?”
“Me? You know it is hard for me to find a man. Someone I could really trust.” May gave me a weak smile and poured more wine into her glass.
“Unless I could find someone like you…” She added on.
My heart beat skipped for a second.
“Me? You must be joking.” I tried to laugh it off.
“I think you are great…” Aunty May looked into my eyes for a second before she stared back into her glass.
Then she finished off the entire glass of wine. I think it was her six glasses of the night.
“Aunty May…It’s late. Let’s call it a day.” I suggested.
“Gosh…It was almost 3am. Let’s keep this half bottle for tomorrow night.” She quipped.
“Let me clear the mess here.” She added on.
I retreated back into the room to prepare for my shower. My mind was still reeling with Aunty May‘s words. Was she speaking with any hidden meaning? Or perhaps she was just making the remark out of courtesy. I had a hasty bath and hope for a good night’s sleep. But I saw Aunty May in the room.
“I was thinking if your blanket is too thin…So I bought you another one.” She said.
But I could sense her anxiety. I walked nearer to her.
“Are you feeling alright Aunty May?” I asked.
She burst into tears almost immediately. I panicked. I wondered if I have said the wrong things. May hugged onto me and buried her face into my chest. I was not sure where I should put my hands. I lowered down my head and touched her silky hair lightly with the tip of my nose.
“Joe… I know it is not right.” May murmured. “But I need you… badly.” Her voice shivered lightly.
I was worried we might be seen by the girls, who should be soundly asleep in May‘s room. To be safe, I stretched my hand far, just barely enough to reach for the door and closed it. The closing door sound seemed to assure May that we were now in a slightly more privacy situation. She lifted up her tearful face and our eyes met.
May and my ex-wife, Iris shared some similarity in their features. May grabbed my neck and planted her lips onto mine. Her lips locked onto mine with such force and hunger. Her tongue snaked out and wriggled wildly against mine. It was only now that my hands had moved onto her back and pressing her body tightly against mine. I could feel her bra missing. Her soft warm breasts were mashing hard against my chest.
May slowly led me near the bed and pushed me down. She straddled onto my hips and continued to kiss me wildly. Her hands tugged hard on my t-shirt and pulled it off over my head, breaking her kiss for a moment. I returned her the favor by pulling off her t-shirt as well. I gawked hard, staring at her beautiful breasts for the first time. May blushed lightly and lowered her chest onto my face, buried her soft breasts against my face. I cupped them with my hands, turning my face from side to side, enjoying her warmness and softness, and at the same tasting her huge erected nipples one after another.
“Ohh…” May grabbed my head and feed her breasts hard onto my face.
Underneath, she was grinding her groin hard against my hardening meat. I could only thrust up my groin helplessly, rubbing hard against her. I bite lightly on her nipples, swirling my tongue around it. May was in complete ecstasy. Her body weakened and fell onto mine. I tried to sit up to further my assault on her. But she pinned me down and released her saliva wet breasts from my mouth. She started to kiss her way down, from my neck and slowly down my chest. Just like what I did to her, May sucked on my nipples hard. Her long silky hair flowing down and tickled on the sides of my chest. I caressed onto her flawless smooth back and bundled up her long hair. She begins to kiss further down and at the same time tugging on the side of my short. I lifted up my butt lightly as she could better pull down my short. My meat sprang out and hit onto May neck. She grabbed onto my huge meat and strokes it lightly. I gasped and oozed out a huge gob of precum.
May looked up onto me briefly before she lowered down her face and soaked my cock deep into her mouth.
“Arrgghh…” my hips shivered and I groaned hugely.
My cock felt so warm and wet. May slowly released my cock out of her mouth, leaving a huge trail of saliva along my thick shaft. My cock felt a sudden cold and jerked hard. But not for too long, as May popped my cock back into her warm mouth and slurped hard. Her mouth began moving up and down, with her soft lips locking tightly against my shaft. I had to breathe in hard, watching my wet meat sliding in and out the May gulping mouth. It was totally beyond my wildest imagination.
I had to stop her before it ended early. I pushed her down onto the bed and positioned between her legs. May looked down onto me, her eyes showing a mixture of uncertainty and anticipation. I pulled her short down along her legs. She unexpectedly lifted her legs up so I could slide her short up along her slim legs and off her feet. Another pleasant surprise – she was without her panty as well. I parted her legs wide and drove straight onto her neatly shaved burning hot cunt.
“Mmmmhhhh…!” May reaction was huge and almost immediately, as soon as she felt my mouth onto her soft tender cunt lips.
My big fat tongue split apart her lips and penetrated deep into her already soaking wet cunt.
“Godddd…yeeaahh!” She lifted her chest and arched her head deep against the bed.
Her hands grabbed tightly onto my hair, pulling me harder against her soaking cunt. I slurped hard, and my tongue stabbed in like a little cock. May was kicking wildly, her groin bucking hard. I had to hold her legs tightly and savored every single drop of her sweet juice. My mouth and chin was soaking wet. My mouth began to feel sore. I released my mouth from her and positioned my cock near her gaping cunt. May looked up onto me with her dreamy eyes, her hands grabbing hard onto my hips and urged me on. I sunk down my butt and popped in my cock head.
“Arrrghhh…!” May fingers dig into my hips, her eyes tightly shut.
I pushed more of my meat in, filling her up inch by inch.
“Joooeeee…” May cried as I soaked in my whole length. But it was more like a cry of joy.
“Oohhh…ssooo biggg…sssoo warmmm!” May grabbed tightly on my hips, her legs locking around my back.
I locked my mouth onto hers, and slowly lift up my butt and sunk down again. I grabbed her shivering body tightly against mine and was contented on just stabbing my butt up and down.
“Mmmmmm…harderrrr…harrrdderrr…” May pulled my hair hard and murmured into my mouth, urging me on.
I increased my strength and pace, stabbing my huge hard meat deeply into her pulsing cunt. The bed rocked hard, our bodies slapping hard against each other. I lifted my butt high up and slam down hard. My cock stabbed in fast and wildly.
“Yeaaahhh…!” May was bucking her groin up against me.
My cock began swelling bigger and harder. I could only manage a few more thrusts before I sensibly pulled out my cock and poured my hot cum all over May‘s flat belly.
“Arrgghhh…goddd!” I stroked hard on my jerking cock and milked out the remaining hot cum.
I had to collapse onto May and we hugged tightly against each other.
I wasn’t sure how long I have slept. But I could feel someone sitting on the bed.
“Kor… wake up… wake up.”
I opened my eyes slowly and saw Rachael sitting near me. I turned and lay on my back, feeling my throat very dry.
“What time is it?” I asked very softly.
“It is near 9am.” Rachael replied.
“Where is Aunty May?” I asked.
“She had gone to work. Today you shall be our chauffeur of the day.” Rachael quipped.
“Aunty May is working today?” I was puzzled. Perhaps she had forgotten to inform me yesterday.
“We are starving.” Rachael nudged me on my arm.
“Ok… let me get changed.” I reluctantly got down from the bed and walked into the bathroom.
“Kor… you look tired.”
I stopped and turned around. It was Candy.
“You and Aunty May must have a long chat last night.” Candy winked and went into the kitchen.
I didn’t take much notice of her words. I brought the girls out for breakfast and we did some shopping the whole afternoon. In the evening, May met up with us for dinner before we head home for a rest.
That day May and I didn’t talk much. Instead, I was grateful that the girls did most of the talking. It actually helped to ease off some uneasiness inside us.
“Gosh… my legs were killing me.” I threw myself onto the sofa.
“Rachael… would you help to pour me a glass of ice water?” I asked.
“Sure… no problem.” Rachael happily got up from the sofa and walked into the kitchen.
Candy switched on the television and scanned through the channels.
“So boring…” she changed from channel to channel.
Rachael came back shortly with a glass of ice water.
“Thanks Rachael.” I said.
“Hey… why don’t we play some card game?” Rachael suggested.
“Great… I will get the card.” Candy said.
She returned shortly and pulling May along with her.
“Here… let’s play the UNO game.” Candy said and started distributing the card.
I knew the girls were good at the game, but today I was in luck. I won the first few games.
“It’s boring to play without any forfeits.” Rachael said.
“Let’s play master and servant. The winner shall be the master and loser be the servant.” She added on.
May and I looked at each other. I wonder if we should be playing along.
“Hmm… something interesting.” May surprisingly thought so.
“I am in too. Kor…you must join in too.” Candy demanded.
I agreed without much choice. But this time Rachael won.
“Yeahh…I won!” She jumped in joy.
“So… what’s your order master?” Candy said and giggled.
“Hmm… I order you and Aunty May to strip off kor kor’s clothes.” She winked at me and replied, much to my horror.
“What!?…No way!” I said.
May was taken back slightly by Rachael’s order too.
“Girls… this is getting a bit too far.” May said.
“But I thought we agreed to it. How can you go back on your words?” Rachael said.
“I can do anything but not taking off my clothes!” I said. “This is crazy.”
“Just for fun kor kor…” Candy pleads.
“It is not fun Candy.” I started to get more serious.
“Ok… we will play one more round. Whoever loses must obey the rule of the game.” May suggested.
This time Candy won, much to my agony.
“Yeahh… this time you have no excuse.” Candy giggled.
“No… how could I possibly do that?” I insisted.
“Well… Joe… I guessed it would be fair that you do what they say.” May said and smiled, much to my surprise and shock.
I have never expected May to agree on this, neither am I able to figure out the girl’s intention. Suddenly I realized it was not as bad as I thought. One was someone whom I had just fucked yesterday night and the other two were girls in their teens, something that every man would fantasize and yearn for. I knew it was not right, but I have nothing to lose. However, I was careful not to show my willingness. So I put on a reluctant face and stood up. Both Rachael and May walked near me, and stood by my sides. Candy can’t help but burst out laughing at my expression.
“Haha… kor kor you look so funny.” She clapped her hand and laughed.
I felt May started to pull on my t-shirt. I closed my eyes to fake my uneasiness, which in fact I do feel a little bit of it. I felt my t-shirt being pulled up and I had to lift up my hands. I felt a sudden cold and fingers began to unbutton my jeans. I cleared my throat lightly and sensed my jeans sliding down to my feet. Someone lifted my feet lightly, one after another and removed my jeans away. It was getting awfully quiet. I wonder how the girls would react next. Would they stop the forfeiting now? But I doubt so. My last piece was slowly peeled down to my feet and off. I heard a soft gasping sound.
“So? Are we done with the game?” I asked, still with my eyes shut.
There was no reply. I wonder what’s next. Should I open my eyes? Then I sensed someone moved. I felt a hand on my chest. It was a rather small hand, so I guessed it could be either Candy or Rachael. I panicked a little. I never expected this. Should I stop them? The hand caressed across my chest and down slowly. Before it could make its way down, another hand had grabbed onto my soft meat.
This can’t be true… for the worst I feared had happened. Something the devil side of me had been fantasizing about, but also something the other side of me would violently object. Whatever is running in my mind, my erecting cock was starting to betray me. I thought I had lost count, but I think the third hand had also made its move on me, caressing on my butt. Soon there were more. If my mind was still working, there should be six hands in total. All of them working on different parts of my sensitive body.
I had to let out a soft gasp. My cock was growing hard and huge in one hand. I was tempted to open my eyes, but fear it might end this game prematurely.
“Argghhh…” I gasped louder. Whoever the mouth belongs to, it certainly brings me to heaven.
With one hand on my shaft, I felt a tongue swirling around my cock head before making its way up and down my blood filled shaft. Next another mouth took over the task of sucking on one of my nipples, and not too long, another one keeps herself busy with the other. Never in my life had I experienced this. And finally I thought this should be the right time. I opened my eyes slowly. My vision was a bit blur in the beginning, but as it gets clearer over time I was instantly captivated by the gorgeous scene in front of me.
In front and kneeling down was Candy, licking and tasting my erect cock. She still had her glasses on, something which excited me more. On my left was Rachael, sucking and nibbling my left nipple and one hand stroking gently on my sagging balls. On my right was May, who now was giving me a wicked smile, and planted her lips onto mine. My one hand moved over Rachael and stroked her short hair gently. My other hand moved onto May and grabbed her waist, pulling her nearer against me. I could sense the little tongue working its way up from my shaft to the tip of my meat and engulfed it.
I moaned deeply into May mouth, and our tongues tasted furiously. Then I lost my grip on Rachael. I sensed her kneeling down and before I could know, I felt another wet tongue flicking onto my sagging balls. I parted my legs to allow more room for both the girls. I am not sure if they planned this, but I could feel both their little mouths nibbling and slurping hard on my shaft and cock head. I had to release my mouth away from May and took a glance at this rare scene. Two teens reaching puberty, sharing and savoring on my huge meat. May took this chance to undress herself and kneed down beside Candy. She bundled up Candy long hair, which allow me to have a clearer view of watching her licking and slurping on my cock.
“Suck him deep in your mouth.” May said to Candy.
I directed my huge cock towards Candy, who slowly soaked my cock deep into her mouth. I groaned and jerked my cock hugely. Candy could only take in slightly more than half the length before she gagged and released it, leaving a huge trail of saliva down my shaft.
“Your turn.” May said to Rachael.
Rachael looked more determined. She stretched her little mouth wide and soaked my cock deep in, but as much as she tried, she also could only take in about half the length. I pulled out and soaked it into Candy mouth again, and changed to Rachael again.
“Aunty May… your turn to show us.” Candy said and slowly made some room for May to move in.
May winked at me and took my meat deep into her mouth. She paused for a second and pushed more length in, almost soaking my entire length in. Rachael and Candy stared in great amazement.
“Come… you girls should join me and Aunty May.” I gasped and said.
Both Candy and Rachael stood up and began to undress.
“You are so beautiful.” I drooled hard on their almost fully grow bodies. Candy had smaller breasts, but was peaky with nice pinkish nipples. Rachael, though younger, had bigger and fuller breasts.
“Come and join your Aunty May.” I said.
They kneed back in front of me and took turns to join May.
“Here… you girls take care of the front. I will take care of the back.” She smiled and moved behind me.
Before I could figure her intention, May parted my ass cheeks and worked her tongue towards my ass hole. Fuck… this is getting crazy, I thought. I parted my legs wider and bent slightly down. I grabbed onto Candy and Rachael hair to balance myself a bit and felt my knees weakened. May slurped hard on my asshole and was snaking her tongue hard into it. In front, both Candy and Rachael worked their tongues together on my meat, turning turns to soak my cock deep into their little warm mouths.
“Master… would you like me to do something for you?” I bite hard on my lips, trying to ease off my urge.
Candy looked up onto me, and nodded lightly.
“Now, you and Rachael…. Kneed onto the sofa and stick your ass high in the air.” I instructed.
Both the girls stood up and did so. I pulled May up and positioned ourselves behind each beautiful ass. May had Candy while I had Rachael. I caressed Rachael’s ass lightly and gave her a little smack. She moaned lightly and giggled. May did the same to Candy, and she wriggled her small ass lightly. I gently parted Rachael’s pinkish tender cunt lips. She shivered instantly at my touch. I stick out my tongue and slid across her slit.
“Ohh…goddd.” She gasped hard.
“Ohhh…Aunty Mayyy…” Candy buried her head into the sofa as soon as May snaked her tongue straight into her little sweet hole.
“Kor…pleaasseee…moreee.” Rachael pleads for more.
I realized I had neglected her for a second. Without any mercy, I locked my mouth tightly onto her flooding slit and pushed my tongue as deep in as I could.
“Ohh yessss…!” Rachael too buried her face onto the sofa and screamed in joy.
Her ass pushed back against my grinding mouth, and moving her cunt up and down along my mouth. On my other side, Candy’s excitement escalated higher when May stick her middle finger deep into her cunt, working together with her tongue and mouth.
“Mmmm… you taste so good.” I grabbed hard onto Rachael’s wriggling ass and parted her ass cheeks wider, pushing my mouth deeper and harder against her gaping cunt.
“Joe… you don’t want to miss this delicious meat too.” May said.
We exchanged positions and instead of going straight at her burning cunt, I pushed my tongue deep into the Candy little ass hole.
“Yeeaahhh…goooddd!” Candy weakened instantly.
I lapped up and down, from one hole to another. The thought of stuffing my meat into this wet tight hole was too much. I stood up behind Candy and rubbed my cock head along her wet slick slit. I pushed my butt forward slightly and popped in my cock head.
“Arggghhh…!” Candy arched her head up and groaned into the air.
I slowly pushed in more of my cock. She was so fucking tight and wet. Candy looked back onto me.
“Ohhh…kor…you are so bigggg…!” She gasped.
I breathed in hard and pushed almost my entire meat in. On my side, May was doing me a favor to loose Rachael tight hole, sliding her middle finger in and out Rachael tight cunt. I soaked my cock deep in Candy’s tight slick hole, my mind swirling with intense pleasure. I saw Rachael sluttish face turning back onto us, her envy face, wishing it was her turn almost soon.


While there were no fatal incidents reported, the National Citizens Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) refused to agree to police reports that the recent special elections held in 13 towns of Lanao del Sur were generally peaceful.
Namfrel Chairman Edward Go told reporters on Monday that he witnessed how the Lanao Sur elections were conducted and found it marred by disorder. He said polls in some towns, especially in Kapay, “were chaotic and intense."
“People were lining up to vote. They were shouting, pushing and shoving. It seems everybody wanted to vote first. What was the motivation? I don’t know," Go said during a press briefing at the La Salle Greenhills in San Juan.
Go described the situation in Kapay during the day of the special polls on May 26, as “very intense." “Comparing the election day in Manila, the situation in Kapay was very very far. Napakatensiyunado ng mga tao," he said.
He however forgot the name of the school where the special polls in Kapay was held but he said he “will never forget" what he had experienced there, especially the incident when some “personalities" barred Namfrel volunteers from entering the polling precinct.
The Namfrel chief also said he met Sen. Rodolfo Biazon in Lanao del Sur, the day after the elections. He said Biazon told him about the difficulties that his party encountered in getting copies of election returns (ER). “Sen. Biazon told me that they have not obtained the copies of ERs for the Liberal Party, (though it was the) minority party (acknowledged by the Comelec)." - Fidel Jimenez, GMANews.TV


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Non-invasive mechanical ventilation modalities in supporting patients in ARDS
This page addresses continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) which are modes of non-invasive ventilatory support. It is important to point out that mask-based solutions are not sufficient for patients experiencing hypoxic respiratory failure. At best, these are temporary solutions. These solutions both risk aerosolizing COVID-19 in the expired air which, generally, is not filtered.
CPAP is primarily used to help with oxygenation by applying a constant positive pressure throughout the patient’s respiratory cycle. It is commonly used for patients with obstructive airway or oxygenation problems. Patients have hypoxic respiratory insufficiency, but they do not yet have respiratory failure.
BiPAP detects the patient’s inspiratory and expiratory efforts and provides a differential positive airway pressure to help ease the work of respiration. Patients who are “tiring out” and demonstrate hypercarbic respiratory insufficiency would benefit from BiPAP over CPAP. Care must be taken to identify failure and intubate.
Intubation is necessary for patients experiencing respiratory failure because the effort of breathing is removed. The patient can be sedated and paralyzed, if need be, and higher pressure is used to keep gas exchange occurring in a diseased lung. Some patients can recover with CPAP and BiPAP, so clinical discretion should be used before intubation, but with ARDS intubation is likely.
In COVID-19 positive patients, non-invasive mechanical ventilation modalities can certainly be trialed, but careful monitoring for worsening of the patient towards respiratory failure should be diagnosed without delay so invasive ventilatory therapy can be initiated. Delay and/or failure to provide timely invasive positive pressure ventilatory support can lead to patient self-inflicted lung injury, please see this paper. At this point the only solution is invasive ventilation.

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In her bounty, Nature has given us specific foods to help us better cope with stress and anxiety.
Scientists have long known that many of the foods we eat can alter our brain chemistry. Eating a healthy, natural foods based, balanced diet is the very best way to ensure the health of the nervous system. But when you are going through a period of particularly heightened stress or anxiety, just eating “healthy” may not be enough by itself. Focus on those foods that have a special affinity for calming down the mind, soothing the soul and relaxing the body.
Green tea is not just a beverage for hippies. It contains good amounts of a rare amino acids called L-theanine. There is a good deal of scientific research being conducted into the therapeutic effects of L-theanine and its ability to create a calmer, more relaxed state of mind. Chemically, it seems to work in an almost opposite way to caffeine: it reduces anxiety, lowers blood pressure, slows the heart, and improves sleep.
Studies on acute anxiety, sleep, chronic stress and memory have demonstrated its effectiveness. Drink at least 2-3 cups of green tea per day, infusing the leaves for one minute, to get an optimum dose of L-theanine each day. L-Theanine works quickly, so you should feel the calming and soothing effects of it within half an hour after ingestion.
Almonds are an easy and delicious snack that helps to calm the mind. You see, almonds are one of the top food sources of magnesium — a mineral that is required every day for muscle relaxation, stress management, sleep, and increased bone density.
When you become deficient in this feel-good nutrient, you’re going to be more prone to experience insomnia, muscle tension, cramps, and anxiety. Eating a few almonds each day will provide all the magnesium you need, as well as important omega 6 and 9 fatty acids, protein, calcium and vitamin E.
For optimal results, eat almonds at night during or after dinner, as your body will take magnesium and integrate it back into your cells while you are sleeping.
Deep Sea Fish
It is well known now in the health community that fish and omega-3 oils provide a variety of benefits for the human brain.
As the primary fat in the brain is omega-3, people need to consume omega-3 oils every day to maintain good brain health. Once you have increased omega-3 in the diet, studies show that memory, mood and cognitive performance all improve, and at least one double-blind clinical study on medical students has found that omega-3 reduces symptoms of anxiety.
You can just supplement with omega-3 oil capsules, but consuming deep sea fish — the primary food source of omega-3 — has a host of other benefits as well. Fish contain protein, vitamins and minerals. Some fish, sardines and salmon, for example, contain good amounts of magnesium, a mineral which has a calming and relaxing effect, helping to reduce nervous tension. (It’s best to eat tuna sparingly because of the possible accumulation of mercury in this fish.)
Eat 2 to 3 servings of deep sea oily fish each week, eating from a wide range of species to get the most health benefits out of your improved seafood diet.
You don’t just eat spinach to be strong like Popeye. When your day has been long and difficult, spinach can offer support for your emotions and help you better deal with the stress. We now know that spinach positively effects the body’s serotonin levels. Serotonin is helpful in keeping anxiety and stress in check.
In addition, spinach contains chemicals which appear to attach to opioid receptors throughout the body, creating a feel-good effect and reducing symptoms of pain or tension. These combined actions make spinach a useful antidepressant, anti-anxiety, pain reliever and mood-enhancer, which can be cheaply and effortlessly added to the daily diet.
Spinach leaves do contain high levels of oxalic acid, and an overdose of this acid may lead to the formation of kidney stones in some people, so spinach is best blanched in hot water before eating. This will remove the majority of the oxalic acid from the leaves, while leaving the other nutrients intact.
Oats are a great way to start the day when you are feeling strained. Famous for their dietary fibres, called beta-glucans, which can reduce blood cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugars, scientists now know that oats also contain other chemicals which can support the nervous system.
Oats are a good source of the B complex vitamins — essential for the production of stress-reducing hormones. These vitamins also support the adrenal system’s function during stress, and are involved in numerous other important processes in the body. Studies have demonstrated that oats help with both short and long-term memory and overall cognitive function.
Oat bran in particular has some interesting ingredients. Gramine — a natural chemical found in oat bran — has been shown to have a beneficial, relaxing effect on the nervous system, reducing anxiety. Oat straw has similar alkaloids, which is likely the reason for its use in herbal medicine for stress and nervous exhaustion. Consuming oats, oat bran and oat straw tea on a regular basis is an excellent way to maintain brain health, calm the mind, and help manage stress levels.
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The second week of Raj Rajaratnam’s insider-trading trial wrapped up on Thursday (Fridays are off days) and once again, prosecutors returned to the tapes — audio tapes that, they allege, provide more evidence that Raj was making illegal trades.
Prosecutors on Thursday played secretly recorded tapes of Rajaratnam’s conversations with a friend, former Intel employee Rajiv Goel.
In the conversations, Rajaratnam can be heard telling Goel that he had recently learned confidential information that a company called PeopleSupport was soon to be acquired. Prosecutors allege that Rajaratnam used that information to make trades in a friend’s account ahead of the deal’s closing when the share price was low.
Rajaratnam’s lawyer, John Dowd, has said contended his client did nothing wrong and traded stocks, including PeopleSupport’s, based on legitimate research.
In a July 30, 2008, phone call with Goel that the government played for the jury, Rajaratnam revealed the exact share price at which PeopleSupport’s stock would be purchased in the deal — by the Aegis BPO division of Essar Group, an Indian conglomerate. Two days earlier, that detail had been given to PeopleSupport directors including Krish Panu, who was nominated previously to the board by Galleon, which owned about 25% of the company.
“So the Ruias made a firm bid now,” Rajaratnam said in the call, referring to the brothers that ran Essar Group. “In the amount, $12.25.”
“Oh, wonderful, wonderful, thanks,” replied Goel.
Prosecutors have said Mr. Rajaratnam made trades in Goel’s investment account as a way of compensating him for inside information about Intel, where he worked in the treasury department.
The trial will resume on Monday.

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The flagship UNSW Research Institute in artificial intelligence, data science and machine learning
Home to Australia’s leading Engineering faculty1, leading school of Computer Science2, and leading school of Mathematics and Statistics3, UNSW’s extensive track record in the research and development of AI and its application is well recognised globally4. Its academic staff hold many prestigious fellowships5, its graduates are sought after across the globe6 and its staff, students and alumni have started many AI technology enterprises.7
Australian and international students choose to study AI at UNSW in their thousands. Their robots are some of the best soccer players in the world.8
The new flagship university-wide research institute will support the activities of over 300 UNSW researchers working across AI.
A Sydney Harbour Tunnel explosion showcases the work of UNSW researchers using wireless signals and artificial intelligence to more accurately identify dangerous fire situations.


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Alaska State Fair in Palmer performed in 42-uh miles northeast of Anchorage. But this is not a normal agricultural show, which we used to see. Here the farmers of the Valley Matanuska-Susitna show gigantic vegetables, including cabbages, weighing 60 kilograms, cantaloupe and broccoli 30 to 15 kg. And it's only a few monsters that rose Alaskan soil in recent years. Some vegetables have grown so large that it is difficult even to imagine something of this size.
Why vegetables grow so big in Alaska? The answer is simple: Because the sun.
In Alaska, as a rule, very short growing season - just 105 days. For comparison, California's growing season lasts about 300 days. However, Alaska growing season is not long, dark nights. State is close to the North Pole, which is dominated by up to 19 hours of light during the summer days at the peak of the growing season. Additional hours of sunlight Alaskan allow crops to grow steadily and continuously. That is why Alaska gardeners grow vegetables biggest in the world.
Increased photosynthesis makes the products more sweet. Alaska carrots, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, radishes, turnips, potatoes, beets, carrots, spinach and salad - all of these plants grow very well here.

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The government will permit import and use of Covid-19 vaccines by private organisations, said Health Minister Zahid Maleque.
"The government will set the price of the jabs. The prices of different vaccines may vary. We will formulate policy for fixing the vaccine price," the minister told media in a briefing at Dhaka Reporters' Unity today.
Zahid Maleque said, "Serum Institute of India will export the Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine to Bangladesh by 26 January. We will get 50 lakh doses of the vaccine. Besides, the Indian government will send some Covid vaccines to Bangladesh as gift.
He also said that the government will bear the expenses for treatment if anyone face any side effect after taking Covid-19 vaccine.
Serum Institute of India will sell the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine to Bangladesh at $4 a dose, three sources with knowledge of the mater told Reuters, about 47% more than India will pay for its inoculation campaign.
Serum, which has stockpiled 50 million doses of the vaccine in India, has signed an initial deal to sell 11 million of the shots to the Indian government for 200 rupees ($2.72) per dose.
The rate for India is lower given the massive demand for vaccines in the country of 1.35 billion. Indian regulators have already approved Covishield for emergency use.
The pricing for Bangladesh, the world's eighth-most populous country, provides a first glimpse of what it will cost other low- and middle-income countries that are seeking to secure the vaccine developed by British drugmaker AstraZeneca with Oxford University.
Bangladesh, a country of more than 160 million people, in November signed a preliminary agreement to buy 30 million doses of the shot from Serum - the world's biggest vaccine maker by volume.


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‘Face the Nation’ gets off to bumpy start on new set
CBS News‘ Sunday morning political affairs program “Face the Nation” debuted from the network’s new Washington, D.C. set Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 — and things didn’t get off to a smooth start.
The first sing that something might be awry started when Rep. Adam Schiff, who joined the show remotely from California, began fidgeting with his IFB.
Itt’s not clear if Schiff was getting audio feedback as a sort of precursor to the audio issues that were to come or it was simply slipping from his ear.
The real issues began when the audio of Schiff’s responses became garbled several times.
Moderator Margaret Brennan started to appear visibly shaken as the technical issues continued.
At one point a cross shot of Brennan at the desk and Schiff’s image digitally inserted onto the video wall graphic had a visual failure — Schiff’s image was briefly replaced with black.
At the end of the segment, Brennan awkwardly acknowledged the technical issues and “blamed’ them on the new set.
“That’s gonna happen with a new set,” she said with a shrug, noticeably annoyed.
She then tossed to break saying, “Um, our CBS News coverage of the impeachment hearings will continue on this network tomorrow as well. We’ll be back in a moment. Tomorrow you should tune in to see Norah (pause) O’Donnell, uh, cover the hearings you just heard chairman Schiff describe.”
“Face the Nation” also had issues with its camera shots on the broadcast — including some shots that appeared to have issues with either the jib or handheld camera running into the set or other cameras or unsteady robotic moves.
There were also reports that, in some versions of the show, the video dropped out entirely and was replaced with a CBS slate.
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Debonding of FRP sheets from concrete surface has been a challenging phenomenon attracting many researches in recent years. Surface preparation of concrete before attaching FRP sheets is considered a suitable method to postpone debonding, but with limited effects. Grooving is an innovative technique to overcome debonding of FRP laminates from concrete surface, which has been recently used in Isfahan University of Technology (IUT). In this paper, the effect of different factors influencing the grooving capability is addressed aiming at reducing the debonding potential of FRP sheets from the concrete surface. These factors include the width and the depth of the grooves. The laboratory specimens included about thirty 100×100×500 mm plain concrete beams. Having been grooved on the surface, the specimens were reinforced with CFRP sheets and underwent the four-point flexural test so as to measure the ultimate loading capacity. The outcomes demonstrate that, debonding can be completely averted or at least to a large extent limited by considering specified width and depth for the grooves.
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NBC News reports:
Michael Cohen, the former personal lawyer for President Donald Trump, was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals on the heels of a newspaper photo showing him eating at a Manhattan restaurant weeks after being released from prison into home confinement.
Cohen was taken to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, a federal jail.
His attorney told NBC News that his detention could be connected to a photo of him that appeared on the front page of The New York Post eating outside of his Manhattan residence, where he was supposed to be under home confinement for the remainder of a three-year criminal sentence.
BREAKING: Michael Cohen, Pres. Trump’s former personal attorney, is back in federal custody after being released to home confinement over COVID concerns, his lawyer says. https://t.co/kFpvgIvyrj
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|There are good days and bad days in this caper.
Writing House of the Rising Suns was a joy beginning to end. The nature of the project allowed me to immerse myself in a game I love and regurgitate the experiences I enjoyed while I watched on. Seriously, it was a dream gig. Circumstances conspired to let me run free. It was a fluke.
And how I’ve missed such fortuitousness.
For over the last six months I’ve lived the antithesis.
The next tome, no done and dusted but for the layout, is due out soon. It was a dastardly little blighter from the get go. The concept is risky, the topic is tricky, and the words have flowed like the upper reaches of the Murray in drought. That is hardly at all. Often I thought about scrapping it; of sending back the cheque; of getting a real job. But I’ve stopped short. At 40 I don’t have the ticker to change course AGAIN. So instead I fought and raged and re-wrote and struggled and swore. And now, where there now appears a light. It’s dim, but it flickers. There’s life down the well. That f*%$er will be finished. And soon.
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Population: As of 2021, the population of France is estimated to be around 67.4 million people.
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Currency: The official currency of France is the Euro (EUR).
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Economy: France has the third-largest economy in Europe and the seventh-largest economy in the world. The country has a highly developed infrastructure and is a leader in industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, and tourism. France is also known for its wine production and fashion industry.
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The national anthem of France is called "La Marseillaise". It was written and composed in 1792 during the French Revolution and was adopted as the national anthem of France in 1795. The lyrics were written by Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle and the melody was composed by him as well.
Here are the lyrics of the French national anthem:
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Le jour de gloire est arrivé!
Contre nous de la tyrannie
L'étendard sanglant est levé, (bis)
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Aux armes, citoyens,
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Qu'un sang impur
Abreuve nos sillons!
Here is an English translation of the French national anthem:
Arise, children of the Fatherland,
The day of glory has arrived!
Against us, tyranny's bloody banner
Is raised, (repeat)
Do you hear, in the countryside,
The roar of those ferocious soldiers?
They're coming right into your arms
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To arms, citizens,
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Salma Hayek’s Dog Saves her Life
Actress says her dog alerted her to a gas leak in her home.
Posted: February 8, 2007, 5 a.m. EST
Salma Hayek almost didn’t make it to the Golden Globe Awards last month. But the possible delay wasn’t due to notorious Los Angeles traffic or a narrowly averted wardrobe malfunction.
On the day of the awards show, Salma Hayek’s dog saved the actress’s life, reports “The Insider.”
The “Ugly Betty” creator explained to host Pat O’Brien that she “had a headache and went to lie down” and was awakened from her nap by her dog, Diva. Hayek says the dog was grabbing at her sleeve and trying to pull her out of the house when she realized that the gas was on in her home.
Hayek says Diva was the reason she was able to attend the awards show later that night.
“Ugly Betty” took home two Golden Globes, including Best Television Comedy and Best Actress in a TV Comedy for its star, America Ferrera.
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Sportsmanship in team-based online gaming is a design problem, not a social problem.
That was the message from Riot Games' lead designer of social systems Jeffrey Lin at GDC yesterday, as he talked about ways in which designers have sought to reduce unpleasantness and complaints among players of its successful League of Legends game.
In his speech, Enhancing Sportsmanship in Online Games, he showed how simple techniques can be used to encourage good behavior among players, and to discourage abuse and bad language. "Sportsmanship can pave the way for a really positive experience," he said. "So we encourage it early."
Much of Riot's work on this issue stemmed from research into players who tick teammates off with an abusive attitude. Lin said Riot takes the view that all players are good, but that sometimes they have a bad day, and this can affect their interactions with others.
Even so, while the vast majority of players have solid reputations for being nice and supportive, a small percentage attracts a significant amount of complaints. They are far more likely to make use of a list of ten phrases and words that are commonly accepted as negative or abusive, and less likely to use encouraging words or phrases, like "ggwp" (good game, well played).
Instead of banning these players, Riot gives them a limited budget of interactions with other players. So, they can decide to use their chance to communicate with others to talk tactics, offer encouragement or dole out abuse. Players who change their behavior are released from the restricted chat mode.
"This is more effective at improving player behavior than using bans," Lin said. "Players respond to positivity and improve the way they communicate."
As a result of the scheme, Riot found that bad language, as a whole, dropped 7 percent and that positive messaging actually went up. Lin pointed out that negative players, if unattended to, tended to get worse over time, but when addressed, usually changed for the better.
Often, creating lobbies in which players can feel like they have more power over their choices of who to play with, and which characters to choose, also cut down on strife. Riot changed its entry system to allow players more time and more information about their games and their teammates. Players rated having positive teammates as much more important than being able to get into a game quickly.
The company also uses algorithms to encourage a good social mix. Researchers found that a team comprised of a group of friends was the most harmonious, followed by a group of friends who had been joined by some strangers. The least harmonious was a merging of two groups of friends. This caused a confusing lack of leadership and culture, which often led to trouble. Such groupings are now avoided.
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BATON ROUGE - Some residents in the Southdowns neighborhood are furious about a manhole that routinely overflows and trashes their driveways and yards.
"It's our Southdowns geyser, you can call it Old Faitful almost," said Dan Cuendet, who lives right next to the manhole.
Cuendet tells News 2 the problem has been ongoing ever since the city upgraded its sewer system.
The entire project is worth $1.6 billion.
"Ever since November 2015, we've been dealing with this issue," said Cuedet.
The Department of Public Works is aware of the problem and confirmed it will be part of a "routine maintenance program" to ensure it doesn't have any problems going forward.
They say the air relief valve is the cause of the overflow.
Robert Breaux hopes repairs aren't put off, "they've looked over this a multiple day span, but nothing has been done."
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Is this a Kalanchoe Crassula Rogersii?
by Jacky Grundling
(Cape Town South Africa)
brown 'stitches' on edges of leaves
Grows like a Kalanchoe. Leaves fat and if stressed turns red on the tips. Could also be Crassula Rogersii. Flowers upright and red.
Height about 30 cm.
Hi Jacky, there seems to be some confusion about your plant; judging from the leaves and their arrangement, and also the flowers, urn or bell shaped, this is not a Crassula, which have a similar set up of the leaves but are usually clasping, and not notched on their edges, and also have a tight cluster of star shaped flowers.
Narrowing it down further, the brown markings on the tips of the leaves are a dead giveaway; these are typical of some types of Kalanchoe - look at this page on Dave's Garden Website for more on Panda Plant and Chocolate Soldier to see what I mean.
Sorry I couldn't find the exact same plant as yours but that gives you a place to start.
Best of luck with the ongoing search for your plant!

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We were told by the crematorium (says he has been doing this for 30yrs) that my step-father, because he is the surviving spouse, everything goes to him regardless of what my mother’s Will says. My mother and step-father led completely separate financial lives and my step-father is not on any of... Read more »
The crematorium employee should not practice law. Take the will to an attorney and open an estate in probate court. The surviving spouse may be entitled to some, if he chooses to take against the will, but it should all be done under court supervision.
Wills don't expire. If they are valid at the time of creation - signed by the testator at the bottom with two witnesses signing that the testator did so of free will - it is valid forever unless revoked.
Whether you need to go thru probate depends on how assets are titled, not whether or not you have a will. Anything that is in the decedent's name alone, without a beneficiary or joint owner and not in a trust, would need to be probated. Contact a probate attorney for guidance.
I provided my address with recommendation that check be sent a priority mail so it could be tracked. Am now being told by lawyer that it was sent "regular mail." Since it's been over a month and has not received, and there is no proof that it was ever sent, how can I proceed ? (Ohio)
No, you are not responsible for repairs to a home that you do not own. You may find it beneficial to keep the home in repair, so that when you inherit, it isn't a mess, but you are not required to do so.
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In a recent study, researchers found that eating a high-fiber diet kicked off a reaction in the gut that caused a positive change in the immune system—at least in mice.
"We felt that the increased incidence of food allergies in the past 10 years had to relate back to our diet and our own microbiome rather than a lack of exposure to environmental microbes—the so-called 'Hygiene Hypothesis'," the study’s co-senior author Laurence Macia, an immunologists at Monash University in Australia, said in a Cell Press release about the work. "Most researchers in this field look at excess fat as the problem—we were one of the first looking specifically at fiber deficiency in the gut."
The bacteria in our gut (and in mouse guts) break fiber down into byproducts, like short-chain fatty acids. The researchers showed that these fatty acids support the immune system by binding onto specific receptors on T regulatory cells—immune cells known to suppress the immune response. This binding promotes a cascade of events that regulate inflammation in the gut. It’s that gut inflammation that’s out of whack during an allergic reaction to food.
"It's likely that compared to our ancestors, we're eating unbelievable amounts of fat and sugar, and just not enough fiber," said co-author Charles Mackay, also an immunologist at Monash, in the release. "And these findings may be telling us that we need that high-fiber intake, not just to prevent food allergy, but possibly other inflammatory conditions as well,” said Macia.
Their research was published in Cell Reports.

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Twelve Greek startups venture to Texas for SXSW conference
The opportunity was made possible by THI and the US Embassy in Greece
Thanks to a grant of €50,000 from The Hellenic Initiative (THI) and the US Embassy in Greece, 12 promising Greek startups have been given the opportunity to present their products and services in the Greek Booth at the South By Southwest Conference (SXSW).
Held annually in Austin since 1987, the conference is recognised as one of the largest and most important innovation and technology events and this year runs from 10 - 19 March.
The startups participating in 2017 are ASN.gr, Infitheon, Aspalis Concierge, InSybio, Athlenda, SIBA Soft, Centaur Technologies, Tactical Systems, Filmografik Productions, 100mentors, Hopwave, and Boardmaps.
"THI supports Greek startups, reaffirming its belief that entrepreneurship is a key element in building a new generation of creative and innovative business projects that can contribute to Greece's future prosperity," the initiative said.
In just three years, the THI has assisted more than 80 Greek startups to participate in SXSW and subsequently get on the right path to operate a successful business.
One example is online training and education company, Schoox. Designed in Thessaloniki, the startup has since managed to raise US$6.5 million (€6,032,650), which has expanded its operations, now employing over 40 people in the Greek city.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a driving force behind technological advancements, revolutionizing industries across the globe. As businesses and organizations embrace the potential of AI, it’s crucial to understand the market size and growth of this transformative technology. In this article, I’ll dive into the AI market size statistics by region, shedding light on the different areas where AI is making a significant impact.
The AI market is experiencing exponential growth, with each region contributing to its expansion in unique ways. From North America to Asia Pacific, the adoption of AI technologies varies, resulting in diverse market sizes. By examining these statistics, we can gain valuable insights into the current state and future prospects of the AI market in different parts of the world.
Understanding the regional variations in AI market size is essential for businesses, investors, and policymakers alike. Join me as we explore the latest statistics and trends, uncovering the potential of AI in various regions and its implications for the future of industries worldwide. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of AI market size statistics by region.
North America: AI Market Size Statistics
In this section, I will delve into the AI market size statistics for North America. It’s crucial to examine these figures as North America plays a significant role in driving the growth of the AI industry.
1. Market Size
- North America is the largest AI market globally, with $9.65 billion in market size in 2020.
- The region is projected to maintain its dominance, with the AI market expected to reach $36.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 31.2%.
2. Key Contributors
- The United States is the primary contributor to North America’s AI market size, accounting for over 80% of the region’s market share.
- Major tech hubs like Silicon Valley, Seattle, and Boston have been instrumental in the growth of AI start-ups and the implementation of AI across various industries.
3. Industry Verticals
- The adoption of AI is widespread across industries in North America. Some of the prominent sectors contributing to the AI market size include:
- Healthcare: AI is revolutionizing medical research, diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. The healthcare sector is expected to contribute significantly to the AI market size in North America.
- Retail: AI-powered chatbots, recommendation engines, and inventory management systems are transforming the retail industry, enhancing customer experience and optimizing operations.
- Financial Services: AI algorithms are driving automation and efficiency in financial institutions, improving fraud detection, risk assessment, and customer service.
- Manufacturing: AI-enabled robotics and automation are revolutionizing the manufacturing sector by enhancing production processes, quality control, and supply chain management.
4. Government Initiatives
- The governments in North America recognize the potential of AI and have taken proactive measures to foster its growth. For instance:
- The United States launched the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Office (NAIIO) to drive AI research, development, and regulation.
- Canada unveiled the Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy, investing $125 million to support AI research centers across the country.
Understanding the AI market size in North America is essential for businesses, investors, and policymakers looking to capitalize on the region’s growth potential. It presents vast opportunities and implications for industries across the board.
Let’s explore the AI market size statistics for another region in the next section.
Europe: AI Market Size Statistics
Europe is a key player in the global AI market, with significant growth potential and a strong focus on adopting AI technologies. In 2020, the AI market in Europe was valued at $6.03 billion, making it the second-largest AI market worldwide. The region is projected to witness substantial growth and reach a market size of $21.48 billion by 2028.
Several factors contribute to the growth of the AI market in Europe. First and foremost, government initiatives and investments play a crucial role in fostering innovation and driving AI adoption across industries. Countries like the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Sweden have established national strategies and funding programs to support AI research and development.
Additionally, Europe has a highly skilled workforce and a strong technology ecosystem, which provides a solid foundation for AI advancements. The presence of renowned universities, research institutes, and tech startups contributes to the region’s innovation-driven AI landscape.
The adoption of AI spans across various industries in Europe. Healthcare, retail, finance, and manufacturing sectors are actively deploying AI to enhance efficiency, improve customer experience, and drive business growth. For instance, in healthcare, AI is revolutionizing diagnostics, drug discovery, and personalized medicine.
Moreover, Europe is focused on ethical AI and data privacy. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets strict guidelines for data protection, ensuring that AI applications comply with privacy standards and respect user rights. This approach promotes trust and transparency, making Europe an attractive market for AI investments.
Understanding the AI market size in Europe is crucial for businesses and investors looking to capitalize on the region’s growth potential. It allows organizations to identify market trends, assess competition, and make informed decisions about AI adoption strategies. Policymakers can also leverage this data to develop regulatory frameworks that support responsible AI innovation while protecting consumer rights.
Europe’s AI market is poised for remarkable growth, driven by government support, technological advances, and a commitment to ethics and privacy. It presents vast opportunities for businesses, investors, and researchers, positioning the region as a prominent player in the global AI industry.
Asia Pacific: AI Market Size Statistics
Moving on to the Asia Pacific region, we cannot overlook the tremendous growth and potential it holds in the AI market. With its rapidly developing economies and a massive population, the region offers vast opportunities for AI adoption and investment.
According to recent statistics, the AI market in Asia Pacific was valued at $3.5 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach an estimated market size of $25.64 billion by 2028. This substantial growth can be attributed to several key factors:
- Government Initiatives: Governments across the Asia Pacific region have recognized the importance of AI in driving economic growth and competitiveness. They have introduced various initiatives, such as investment funds, tax incentives, and regulatory frameworks, to encourage the development and deployment of AI technologies.
- Technological Advancements: The Asia Pacific region is renowned for its advancements in technology and innovation. Countries like China, Japan, and South Korea are leading the way in areas such as robotics, automation, and machine learning. These technological capabilities, coupled with extensive research and development activities, contribute to the growth of the AI market in the region.
- Rapid Digital Transformation: The Asia Pacific region is experiencing a rapid digital transformation across industries. Businesses are embracing AI to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and gain a competitive edge. Industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and retail are increasingly leveraging AI to optimize operations and deliver improved customer experiences.
- Growing Venture Capital Investments: The Asia Pacific region has witnessed a surge in venture capital investments in AI startups. Investors recognize the potential and long-term value of AI technologies, leading to significant financial support for innovative AI companies in the region. This influx of capital fuels the growth of the AI market in Asia Pacific.
It is crucial for businesses, investors, and policymakers to closely monitor the AI market size in the Asia Pacific region. With its immense growth potential and technological advancements, the region presents exciting opportunities for those looking to capitalize on the AI revolution.
Remember, the AI market size is ever-evolving, and it is essential to stay updated on the latest trends and developments in each region. By understanding the market dynamics and potential in different parts of the world, stakeholders can make informed decisions that drive success in the AI industry.
Latin America: AI Market Size Statistics
Latin America is a region that shows significant potential for growth in the AI market. Despite being a relatively untapped market compared to North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region, Latin America has been experiencing a steady increase in AI adoption and investments in recent years.
According to market research data, the AI market in Latin America was valued at $437 million in 2020. This figure is projected to reach $2.3 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 32.1% during the forecast period.
Several factors contribute to the growth of the AI market in Latin America. One of the key drivers is the increasing demand for AI-powered solutions in various industries, including healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing. Companies in these sectors are leveraging AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency, improve customer experience, optimize processes, and gain a competitive edge.
Government initiatives and supportive policies also play a crucial role in promoting AI adoption in Latin America. Many countries in the region have recognized the economic potential of AI and have implemented strategies to foster its development. For example, Brazil launched the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy in 2020, aiming to promote research, innovation, and talent development in AI.
Additionally, the growing presence of tech startups and investment in Latin America is fueling the expansion of the AI market. Venture capital funding for AI startups has been steadily increasing, attracting both local and international investors. These investments contribute to the development of AI technologies and the growth of the AI ecosystem in the region.
Latin America is emerging as a promising market for AI adoption and investment. With a growing demand for AI-powered solutions, supportive government policies, and increasing investments, the AI market size in Latin America is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years. Businesses and investors should keep a close eye on this region to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the AI revolution.
In this article, we have explored the AI market size and growth in different regions, including North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America. While the AI market in North America and Europe has already witnessed significant growth, Latin America is emerging as a promising market with immense potential.
Latin America’s AI market was valued at $437 million in 2020 and is projected to reach $2.3 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 32.1%. This growth is attributed to the increasing demand for AI-powered solutions across various industries, government initiatives, and supportive policies. Additionally, the presence of tech startups and investments in the region further contribute to its rapid development.
As businesses and investors, it is crucial to closely monitor the growth of the AI market in Latin America. The region offers numerous opportunities for AI adoption and investment. With its favorable market conditions and increasing adoption rates, Latin America is poised to become a significant player in the global AI landscape.
By staying informed about the AI market trends in Latin America, we can make well-informed decisions and capitalize on the potential growth opportunities that this region has to offer.

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PLANS to revive the railway warehouse in Huddersfield were expected to be approved by councillors this afternoon.
Kirklees Council's planning sub-committee was being urged to back an application to convert St George's Warehouse into a complex of offices and flats.
The plan from Huddersfield-based HD1 Developments focuses on four of the five storeys of the building, which is next to the railway station.
HD1 wants to convert the 240,000sq ft building to provide 62 flats on the top two floors and 60,000sq ft of office space on the next two floors below.
The firm also wants to surface the 220-space car park alongside the grade II listed warehouse.
Council spokesman Peter Steniulis said HD1 was waiting for today's decision before drawing up a more detailed application for listed building consent to convert the building.
An officers' report to the committee said: "This is a very interesting and welcome proposal.
"This building has been empty for far too long.
"This proposal represents an opportunity to bring it back into use and to provide a boost to this part of the town centre."
Mr Steniulis said experts were also examining ways to extend the railway station pedestrian subway to the warehouse and to the front of the station in St George's Square.
He added: "Things are progressing well.
"The current planning application and feasibility study are important milestones in the development of the warehouse and its integration with the rest of the town centre."


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portable storage content on TweakTown - Page 3
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Raidon Runner GR2660 RAID Storage Enclosure Review
Sep 6, 2014 5:10 am
Tyler takes a look at the Raidon Runner, a 2.5" storage enclosure offering RAID capabilities, in a solidly built unit, that also sells at a good price.
ICY DOCK Black Vortex 3.5" Drive Cage Review
Aug 30, 2014 3:10 pm
ICY DOCK drops off the Black Vortex drive cage for testing. Read on as Tyler gives us the details on this device and how it works and looks in your system.
OWC ThunderBay IV RAID 5 Edition External Storage Drive Review
Aug 28, 2014 9:00 pm
Today Tyler takes the new OWC ThunderBay IV RAID 5 Edition external storage drive solution for a spin to see how it performs with its new RAID mode.
ICY DOCK EZConvert Air MB382SP Storage Enclosure Review
Aug 28, 2014 6:16 am
Today Tyler reviews the ICY DOCK EZConvert Air. This inexpensive devices allows you to run a 2.5-inch drive inside a regular 3.5-inch storage enclosure.
Samsung EVO 32GB SDHC UHS I Memory Card Review
Aug 23, 2014 6:22 am
Today Tyler takes a close look at Samsung's EVO 32GB SDHC UHS I memory card. If performance is not much of a concern, and you need capacity, take a look.
AKiTiO Thunder2 PCIe Thunderbolt 2 Expansion Chassis Review
Aug 22, 2014 10:05 pm
We take a look at the latest Thunderbolt solution from AKiTiO in the Thunder2. This device allows you to add PCIe devices to your Macbook at full speed.
Kingwin EZ-Clone USI-2535CLU3 USB 3.0 Storage Adapter Review
Aug 22, 2014 6:19 am
If you are in the market for a standalone IDE or SATA storage cloning solution, look no further, as we take a look at the EZ-Clone device from Kingwin.
Akitio Neutrino Thunder D3 Thunderbolt / USB 3.0 DAS Review
Jul 31, 2014 6:20 am
Today Tyler spends time talking about the Akitio Neutrino Thunder D3, a speedy DAS with both Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 connections. Check out his review now.
Corsair Voyager Air 2 1TB Mobile Storage Device Review
Jul 23, 2014 6:15 am
Corsair returns with the Voyager Air 2 with 1TB of portable storage capacity. Read on as we take a close look at this mobile storage solution.
Corsair Flash Voyager GTX 128GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jul 15, 2014 9:15 pm
Tyler tests the new Flash Voyager GTX pen drive from Corsair. It even includes TRIM and SMART support since internally it uses an SSD controller. Read on.
Strontium Nitro Plus 128GB U3 SDXC Memory Card Review
Jul 12, 2014 6:33 am
In the market for a high capacity SDXC memory card solution? Read on as we look at the Nitro Plus from Strontium and see how it works and performs.
Vantec NexStar TX 2.5-inch USB 3.0 External Storage Enclosure Review
Jul 11, 2014 10:03 pm
Today Tyler spends some time giving us a detailed look at the Vantec NexStar TX, an external storage enclosure for your shiny new HDD or SSD.
Transcend JetDrive Lite 330 64GB MacBook Expansion Memory Card Review
Jul 11, 2014 6:08 am
Add storage capacity to your MacBook Pro with the JetDrive 330. Tyler gives us the details on this expansion memory card that won't look out of place.
LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt 500GB External Storage SSD Review
Jul 10, 2014 10:05 pm
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Strontium Nitro Plus 64GB U3 MicroSDXC Memory Card Review
Jul 10, 2014 6:15 am
We look at the latest microSD from Strontium, the Nitro Plus. Follow on as Tyler tells us all about this new 64GB U3 MicroSDXC memory card.
Lexar JumpDrive S33 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jul 9, 2014 6:12 am
The S33 hits the lab. Read on as we test this new USB 3.0 flash pen drive solution from Lexar and see how it performs and if it's worth buying or not.
SanDisk Extreme Pro 32GB SDHC UHS II Memory Card Review
Jul 8, 2014 6:05 am
We take a look at the Extreme Pro from SanDisk, the first UHS II card to come through the lab. Read on as Tyler tells us all about it and how it performs.
Lexar JumpDrive S23 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jul 5, 2014 6:15 am
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Leef Surge Copper 16GB USB 2.0 Pico Flash Drive Review
Jun 20, 2014 2:04 pm
We take a look at the pico-sized Surge Copper from Leef. Read on as Tyler gives us the complete details on this tiny, yet stylish pen drive.
Leef Magnet 3.0 Copper 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jun 19, 2014 6:03 am
We revisit the Leef Magnet 3.0, and this time it's copper. Read on as Tyler gives us the full details on this pen drive in his review right now.
Leef ICE 3.0 Copper 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jun 17, 2014 6:02 am
Leef is back with the ICE 3.0 Copper pen drive. Read on as we explore the performance of this flash drive and work out if you should buy it or not.
MX Technology LX 256GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
Jun 13, 2014 10:00 pm
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MX Technology ES 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive Review
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Buffalo MiniStation Extreme 1TB External HDD Review
May 21, 2014 2:06 am
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Kingfast 32GB Secure Hardware Encrypted USB Flash Drive Review
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