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Aprecap 125 Mg
$17 – $48
Generic Drugs | Aprepitant |
Manufacturer | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Pack Size | Price | Price Per Unit | Quantity | Add To Cart |
9-capsule-s | $48 | $5.33 | ||
6-capsule-s | $33 | $5.50 | ||
3-capsule-s | $17 | $5.66 |
Aprecap 125 Mg
Aprecap 125 Mg Injection is an antiemetic. It is used after chemotherapy or after surgery to prevent vomiting and feelings of nausea. It functions by blocking the substances in the brain that cause nausea and vomiting. It can be used in combination with other medications.
On using Aprecap 125 Mg medication you may experience side effects such as headache, constipation, chest pain, dizziness, fatigue, heartburn, reduced appetite, diarrhea, irregular heartbeat, mental/mood disorders, breathlessness, hives, sore throat, skin rash, swelling of facial features, fever, trouble breathing or swallowing. If reactions persist or become worse over time seek medical help as soon as possible.
Avoid using this medication if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Aprecap 125 Mg Injection. Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you have nausea or vomiting, you are allergic to any food or medicine or substance, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.
The usual adult dose for treating nausea or vomiting post cancer treatment medication is Aprecap 125 Mg an hour after chemo on the first day and 80 Mg orally for the next two days in the morning. Ideally dosage should be prescribed by the doctor.Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Drug = Aprepitant
Strength = 125 Mg
Manufacturer = Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
How To Take
Take Aprecap 125 Mg medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aprecap 125 Mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule
Aprecap 125 Mg/80 Mg Capsule
Aprecap 150 Mg Injection
Side Effects
Loss of appetite
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Aprecap 125 Mg is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Aprecap 125 Mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is recommended.
Aprecap 125 Mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aprecap 125 Mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Aprecap 125 Mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Aprecap 125 Mg are used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy and are used as combination therapy with other mediations for both highly and moderately emetogenic (vomiting inducing) chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy is the use of cytotoxic drugs to kill cancer cells, which grow more rapidly than most normal cells, and nausea and vomiting are common side effects of chemotherapy.
Drugs used for chemotherapy stimulate the vomiting reflex that is triggered in the brain. Aprecap 125 Mg block the vomiting reflex and prevent nausea and vomiting induced by these drugs.
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Sal DeFrancesco, Morgan Mickavicz and Cassie Semyon, juniors at Riverside High School, have been chosen to participate in the Tomorrow's Leaders Today Program. The Tomorrow's Leaders Today program identifies high school juniors who demonstrate leadership abilities and prepares young people for committed involvement and responsible participation in the future of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Sal, Morgan and Cassie will work with students from various area high schools in developing teamwork, communication, and practical analytical skills while exploring community needs, problems, and resources.
Pictured left to right: Morgan Mickavicz; Sal Defrancesco ; Cassandra Semyon

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Two George Mason University researchers looking into the cost of government regulations on American business conclude that the total burden amounts to a 1.6 percent excise tax on the "typical manufacturer." Another way of framing the cost is in terms of dollars, which they say amounts to $1,700 per employee.
The researchers, W. Mark Crain and Joseph M. Johnson, concentrated their study solely on American manufaturing and used data from the year 2000, so we're almost ten years removed from their benchmark. Still, it's interesting to see that government regulations do carry a price tag, though many would argue that most regulations are virtually cost neutral and, if not, result in an overall gain for the company, the employees and the American workplace in general.
I'm not here to argue for or against government regulations in general, but I'm not of the mindset of "the more, the merrier." I think there comes a point for each business when it says, "Enough is enough," and decides to do things differently. You know, outsource, ship manufacturing overseas, lay people off to save costs, and all those nasty little things that somehow get blamed on NAFTA by certain sectors of the body politic.
Keep this in mind as the new administration and heavily Democratic Congress contemplate a wide expansion of labor law rights and protections.


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While House Churches are typically for all ages and walks of life, many larger churches also have Life Groups. These small groups are set up around age, interests, positions in life, etc. Most Life Groups are for existing members of a larger church so that their members will make friends and be more connected to the church. However, it is rarely considered an Evangelism tool to grow their churches.
Our vision for LifeGroupFinder.com is to provide an easy to search website (based on activities and interests) to connect those outside the church with existing Life Groups or to encourage Christian individuals to CREATE a Life Group.
The user will be able to search by keywords or topics. For example, if someone hearing about LifeGroupFinder.com was interested in making friends who like to hunt, they would simply type the word "Hunting" and find all the hunting life groups near them. They can also search by "Topic", like Bible Studies or Christian Workbooks. The person creating the Life Group will be able to upload pictures, videos, and interesting links on the subject of interest.


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How to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka?
The UK Education is a marvelous option for international students to illuminate their academic and career life. The UK's renowned academic excellence and prestigious universities make it the most desirable study abroad destination for international students. One of the main reasons why most of the students want to study in the UK from Sri Lanka is its flexibility and short degrees. Besides, the UK has a good reputation for its top class research system. Let's know how to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Benefits of Studying in the UK from Sri Lanka
As it mentioned before, the demand for British education is always at its peak because of the enormous benefits it gives to the international students. Due to the unmatched quality- education, world class curriculum and sophisticated teaching technique, it provides international students the best learning experience.
- Internationally accredited and recognised high-quality degree
- Top quality education
- Opportunity to work part-time on a student visa
- 2-3 years of post-study work permission after a degree
- Access to the world-class health service
- Postgraduate students can bring dependents to study in the UK from Pakistan
- Visa extension or switch opportunity
- Global connection and top-level experience
- Favorable weather conditions.
- Strong research infrastructure.
- Scholarship and financial support.
Admission Process to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka
When you apply to study in the UK as an international student, you need to follow some specific admission procedures. Let's know about the processes step by step-
- Research on the universities and the courses. You might check location, ranking and facilities offered by the Universities.
- Shortlist some universities and the courses by checking the entry requirements, fee, scholarship, CAS deposit, installment plan.
- Finalize a few options and apply directly or take help from agent to apply
- Get a conditional or unconditional offer letter.
- Pay minimum (CAS- Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) deposit
- Provide proof of funds and TB test certificate for the CAS. You may need to pass a pre-cas interview before getting the CAS
- Once CAS is issued apply for the visa
- Get the visa and plan your travel.
Entry requirements to study in the UK from Sri Lanka
The Sri Lankan students must have some required eligibility to study in the UK from Sri Lanka. The required entry requirements are as follows-
Undergraduate Courses
To study in the UK from Sri Lanka, a student will need some required qualification both in points and certain subjects. So it is better to check the entry requirements for certain subjects properly. It is better to check the course entry requirement properly while applying for it. However, Ulster University welcomes students with the following qualifications-
Sri Lankan A Levels with Grades CCC
Postgraduate Courses
Generally, for the taught program, applicants will need a degree equivalent to a UK first degree. However, most of the UK universities accepts students with a good grades in the following-
- Bachelor degree (Professional)
- (Special/Hons) Bachelor degree (General) may be considered for some courses along with a dissertation/project being completed within the degree
English language requirements to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
To meet the language requirements of the University you'll need one of the following:
- Grade C at Sri Lanka GCE A-Level.
- An IELTS or alternative English language tests accepted by the University with appropriate grades.
- Students who do not meet the English language requirements to take a course in the United Kingdom, may be required to take a pre-sessional English language course. But to take this course, a student must need a UKVI IELTS.
For IELTS-
Normally for the graduate and postgraduate courses, UKVI IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 is required. Despite that, some courses may ask for a Higher score. If you do not meet the English language requirement, the university authority may provide you with a conditional offer letter. However, for other degree programmes,
- IFP 3 terms: IELTS UKVI overall 4.5 and no less than 4.0 in any band.
- IFP 2 terms: IELTS UKVI overall 5.0 and no less than 4.5 in any band.
- International Year 1: Overall 5.5 and no less than 5.5 in any band.
- Pre-Master: Overall 5.5 and no less than 5.5 in any band.
Other English Language Requirements are-
- Cambridge Advanced English.
- PTE Academic
- Trinity College ISE.
Course Options to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
An international student will find various course options while studying in the UK. So students can choose a course according to their choice and requirements. Such as-
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
- 2 year accelerated degree.
- PhD/Research Degree
- Integrated Masters
However, if a student needs a pre-university education, he can take courses like-
- Foundation or Pathway.
- Pre-masters
- Pre-sessional English course.
University Application Documents to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Study abroad starts with making applications to the universities. This is the primary step towards your goal.
- Passport.
- All academic certificates and transcripts.
- Documents on English language proficiency.
- Reference letter
- Personal statement.
- Portfolio ( for the art and design courses)
( Documents that are not in English, must be translated by an official translator).
Visa Application Steps to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
After completing almost all the steps towards taking a British education, the final step is the visa application. While making an application, there are some steps you must follow. Such as-
- Select the right visa type.
- Start making visa applications.
- Find out the amount you need to pay for the visa application.
- Make an appointment by choosing your nearest visa application center.
- Upload all the necessary documents.
- Visit the visa application center.
- Track your application.
- Collect your passport.
Eligibility to get a student visa to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
To get a British student visa, an international student must have the following eligibility.
- Must have an unconditional offer letter from the licensed student sponsor.
- Should have English language proficiency.
- Sufficient money to support yourself and your dependents in the UK.
However, you need a Child Student Visa if you are 16 or 17 and want to enroll in a British university.
Required Visa Documents to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
A candidate must submit some mandatory documents to apply for a student visa in the UK from Sri Lanka. You will generally need these documents to get a student visa. As an example-
- An international passport or other legitimate travel documents.
- Proof of sufficient financial statement to bear the tuition fees and living costs.
- CAS ( Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) reference number.
- If you are coming to the UK for more than 6 months, you need to provide a tuberculosis test report.
- Work reference ( if your study gap is more than 3 years )
- If you've received a sponsorship for your course fees and living cost in the last 12 months, provide written consent for your application from the financial sponsor.
- ATAS clearance certificate ( if required)
- If you are below 18, provide parental consent and the proof of relationship with the guardian.
Additional documents students may need if they are-
- Non-national from the country you are applying to.
- Under 18 years of age
- You want to bring their dependents
However, if any of your documents are not in English, make them translate in English before submitting. When translated documents must be dated including the translator's name and signature with the confirmation that all are accurate documents from the original paper.
UK Visa Application Center to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
VFS Global is your partner for all the UK visa applications in the UK from Sri Lanka. In Sri Lanka, you will find the visa application center in-
- Colombo.
Priority Visa Service to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Yes, Priority visa service is available to get a British visa. As the UKVI is experiencing a huge rush due to extreme visa demands of international students, sometimes it takes much time to get a decision on a visa. In this situation, a student can apply for the Priority visa service. With the priority visa service, a student can get it within 5 working days. To get this service, a student needs to pay some extra fees.
Acceptable Gap Years to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
The United Kingdom allows students with the study gap. The authority prioritizes more on the students' qualifications than the gap years they have. Usually, 2-3 years gap is acceptable for the undergraduate degree. And for the postgraduate degree, a 5-7 years gap is quite acceptable. Besides, some of the UK universities accept a student's application with more gap years if they have the justified reason for this.
Career Opportunities for Students to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
The United Kingdom offers immense possibilities of career for the students who study in the UK from Sri Lanka. A Sri Lankan student can work part-time and full-time in the UK. Throughout the semester, a student can work 20 hours in a week. Nevertheless, during the semester break, a student can work full time. These work opportunities are a big advantage for the international students to gain industry-related experience. Furthemore, a student will get 2-3 years of PSW permission through the graduate route visa after completing a degree there.
Eligibility to get a Graduate Route Visa to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Students will need some specific eligibility requirements to apply for the Graduate Route Visa in the UK. So to achieve the eligibility,
- You must be in the United Kingdom
- You should have a general student visa.
- For a minimum period of time, you must have a Bachelor, Masters, or other qualifying degree.
You must have one of the following courses to apply for this type of visa-
- A British undergraduate degree.
- A British postgraduate degree.
- A British PhD or Doctoral degree.
If you have completed one of the following courses, you can also apply.
- a law conversion course approved by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- the Solicitors Course in Northern Ireland, the Legal Practice Course in England and Wales or a Diploma in Professional Legal Practice in Scotland
- the Bar Course in Northern Ireland or the Bar Practice Course in England and Wales.
- a foundation programme in medicine or dentistry
- a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
- a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE
Do and Don't with a Graduate Route Visa.
Getting a Graduate Route Visa is fantastic. A student can apply for a Graduate Route Visa to study in the UK from Sri Lanka. But a candidate cannot do everything with a graduate route visa. The prohibition and the permission of a graduate route visa are-
- Work in most jobs.
- Look for work.
- Be self employed.
- Staying with the dependents.
- Do voluntary work.
- Travel abroad and return to the United Kingdom
- Cannot apply for the state pension or public fund.
- Work as a professional sports person.
Can I apply for a visa without a bank statement to study in the UK from Sri Lanka?
Yes, you can apply for the visa with that loan letter if you can submit an education loan letter from a recognized financial institution confirming the education loan to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.. According to the Immigration Rules, here is the evidence of financial sponsorship or student loans for students.
- An applicant must show evidence of the student loan by providing a student loan letter from the lender relying on the student loan that must:
(a) be dated no more than 6 months before the date of application; and
(b) confirm the loan is a student loan provided to the applicant by either the relevant government or a government sponsored student loan company or an academic or educational loans scheme; and
(c) confirm there are no conditions on release of the loan funds other than a successful application to study in the Great Britain as a Student or Child Student; and
(d) mention and confirm the loan amount; and
(e) confirm the applicant is taking the loan; and
(f) confirm the funds will be:
(i) before traveling to the UK; the fund should be available to the applicant, or
(ii) before the applicant travels to the United Kingdom, paid it directly to the student sponsor with any living cost portion of the loan being made available to the applicant by the time they arrive in the UK; or
(iii) if the loan is provided by the applicant's national government, it should be available before the applicant begins their course ; and
(g) confirm the lender meets the requirement at FIN 8.3(c).
Scholarship Opportunities to Study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
There are many scholarship opportunities available for the aspiring students to study in the UK from Sri Lanka. Some international scholarships a student can apply are-
- GREAT Scholarships
- Commonwealth Scholarship
- Chevening Scholarship
- Rhodes Scholarship
- Fulbright Partnership Awards.
- Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Accommodation Facilities for Sri Lankan Students in the UK.
The United Kingdom provides all sorts of facilities for international students specially who study in the UK from Sri Lanka. Accommodation is one of them. A first year student will definitely get university arranged accommodation in the UK. So, students will get a huge relief when they first arrive in the UK. The British universities provide halls of residence and other dormitory facilities.
However, if a student wants any accommodation except the one provided by the universities, they can have many private rental options. If you are looking for private housing accommodation in the UK, AIMS Education can help you in a great way. AIMS Education has a partnership with amberstudent- a private housing agency in the UK. Contact us if you need it.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: Yes, UK universities accept a 10+2+3 education system to study in the UK from Sri Lanka for Master's programmes.
Ans: Students under 18 need parental consent to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Ans: Yes, students can work part-time during their studies in the United Kingdom. ( 20 hours per week). Besides, in the semester break, a student can work full-time in the UK. After completing graduation, a student can stay for 2-3 years in the United Kingdom.
1. Course fees for the first year and up to 9 months of living expenses.
Living expense for London-based university- {(1334*9)=12006}
Living expense for outside of London- {(1023*9)=9207}
For example, if your course fee is £14000 and you have paid £4000. To study at a London-based university, the total amount you need to show is £22006.
Ans: An international student needs the general student visa to study in the UK from Sri Lanka.
Ans: There are many English Language Tests options available to study in the UK from Sri Lanka. A student can take IELTS, PTE, Cambridge, TOEFL, and many more. Besides, a Sri Lankan student can take the Sri Lanka GCE A-Level ( Grade C) as an English language proficiency test score.
Ans: During the semester time, a student can work 20 hours per week while studying in the UK. In the semester break, a student can work full-time.
Ans: To pass the visa interview to study in the UK from Sri Lanka, a student will need to follow some instructions. Such as:
• Make a good first impression.
• Communicate Clearly.
• Be Prepared
• Speak Clearly
• Stay Positive
• Keep your answer precise and concise.
• Prove your intent to return home.
• Be honest.
Ans: The popular subjects a student can choose to study in the UK from Sri Lanka are-
• Law
• Business studies
• Education
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Biological Science
• Information Technology
• Architecture
• Human Resource
• Medicine
• Digital Marketing
Ans: For a student visa, a Sri Lankan student needs to obtain 70 points to study in the UK from Sri Lanka. These 70 points are-
• English-10
• Financial documents-10.
Ans: If your application is successful, you will get either:
A biometric residence permit- if you gave your biometric information at a visa application center.
A digital immigration status.
Ans: If your course is 6 months or less, you can arrive in the UK 1 week before. However, you can arrive in the UK 1 month before if the course duration is more than 6 months.


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You brush and floss every single day. You visit your dentist twice a year for a routine checkup and cleaning. You eat sugary sweets in moderation. But that's not all that you need to do if you want to avoid a dental emergency. Believe it or not, some of your favorite foods can end up breaking your tooth enamel and sending you straight to your emergency dentist in Covina, CA. If you want to keep your natural smile intact, watch out for these six foods that can chip teeth.
1. Nuts
Even though nuts contain valuable nutrients, their hard shells can spell disaster for your smile. Habitually cracking open the shells with your pearly whites will cause the edges of your teeth to gradually become thin and worn-down – and more prone to breaking or chipping. If you'd rather not take the time to shell nuts before eating them, buy shelled nuts instead.
2. Hard Candy
Jawbreakers, lollipops, and other hard candies are meant to be savored, not bitten into before they finish dissolving. They also bathe your mouth in sugar for extended periods of time, increasing your risk for cavities. In terms of your oral health, it's best to limit or avoid hard candies altogether.
3. Ice
While not technically a food, eating ice can all too easily cause microscopic hairline fractures in your enamel. Over time, these cracks can widen, making your teeth increasingly sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. Remember, ice is made for cooling your drinks, not for chewing. If you find it hard to resist the temptation to eat ice, try ordering your beverages without ice instead.
4. Popcorn
Whenever you buy or make popcorn, there's always the chance of some kernels remaining unpopped. Unfortunately, they can be difficult to notice until you accidentally bite down on one and chip your tooth. To reduce this risk, shake your bowl of popcorn beforehand to help the kernels settle at the bottom. Also, try to only grab a couple of pieces of popcorn at a time.
5. Jerky
Like nuts, jerky is a quick, tasty way to get protein. However, the force it takes to bite into and chew jerky can wear down tooth enamel, making it more susceptible to breakage. When eating jerky, chew slowly and carefully – it'll protect your teeth and give you more time to savor the flavor!
6. Hard Breads
Many classic side dishes and snacks include hard breads like bagels, toast, and pretzels. As delicious as they are, their hardness can potentially fracture a tooth. Dipping these breads into butter or olive oil can soften them to the point where they're not as likely to cause damage.
Maintaining a healthy smile is as much about the foods you eat as it is about brushing, flossing, and regular checkups. You can still enjoy the foods listed above; just be careful to not let them harm your smile!
About the Author
Dr. Danny Tran is a family and emergency dentist in Covina, CA who welcomes patients with emergencies, including chipped teeth. His team provides first-aid tips over the phone and can schedule an urgent appointment as soon as possible. If you're experiencing a dental emergency, contact Covina Family Dental at 626-331-0688 for the prompt care your smile needs.


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APSF Fire Safety Video Effects Positive Change in Practice, Survey Finds
August 10, 2012 | Strategic Insights for Ambulatory Care
When asked if watching the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation's (APSF) fire safety video changed how they selected patients to receive supplemental oxygen, 79.3% of anesthesia professionals who responded to an APSF survey indicated "Yes," according to an article published in the Spring-Summer 2012 APSF newsletter. The video, Prevention and Management of Operating Room Fires, which was produced in association with ECRI Institute, emphasizes the potential role of supplemental oxygen in surgical flash fires. Before viewing the video, 37.8% of respondents indicated that they would administer supplemental oxygen by open delivery if needed to maintain an acceptable arterial oxygen concentration in patients undergoing operations at risk for surgical fires. Furthermore, only 12.8% of respondents indicated they would secure the airway in such patients.


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Red's Diner on 4th Street
If you're in the mood for breakfast, Red's Diner is the place to go! Just on the shoulder of downtown this popular and trendy 4th Street Diner is sure to become one of your favorite spots.
Targeting the breakfast, brunch and lunch crowd, this bright and cheerful eatery, with exposed brick, modern art and rustic hardwood, exudes a comfortable feel. They offer all-day breakfast, with great food prepared in-house from scratch, friendly staff and "bottomless" cups of coffee.
On the traditional side of the menu, one of our favourites is the Prairie Breakfast Plate. Two eggs cooked to your liking with homemade potato cheddar perogies, Rocky's Kielbasa and sour cream, sided with Red's potatoes and toast. Now that's a meal!
Red's is also has quite a reputation for their Eggs Benedict, a best seller. With four selections to choose from we chose the 4th Street Benny, served on a toasted English muffin with spinach, artichoke, tomato and homemade hollandaise.
Hot off the griddle the Buckwheat Blueberry Pancakes are a sure winner. Three huge cakes are served with whipped butter and a side of genuine Canadian Maple Syrup. We topped ours off with a side of the field berry compote. These were possibly some of the best pancakes we've had.
With lots of great lunch choices we descended on the Reuben sandwich. Grilled marble rye is loaded with lean Montreal smoked meat, sauerkraut, then smothered with melted Swiss cheese with your choice of mustard. Normally served with Red's famous fries, but you might want to "poutine it" for a real treat.
The restaurant offers an almost timeless classic feel, serving farm fresh home made classics with a modern twist. It is a true local's favourite, and lines are running out the door for breakfast—so get there early on weekends. Try the "Nowait" app and avoid the lineup.
Menu Sampler
• Three eggs your way, bacon or breakfast sausage, Red's potatoes, your choice of toast
• Montreal smoked meat potato hash with red peppers, carmelized onions, homemade Hollandaise and two eggs
• Vegan tofu scramble, spinach, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, served with fresh fruit
• Topped with roasted almonds, pumpkin seeds and finished with a red wine vinaigrette
• Served on an English muffin with pulled pork, creamy hollandaise and BBQ drizzle
Celiac Friendly
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Say Goodbye to Messy Impressions!
Most of us are familiar with having those messy impressions taken while at the dentist. However, we live in a modern age and that means you can say goodbye to messy impressions! Learn about the latest digital dentistry that we offer to you!
What is Primescan?
Remember that gooey, messy material that you would have to bite into for dental impressions? Primescan does away with conventional impressions and instead takes digital impressions. This means more comfort for you, the patient!
How Does it Work?
When you need a night guard, clear aligners, or a dental crown for example, an impression needs to be taken at the dental office. This impression is then sent to a dental lab which fabricates the appliance or restoration.
With Primescan, we simply take a digital impression of your mouth with a special intraoral scanner. This process can be as fast as a single minute! As is described on Dentsply Sirona's website,"Complete 3D-scan models are displayed immediately…" This model can then be instantly sent to the lab, saving you time! For further time saving capabilities, you can opt to have a dental crown made in office using this amazing technology. Thus, you can have a crown made in a single visit!
Experience Primescan!
Come experience the excellent technology of Primescan at North County Dental! Find out how easy impressions can be. See you soon!


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Mrs The Fyd has mad crochet skills. If you had such ability, and you added to this profound concern for the comfort of cats, you could only hope to one day produce this:
Mrs The Fyd is oddly reluctant to publicise this ingenious accessory. If you or a beloved has been searching for the perfect cardboard box cosy, you might be able to importune the maker at http://www.cozyyarns.com/.


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Father & Son Share Same Birthday; Popular Nigerian Blogger Ukwubenda Welcomes Baby boy to the world
Mr. Anyawata Richard (Tha Ukwubenda)
Yesterday was a day of DOUBLE BLESSINGS for Mr. Anyawata Richard, prominent Nigerian blogger popular on the web as Ukwubenda; the mann behind the blog ukwubenda.com and the entertainment company Lycann records.
The bliss of his birthday was reignited as the pro blogger and darling husband welcomed a bouncing baby boy to the world, who according to him is his biggest birthday gift ever.
In his words:
"Thank you Almighty God for giving ThaUkwuBenda the biggest and awesome birthday gift ever #GiftOfLife #1ups #NewHybrid 21st August"
See photo after the cut
A very big Congrats Mr. Richard, from 9jawave Team. Gods blessings to your family


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Ali, Ahmed (1910–1994) By Singh, Amardeep
Ahmed Ali is one of the pioneers of modernism in the Indian subcontinent. Publishing his works both in Urdu and in English, and with both South Asian and Anglo-American publishing houses, his influence has been transnational in scope, but his major works are deeply rooted in an Islamicate, largely Urdu-speaking cultural milieu. In 1932, Ali collaborated with Sajjad Zaheer on a collection of Urdu short stories called Angarey (Burning Coals), considered by scholars to be the event that instantiated experimental writing on the Indian subcontinent. Angarey was subsequently banned by the British colonial government for its potential to offend Muslims. Ali continued to publish short stories in Urdu throughout the 1930s and in 1936 helped found the All India Progressive Writers Association (AIPWA). However, Ali soon distanced himself from the AIPWA, and in subsequent years he published in both English and Urdu, often translating his own Urdu short stories into English for publication in British and American magazines. In 1940, Ali published what is now considered his most influential work, Twilight in Delhi, in English and with the England-based Hogarth Press. Twilight in Delhi applies stream-of-consciousness techniques to consider the decline of an elite, Urdu-speaking culture in Delhi.


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DBS Bank's 3M customers can now choose from Bajaj Allianz Life's retail products including term, savings, retirement and investment products
MUMBAI and PUNE, India, July 20, 2022– Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, one of India's leading private life insurers, and DBS Bank India, the wholly owned subsidiary of DBS Bank Ltd., Singapore, have announced a strategic partnership to offer a wide array of life insurance solutions to the bank's 3M customers.
Through this partnership, Bajaj Allianz Life and DBS Bank aim to empower the customers to Live More and Bank Less by investing in life insurance products that best meet their life needs in a planned manner. New and existing customers across the 550+ branches of DBS Bank can now choose from Bajaj Allianz Life's retail products including term, savings, retirement, and investment products.
Mr. Tarun Chugh – MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance and Mr. Prashant Joshi – MD & Head, Consumer Banking Group, DBS Bank India, along with other officials from both the companies, signed the corporate agency agreement in Mumbai.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Tarun Chugh, MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance said, " This is a prestigious partnership and we are glad to offer powerful and value-packed products backed by new-age efficient services for the large customer base at the Bank. I'm confident that with our collective focus on customer delight the team will set higher benchmarks in the industry, while enabling many more life goals. "
Mr. Prashant Joshi – MD & Head, Consumer Banking Group, DBS Bank India said, "Our partnership with Bajaj Allianz Life will pave the way for all DBS Bank customers to enjoy comprehensive end-to-end life insurance solutions. Customers across the 550+ physical network of DBS as well as digibank users will be able to avail all the offerings by either visiting any of our branches or with just a tap on the app. This initiative is a part of our ongoing endeavor to support every customer in securing a financially sound future with us."
About Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance is one of India's leading and fastest growing private life insurers. The company is a partnership between two powerful and successful entities in their own right – Bajaj Finserv Limited, one of India's most diversified non-banking financial institution and Allianz SE, one of the world's leading asset manager and insurer.
Commencing its operations in 2001, Bajaj Allianz Life has expanded its presence across the country. It serves millions of customers through its 509 branches, 96,000+ agents (as on 31 March 2022), comprehensive set of trusted partners and its online sales channel. The Company's brand promise of Life Goals.Done. drives it to launch innovative insurance solutions, backed by a robust set of digital assets. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has constantly transformed to offer tech-enabled state-of-the-art services to enhance customer delight. The Company continues to engage with customers through several unique platforms such as Life Goals Mantras, Plankathon, and much more.
About DBS
DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with 18 markets. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named "World's Best Bank" by Euromoney, "Global Banks of the Year" by The Banker and "Best Bank in the World" by Global Finance. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named "World's Best Digital Bank" by Euromoney and the world's "Most Innovative in Digital Banking" by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the "Safest Bank in Asia" award by Global Finance for 13 consecutive years from 2009 to 2021. DBS was also ranked No. 1 on Forbes' list of the World's Best Banks in India for two consecutive years.
DBS Bank has been present in India for 28 years, opening its first office in Mumbai in 1994. DBS Bank India Limited is among the first foreign banks in India to start operating as a wholly owned, locally incorporated subsidiary of a leading global bank. DBS provides an entire range of banking services for large, medium and small enterprises and individual consumers in India. In 2016, DBS launched India's first mobile-only bank, digibank, with ~1 million savings accounts. In November 2020, Lakshmi Vilas Bank was amalgamated with DBS Bank India Limited. The bank now has a network of over 500 branches across 19 states in India.
DBS provides a full range of consumer, SME, and corporate banking services. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region's most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience.
With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. The bank acknowledges the passion, commitment, and can-do spirit of our 30,000+ staff representing over 40 nationalities. For more information, please visit www.dbs.com.


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As if it were an official Netflix trailer, today we would like to announce the latest release we have at Silicium: Living Silica Collagen Booster in capsules. An exclusive natural collagen synthesis booster that is tremendously effective.
I advise you to stay until the end of the film, as it hides certain advantages that make it one of the best supplements to take care of your health today. It is a clear candidate for the Golden Globes.
Grab your favourite healthy snack, I'm going to press play.
Today we tell you…
What are the benefits of Living Silica Collagen Booster? But… What's so special about it compared to other products? Who is Living Silica Collagen Booster suitable for? |
What are the benefits of Living Silica Collagen Booster?
The main protagonist of this formula is organic silica. An essential mineral for our health as it is able to increase endogenous collagen production.
It's not too soon to say, but thanks to it:
- It keeps joints healthy and prevents cartilage deterioration.
- It stimulates bone formation, which increases bone density and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.
- Promotes muscle and tendon recovery after intense training.
- It has an excellent anti-ageing effect by aiding cell renewal. It preserves the youthfulness of the skin, the vitality of the hair and the hardness of the nails.
- It offers well-being at various levels (cardiovascular, nervous…), increasing quality of life.
A new ingredient enters the scene
Living Silica Collagen Booster incorporates acacia gum as a novel compound.
It is a source of soluble dietary fibre. Specifically, a non-digestible polysaccharide that has prebiotic effects. In other words, it is like a "fitness" food for the bacteria in our gut. It makes them healthier.
In more scientific terms, it improves the state and composition of the gut microbiota and is associated with various beneficial properties:
- It protects against infections and digestive diseases.
- It contributes to the effectiveness of the immune response.
- It reduces the development of allergies.
Another interesting action it has is that it increases the absorption of water and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, zinc and iron.
It therefore accelerates hydration, compensates for the excessive loss of sodium in sweat during exercise and facilitates the assimilation of energy sources.
In short, it improves physical performance, making it a good supplement for sportsmen and women.
Do you want to expand the list?
It's easy.
You can use Living Silica Collagen Booster together with Silicium G5 Gel enriched with vitamin E.
By applying it to your skin 3 to 4 times a day, you can enjoy all the benefits of organic silica from the outside as well.
It is especially recommended if you do high-intensity sports. It will relieve joint and muscle discomfort.
But what's so special about it compared to other products?
Maximises collagen production
Living Silica Collagen Booster has been developed using a novel technology that has made it far more bioavailable than regular silica supplements.
This is the degree to which a nutrient can be used by our cells.
In other words, the organic silica in this formula is not only highly concentrated, but also highly assimilable.
This allows the body to absorb up to 10 times more of the mineral compared to other products such as colloidal silica or plant extracts.
What happens?
Because the absorption in the body is much higher, the synthesis of natural collagen boosts. This is much higher than what would be achieved by taking this protein in an isolated format.
The effect on health is obvious, but you can tell us about that.
It is 100% vegan and GMO-free
If you take a look at the label, you'll only see 3 components: silicic acid, acacia gum and the vegetable capsule that surrounds them. A trio of highly effective natural ingredients.
- No preservatives, sweeteners or artificial colours. Zero.
- No gluten, dairy, eggs, soya or nuts. Suitable for all diets.
- No genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
- Cruelty-free: never tested on animals
Contains high quality acacia gum
We use a very specific brand that contains at least 90% of the polysaccharide to ensure its properties.
It also has several advantages: its digestive tolerance is good (it causes less gas), it is low in calories (only 1.3 – 1.8kcal/g) and its glycemic index is almost 0, making it suitable for diabetics.
Who is Living Silica Collagen Booster suitable for?
It is recommended for all those who suffer from joint pain and who wish to prevent the signs of ageing.
It is also highly recommended as a supplement for sportsmen and women. Particularly for those who are physically demanding.
How do you take it?
It depends on your objective.
If you consume few foods with silica in your diet and want to avoid a deficiency, it is sufficient to take 2 capsules a day about 30 minutes before a meal.
If you would like to enjoy the benefits I have mentioned quickly, then go up to 4-8 capsules a day.
Finished with your healthy snack? Then it's time to take action and take care of yourself with the new Living Silica Collagen Booster. Give it a try and let us know, we'd be delighted to hear how you got on.


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Heading to the Valdeabella's house in St. Louis, Missouri, Amy is excited to surprise a sweet young girl with the bedroom makeover of her dreams! Ten-year-old and big sister Amaya needs a space that fits her playful personality and can also grow with her, and Amy has some bold ideas to make it a reality. With a few cues from Amaya, Amy mixes color, texture and classic pieces to transform this plain bedroom into a bright, welcoming space that will give Amaya "happy vibes" well into her teenage years.
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Fun-loving St. Louis natives Scott and Leah Rain get a surprise visit from Amy with an offer to makeover Scott's neglected home office … in just one day! As an architect, Scott works mostly from home, but his lackluster office definitely leaves creativity at the door. Amy is eager to give his gra...
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Artcava believes in the uniqueness, the creativity and the art of the events and offers singular experiences and customized activities.
We offer different activities to discover our wine region in 4×4, quads, electric bicycles or roundabouts. We also organize winery treasure hunting, picnics, yoga and concerts or festivals in harmony with nature and different charity events. You can also find homemade meals or enjoy a barbecue surrounded by Penedès vineyards.
Let yourself be amazed by our winery and all the possibilities it offers!
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The compact high-performance valve now enables plant engineers to build smaller and more efficient systems. And cost advantages can be achieved in pipeline construction thanks to smaller nominal diameters.
The German manufacturer calls its new series "Ultra". This designation alone conveys the extraordinary performance characteristics. Size, weight, flow rate, opening pressure, operating noise, service life? All better than what is currently available on the market.
Everything new inside
The Witt-engineers have completely redesigned the non-return valve. Inside the extremely compact design lies the secret: an improved valve system with fully optimized gas flow. This allows more flow for the same size, or in other words, the smaller size still allows the full flow. As a result, the Ultra valve is now smaller and lighter than others and much quieter. The more typical fluttering of the valve at certain flow and pressure conditions is now almost non-existent. In addition to lower noise emissions, this also means less stress on the valve and therefore longer service life. This is a clear cost advantage for the user. The response behavior is extremely good, typical for Witt, and the pressure drop is minimal due to the very low opening pressure of approx. 0.06 psi. Especially for applications in the low pressure range, the new Ultra is an ideal choice.
Clear user benefit
Especially in burner systems' design, compactness and energy efficiency are essential. Witt's new development meets these demands: small size, low weight, high flow rate, low pressure drop, quiet operation. "We offer users the best valve currently available," says Witt sales manager Andrew Smart. "This enables them to build state-of-the-art equipment and strengthen their position in the market".
There is also a clear user benefit in pipeline construction. Thanks to the ultra-low pressure drop and the high flow rate of Ultra non-return valves, smaller nominal diameter pipelines will deliver the necessary flow of very low pressure gas. The corresponding economic advantages are very significant.
The valve is flashback-arresting when burning methane up to 29 psi in air, in accordance with DIN EN ISO 5175-1 and -2. This means that the non-return valve can be used without a separate flashback arrestor. One fitting instead of two is therefore sufficient, and the pressure drop is lower. The benefits are lower costs and a more compact design.
Modular system
A modular system allows configuration according to customer requirements. Need to specify the housings to be of stainless steel, or of aluminum for ultra-light construction? Sealing materials such as FPM, EPDM or FFKM for corrosive conditions, use for acetylene or temperatures above 158 °F? With or without filter in the gas inlet? With the Ultra, everything can be combined seamlessly and precisely as specified.
The Ultra series offers the lowest possible opening pressures at around 0.058 psi at 232 psi maximum operating pressure. The valves are suitable for city and natural gas/methane, as well as LPG/propane and hydrogen. They are also suitable for non-flammable gases and compressed air. Owing to its perfected high-quality elastomer seal, the spring-loaded valve system is permanently "technically leak-tight" externally, as per the relevant standards. The non-return valves can be installed in any orientation and are available with G or NPT threads from ½" to 2½". Each unit is performance tested before shipment.
Protection by non-return valves
Non-return valves are key safety devices in gas systems, plants and pipelines. They prevent the formation of dangerous gas mixtures and other hazards by preventing unintentional reverse flow of gas. "The Ultra series is more than evolution. Compact designs are demanded by the market, and the Ultra is our answer", Andrew Smart emphasizes the importance of the WITT's latest product generation.


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The stochastic computation of electromagnetic (EM) problems is a relatively new topic, yet very important in understanding the true physics due to uncertainties associated with them. To deal with these uncertainties, the traditional Monte Carlo (MC) method can be applied. However, it requires a very large number of simulations to reach convergence, which makes it very computationally expensive. This dissertation discusses alternative stochastic methods which are more efficient than the MC method as well as their applications in EM modeling. It consists of three major parts. The first part presents the use of the generalized polynomial chaos (gPC) method for stochastic computation. In the gPC method, the stochastic solutions we are interested in are approximated by polynomial expansion in terms of input random variables, truncated at a finite order. Based on the distribution of random inputs, there is an optimal choice for a polynomial basis to achieve the fastest convergence. By taking the inner product of the testing basis, we seek to solve the Maxwell equations in a weak form. The second part focuses on applying the Stochastic Collocation (SC) method for stochastic computation. In the SC method, the stochastic solution is constructed via polynomial interpolation. One only needs a small number of repeated simulations to get accurate statistics, which makes it computationally favorable. The selection of collocation points is of greatest importance in the SC method, especially in the multi-dimensional problems, since the total simulation cost is proportional to the number of collocation points. A sparse grid (SG) technique can be used for generating collocation points much easier than the tensor product rule in the multi-dimensional problems. The third part emphasizes analyzing uncertainty problems with correlations. Most of the stochastic methods are based on the assumption that the probability space can be characterized by a set of independent random variables (RV). However, this requirement may not be met in some cases. For example, the random process is a function of spatial coordinates or RVs that are correlated in the probability space. To deal with spatial correlation, the Karhunen-Loeve expansion technique can be applied. And for correlated Gaussian RVs, a linear mapping technique can transform them into uncorrelated RVs.


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Women have tried telling men where to find it, but often to little effect since men famously Don't Listen. They could draw a map but of course Women Can't Read Maps, so presumably cannot draw them either (at least according to those dreadful cheap psychobabble self-help books out there). But there is a modern technological aid to this problem. Ladies, you all know that men love to play with gadgets – indeed this is second to playing with their favourite toy, but we shan't go into that here. So with Xmas approaching why not consider getting your man a Global Positioning System (GPS) and the GPS co-ordinates for your clit and there you go.


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St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of our friends and benefactors for their continued kindness and generosity. Seminarians offer their personal thanks and discuss the Seminary as a kind of Advent; a preparation to receive the priestly character of Christ.
Dear Friends and Benefactors,
During the days of Advent, we have carefully prepared to receive the newborn King into our hearts at Christmas. As Advent was a kind of novitiate, a real preparation for the birth of Christ, so also the Seminary is like a novitiate, a preparation with Our Lady, for the reception of the priestly character. In this Christmas newsletter, we have opened a window to look inside St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary by speaking with a few seminarians about this preparation, allowing them the opportunity to express directly their great appreciation of your goodwill towards them.
Please accept as well, my own heartfelt gratitude for your continued kindness in support of the Seminary. In return for your charity, may the Christ Child fill you with His abundant gifts at Christmas and always.
In Christo Sacerdote et Maria,
Rev. Fr. Yves le Roux, Rector
St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary
Thus the priest, as is said with good reason, is indeed 'another Christ'; for, in some way, he is himself a continuation of Christ. 'As the Father hath sent Me, I also send you,' is spoken to the priest, and hence the priest, like Christ, continues to give 'glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men of good will.'
- Pius XI, Ad Catholici Sacerdotii
What influenced you to enter the Seminary?
"The apparent joy and peace of the seminarians left a deep impression on me upon my first visits to the seminary. I desired that. And I found that I had not that peace, nor joy. And so with the help of Our Lady, and many words of advice from those elder to me, I made the decision to give God the first place in my life." Damian-2nd year, Spirituality.
"The constant pull of God influenced me to enter the seminary. Through all trials and failures of life, God has always been pulling me to be closer to Him. I don't know what event or trial has been the most influential, but I believe I was being prepared since I was young. The first time I had the idea to become a priest was when I was 8 years old, though I was not Catholic yet." Austin-3rd year, 1st Philosophy.
"Deciding to enter the seminary was helped by having daily Mass and meditation, speaking and spending time with priests, going on retreats and spiritual reading. I wanted to be in a position where God could best use me as an instrument in the sanctification and salvation of souls, the priesthood." Joseph-4th year, 2nd Philosophy.
"I have always been drawn to the Mass, the priesthood, even in the Novus Ordo as a very young boy. I have always had a very special love of serving at the altar. However, it was the Ignatian retreat preached to our senior class ...that really re-awakened my desire to celebrate the Holy Mass and work for the salvation of souls. I credit this week of grace with what is, in all probability, the greatest grace of my life up to this point." Jonathon-6th year, 2nd Theology.
"The thought of being a priest has always been a part of my memory. I can't remember ever not desiring it. My father was a seminarian, spending much of his youth in a seminary, and he filled my head with fond thoughts of the seminary and a profound respect for the priesthood from my youngest years. As I grew up, I followed a chain of graces into Tradition and I discovered the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass according to the Traditional Roman Rite." Rami-7th year, 3r Theology.
What has been helpful for you in pursuing the Priesthood?
"My visits to the seminary were extremely fruitful, especially when you have the priests there always willing and ready to answer your spiritual questions. But also upon returning home, I continued to seek the counsel of those whom I trusted, and through this, God's grace greatly worked." Damian
"Trials and especially failures. Our Lord is meek and humble of heart, and priests must be the first to imitate Him. The fastest way to humility and meekness is failure. I've learned this the hard way, but I know that it's a long road ahead. It is very hopeful." Austin
"It becomes a matter of generosity in the seminary, generosity in the giving of myself to my duty of state for whatever the day brings. Even though I may fail and have to start anew every day, so long as the generosity is there, God will manifest His will through the superiors." Joseph
"The guidance and encouragement of my spiritual directors, the priest professors, and Father Rector have been most helpful throughout my time at the seminary. I guess that I could say that the most important step for me was beginning to understand that a vocation is nothing more than a gift of oneself to Holy Mother Church for the salvation of souls. If She accepts the offering, then She "calls" that one to Her service in the liturgy of ordination. If not, then the gift of self is extremely pleasing in the sight of God and the time of spiritual growth in the seminary is absolutely priceless no matter how long one stays." Jonathon
"What solidified my desire to persevere at the seminary was the example of holy priests who were for me another Jesus Christ. Their example of sacrifice and devotion became for me the impetus I needed to give my life to the service of Our Lord in imitation of them, who are themselves imitators of Our Lord Jesus Christ." Rami
What effect has the Seminary in Virginia had on your formation?
"Its effect has been very apparent to me. The weekly meetings with your spiritual director and the classes with the professors never cease to implant wisdom and the desire for the Good for all who eagerly wait. The seminary has shown me how to "…think thoughts of peace and not of affliction." Damian
"In order to become another Christ, we must study Christ's life, and know Him intimately in order to practice all His virtues. The rule and the life in a religious house immersed in silence help immensely in the formation also, for God's will for each day is in the following of the rule. He speaks to each soul in the silence." Joseph
"The seminary teaches docility and obedience through the common life and the rule. I believe this is one of the most valuable effects of the formation." Austin
"In the Seminary, being able to live the liturgical cycle – which is nothing other than the life of Christ - year after year to the fullness by having Solemn High Masses, vespers, Holy week ceremonies etc. is the greatest formation I can receive and the best preparation for the priesthood. If Christ is not in me I cannot bring Christ to souls." Joseph
"I have had the benefit of experiencing life both in Winona and here in Virginia and I can say that the time that I have spent here in Virginia has been one of greater growth. Why that is is difficult to say, but I think that there are two things in particular that make this seminary more conducive to priestly formation. Firstly and primarily is the fact of the very structure itself. Our building is one of extreme beauty, of great dignity, one that inspires a certain pride in being a member of this house. What is more, it is intended to lead souls to prayer, in particular the cloisters, which are areas of silence, a feature that was surprisingly absent in Winona. The second factor is the surroundings. Here in Virginia, we are in the midst of incredible beauty: the Blue Ridge Mountains with the awe-inspiring sunsets which are ever new, the rolling hills, the imposing evergreen trees, the wildlife that is everywhere evident...and on and on. We are out in the middle of nowhere, where the nearest city is approximately 40 minutes away. We are alone with God as He is seen through His creation, situated on our little hill, overlooking the broad expanse of much of the county." Jonathon
"At the seminary, my faith life has found a marvelous unity in centering everything on Our Lord Jesus Christ, especially in His Sacrifice on the Cross, the Holy Mass. Now that I am learning to say Mass every day, this is one of the most important parts of my day." Rami
What would you like the Seminary benefactors to know?
"The benefactors are a great joy to the seminarians. Without them we would not be able to purchase the cassocks we wear and by which we represent the one true church of God, nor the books which further us in our solid Catholic formation … in short, we would not have the formation we have." Damian
"I would like the benefactors to know that money is great, but the prayers are the most valuable and appreciated aids. I know that a lot of past, present and future trials that would be "career-ending" for myself or other seminarians (or even priests) have been turned for the good by God due to the generous and abundant prayers of our benefactors. Please keep it up, it is working!" Austin
"You are first and foremost in our prayers every day at Holy Mass, the divine office and the rosary. Without the prayers and sacrifices you make we would not have the continuation of tradition nor the formation of the next generation of priests for the Church. The priesthood is essential to all our lives." Joseph
"Without your prayers and sacrifices, there would be no vocations for Archbishop Lefebvre has told us, "each vocation is a miracle", and miracles only happen through prayers and sacrifices. In return, your acts of charity toward the seminary will not be forgotten, whether in this life or in the next, and they will be rewarded a hundred-fold by Our Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven." Jonathon
"St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary in Virginia is an amazing place. It is truly a school of the Heart of Our Lord, where our Holy Faith is lived and taught in theory and in practice. The priests stationed here, as well as the priests who are made here, are men after God's own heart." Rami
What greeting would you like to offer your benefactors at Christmas?
"Merry Christmas and know that we never stop praying for you and making sacrifices for you." Austin
"I would like to thank you for all the sacrifices you make for us and the continuation of the priesthood of Our Lord Jesus Christ and to wish you a very happy Christmas." Joseph
"May the joy of this celestial season be for you a true foretaste of the eternal bliss of heaven, and may the Christ Child grant you His choicest blessings and favors now and in
eternity." Jonathon
"May our Lord, the expected of the nations, the delight of the blessed, and the marvel of the Angels fill your hearts with the Joy of His coming with the special grace of this Christmas: that by the light of faith, knowing the Lord Our God who became visible by His Incarnation, we may be taken up with the love of those things that are invisible." Rami


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RC 390: The little sports bike that delivers big kicks
More smiles per mile! I take my helmet off and sit by the side of the bike after a long day in the saddle. I'm sweating. My heart is racing. I'd smoke if I did. Somebody hand me a beer …
KTM BLOG has just spent the day riding the RC 390 on road and track. The size of the smile it has created all day far outweighs what a bike with a modest 375cc single cylinder engine should deliver. How did it manage that? Let's rewind to this morning…
The Duke's new clothes?
In the conference room of the Una Hotel in Modena, Italy, for the morning press briefing at the RC 390 launch, KTM PR man, Thomas Kuttruf, has just interrupted the RC's project manager, Diego Arioli, for the third time.
While Diego was detailing the technical attributes of the eagerly awaited, fully-faired machine that is encircled by the assembled cast of international journalists, Mr Kuttruf is keen to stress that the RC is a lot more than merely a 390 DUKE in full sports dress and that its a very important model in its own right. Indeed. Ever since the RC 390 was shown for the first time at the EICMA Show in November 2013, the world has been waiting for it – including me.
The introduction of the 390 DUKE – the first KTM to be sold in all of its global markets – in 2013 proved that the punchy single cylinder engine had scope for further ways to offer big riding thrills for riders of all experience, despite its relatively small capacity.
Maybe KTM could have saved themselves a whole load of work and slapped a fairing on the DUKE and some clip-ons; that still would have made a mega bike. But the RC is more. It had a dedicated design and development team and an exhaustive testing schedule that it went through to get it to the finalised machine. In short, no corners were cut in making this bike.
Power and control
Well, saying that some of the work was already done. The RC's engine is exactly that from the DUKE; the block, gearing, exhaust, cooling system – all the same. Nothing wrong with it either; 44hp and 35Nm of torque. But a sports bike needs a chassis to match its intentions and that's what KTM gave it.
Sure, the RC's orange steel tubular trellis frame looks just the same as the DUKE's orange steel tubular trellis frame, but the sports bike gets a steeper steering angle, reduced trail and shorter wheelbase. The weight bias of the bike – with and without the rider – also places more emphasis on the front end, compared with its naked counterpart, helped with the wide-set clip-ons.
The WP Suspension front and back is also altered; with 25mm reduced travel on the front matched to firmer damping and springs both ends. Despite the compact chassis, ground clearance has been increased – perfect when slamming the RC on the side of those fat tyres, mounted on familiar orange cast wheels.
A race bike on the road
But the styling alone shows us just how much effort has gone into this bike. The back of the conference room in flanked with a large board that shows Kiska design sketches of how the RC evolved – and each one starts with something that looks like a pure race machine.
Diego's eyes light up: "Every effort was made to disguise the appearance of the street legal components of the RC to make it look like a true race bike on the road." He continues, "The twin halogen headlights are recessed to be semi-hidden, the front indicators built into the mirror stems, the licence plate hanger is as slight as it can be and the patented, underslung exhaust is flush fitted into the bellypan. Perhaps the best feature is the pillion seat that looks just like a single seat race unit. Sure, we could have saved a load of work and made an optional PowerPart pillion seat cover, but this would have gone against the spirit of the bike."
The 'rivals'
But the RC 390 is facing some stiff competition and KTM identifies its opponents as Honda's CBR300R and 500R, Kawasaki's Ninja 300R and the impending Yamaha R25.
But the orange brand isn't worried, Diego tells us: "We've built a bike that is right on the limit for the A2 licence class in terms of maximum power and the power to weight ratio. Not to mention details like upside down forks, ABS as standard, a multi-function digital display and LED lights." A very compelling case indeed.
Let's ride!
Time for riding and the road ride loops from Modena up to its surrounding hills and circles past Ferrari's Maranello home. The route takes on a mixture of twisting switchbacks of descents and accents; some with smooth surfaces and ones that have been ravaged by traffic, winter and artillery fire by the looks of them. We also ride through a city and many busy towns and villages. Not the idyllic sun-lit roads all riders dream of, but a mixture of what the RC is made to tackle for the daily commute and stolen weekend back road blasts.
Passing a battered Fiat round the outside as it slowly meanders up a technical tarmac ribbon or carving between tiresome town traffic – the RC 390 proves its agility on the road on many occasions of the test route. It steers a lot faster than the DUKE, but also not so fast that you feel out of control – there's plenty of feel and stability.
On one particularly twisty section, the engine's versatility could be exploited by holding the bike in third gear; the motor pulling cleanly from low revs and singing to the redline. The engine braking meant that the brakes could be left alone with maximum concentration on getting the lines right. Like riding a scooter, only a million times more fun!
The clip-ons are comfortable and don't give the usual 'head down, bottom in the air' riding position and the bike has plenty of room to move around – perfect for taller riders. This is a comfortable sports bike and the super narrow; allowing riders to get tucked in for maximum speed. Which, of course, we never did 😉
Ready to Race
Three sessions at the tight, twisty and technical Autodromo di Modena after lunch meant that only the required nourishment was taking onboard to keep power-to-weight levels high.
On the circuit we were able to exploit the agile handling further. And further. Until the bellypan, footpegs and gear lever scraped the grippy circuit. Knee sliders didn't get much of a break and finished the sessions as hot as the tyres.
The RC 390's power is more than enough to excite, but on a dry, hot track it requires no modulation of the throttle – 0-100% in one fist full. The real fun comes from sustaining speeds in the corners and braking far later than you'd ever imagine – even when compared with a large capacity sports bike boasting another disc and caliper.
Much like it had done on the road ride, large sections of the circuit allowed the use of one gear to showcase the flexibility of the engine, allowing one thing less to think when getting to learn a circuit with tricky, tightening radius corners.
Sure, some of our fellow riders crashed because the RC's chassis gave them the confidence to push past the limit. Honestly, pick the right circuit and you'll have more fun on an RC 390 than you would a 1000cc. Best of all, tyres and fuel would last longer.
The ride back to the hotel from the circuit was no less exciting than the sessions on the track and that seems to be the RC 390's trick; create a thrilling riding experience no matter how dull the journey should be.
Photos: www.ktmimages.com, Marco Campelli, Alessio Barbanti


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We are the largest and most diverse academic unit at the SUNY New Paltz. We are home to 17 departments and interdisciplinary programs, primarily in the humanities and social sciences. In addition to undergraduate major courses of study and graduate programs, the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences currently offers 11 interdisciplinary minor curricula, often in conjunction with other schools on campus. We are also host to allied units such as the Speech-Language and Hearing Center and the Center for Middle Eastern Dialogue. Through these programs, students develop the knowledge and skills of a liberal education and acquire focused expertise in fields of major and minor study.
Our faculty's work at New Paltz reflects their passionate intellectual and professional engagement. Together with our students, in curricular and co-curricular learning experiences, we promote reasoned, compassionate dialogue. We are devoted to students' success as lifelong learners and as engaged global citizens who will collaborate with diverse partners.
The liberal arts and sciences are enduringly relevant, for they train students to address vital human questions. Even as traditional liberal arts disciplines become more porous, integrating with greater fluency insights and methods of inquiry from multiple fields of study, they retain their purpose of educating students to think critically and creatively about complex problems. Increasingly, too, the liberal arts and sciences will take advantage of new technology to respond to age-old questions and to pose new ones. The data available to us through modern technologies can be daunting; both in traditional and new media, the liberal arts and sciences must draw intelligently and ethically on these data to understand the past and present and to shape the future.
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You might at first think that Arbitron would take Monday's FCC announcement as a blow.
But the research company said it is welcoming the Federal Communications Commission's inquiry into the methodology of the Portable People Meter, calling it a good opportunity to explain the benefits of the electronic ratings system compared to the paper diary method.
"We have consistently expressed our willingness to participate in a Notice of Inquiry" in documents Arbitron has filed with the FCC after private meetings with commissioners, spokesman Thom Mocarsky said.
An NOI is not the same as a formal investigation. Parties may express their views on a variety of issues in an NOI, which is different from a closed, adversarial proceeding before an administrative law judge. A closed investigation would likely lead to "freezing" the parties into a litigation-like adversarial postures and would divert company resources away from efforts to improve PPM services, he said.
Arbitron was reacting to the news Monday that the commission plans to conduct a Notice of Inquiry into how the PPM affects stations, and especially minority-owned facilities. Minority groups such as the Hispanic Broadcasters Association and the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters say PPM undercounts minority listeners, which, in turn, has affected stations' ability to garner advertising dollars.
Acting FCC Chairman Michael Copps says agency also wants to be confident of Arbitron's methodology because it relies on the data when making decisions about station transactions, for example.
Mocarsky said, "We appreciate that Chairman Copps has commended Arbitron for trying to improve our ratings methodology and for committing significant resources to that effort. We also appreciate that Commissioner McDowell has acknowledged that Arbitron and a number of broadcasters have said that our new automated approach to ratings measurement offers significant improvements over the older, manual diary-reporting system."


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I must admit that my love for memes is a newfound addiction. It unwittingly crept up on me during the global timeout. Pre-pandemic, I was one of those old cronies who thought memes were low hanging fruit that appealed to lazy bums on the internet with nothing better to do. Well, that was until I joined the pack of internet zombies whose attention span was shorter than a kitten's.
The only thing that seemed to hold my attention was ……you guessed it, memes!
Almost overnight, I became this cool relatable internet auntie who has a meme reference for everything. I even went as far as to incorporate them in otherwise boring work emails. The kind that my team would have trashed in the guise of "I did not see it". They had no such excuse when ignoring the email meant missing out on a fire meme or worse still being left out of the joke or conversation.
These visual delights were like digital windows to our souls. They revealed so much about our inner dialogue and brought to the fore things that only existed in the shadows. Even miles and worlds apart we were the most connected and engaged we'd ever been. Not only did we grow closer but so did our output increase.
The productivity bump was all I needed to dig a little deeper into the mysterious ways of memes. Were they as effective in engaging target audiences as they were in uniting stressed-out coworkers?
The Meme Marketing Psychology.
We are starting to see this trend where people are using content and culture to communicate — it's not just words anymore. As the trend evolves and mutates, there's an opportunity for that culture to come from a brand.
In the above post, VeryUk has piggybacked on a popular cultural trend to pass a message to its consumers. They are essentially saying; we are just like you, we watch what you watch and feel what you feel. You can trust us!
The trick is to use memes that strategically stimulate emotional triggers and elicit instinctual gut reactions. When I first saw this meme, I blushed and smiled so hard I peed a little because #guilty.
The consumers end up associating these feel-good vibes with the brand and it can potentially influence how they make decisions. Research suggests that the emotional response to brand ads have more influence on purchase intent than the actual content of the ad.
To Meme Or Not To Meme?
Some memes can tell a story, start a conversation, or explain information (serious stuff, too!), and others make you laugh. Either way, you get the engagement and attention of the consumer.
That said, the meme must accurately speak to your demographic and industry. It's not a one-size-fits-all solution. The subtext of the meme should be one that's in line with the brand's story and voice. If it feels forced, consumers will see it a mile away.
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Background and Study Aims: Attempts to address the problem of injury to the pancreas by indwelling pancreatic stents are limited by our lack of knowledge of the pathogenesis of stent-induced injury and its relationship to stent morphology and the duration of stenting. The aim of our study was to evaluate pancreatic injury induced by 1 week of stenting with a 5F indwelling pancreatic stent of novel design, the "wing stent." Methods: Pancreatic stents (5F) were placed surgically in eight dogs; wing stents (WS-5F) were used in four dogs and conventional stents (CS-5F) in another four. Two dogs underwent duodenotomy without stent placement (controls). The pancreas was harvested for microscopy at 1 week. A pathologist who was unaware of the source of the specimens graded the pancreatic injury. Results: Although pancreatic injury was observed in both the CS-5F and WS-5F groups after 1 week of indwelling pancreatic stenting, it was considerably less severe in the WS-5F group compared with the CS-5F group (1.01 ± 0.10 vs. 1.63 ± 0.14, P < 0.01). All components of pancreatic injury were affected, with the most dramatic differences noted in inflammation, fibrosis, and edema. The differences were most marked in the stented segment (P < 0.001) and in the upstream segment of the pancreas (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Indwelling conventional pancreatic stents can cause significant pancreatic injury even when left in place for only 1 week. A wing design can significantly ameliorate stent-induced changes.
Original language | English (US) |
Pages (from-to) | 260-265 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Endoscopy |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2006 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gastroenterology


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By 2027, "tens of billions" of smart objects will be Internet-enabled with IP addresses, according to a new report from Research and Markets (www.researchandmarkets.com).
Expenditures on buying and installing actual Internet of Things (IoT_ networks is much more modest, contrary to heroic forecasts made by most analysts and manufacturers in the past, adds the research group. Node forecasts have now been reduced in the light of what has happened, though systems figures have been increased.
Research and Markets says it adds up to $20 billion in actual networks, including nodes in 10 years from now and rapid progress after that. See the number and dollar breakdown by application.


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Light, Laughter and Joy in 2012
Current shifts in geopolitical, economic and global climates, and wildly varying interpretations of the Mayan calendar have created a lot of speculation and concern over what will happen in 2012.
On New Year's I conducted a public Peruvian despacho ceremony, and as is usual I received guidance beforehand on the types of items that were to be included. Most notable was an insistence on a particular bunch of roses. They were a lovely creamy yellow-orange color, however they were not looking well – they were dying. Spirit insisted, so I brought them and three beautiful yellow Fiji mums (also requested) to the register. The roses looked so bedraggled the florist did not want to sell them to me. Fortunately she knows what I do, so when I explained that they were required for ceremony she gave me a steep discount and thanked me for the work that I did.
On the way home I was told why Spirit wanted those particular roses, "That which has become faded can be transformed and bloom again." So, I trimmed the stems, fed them love and Reiki and trusted that they were exactly right for the ceremony whatever their appearance might be. And lo, and behold, by the time of ceremony some of the faded and dying roses had perked up and begun to open, others were drying out, but all radiated energy.
And I was also given a message to share with the participants: There was too much fear around the coming year. We needed to let go of fear, embrace transformation with joy, and have fun during ceremony.
During the ceremony senior cat Kiya helped a great deal, inspiring us to laughter. Like Goldilocks and the Three Bears she went round the circle, trying out one lap after another to find just the right one until she decided that the best vantage point with the most opportunity was mine. And she settled in just as I was getting ready to add the animal crackers that represent All Our Relations. As I would speak the message of that particular animal Kiya's paw would shoot out and try to snatch the cracker from my hand and into her open mouth en route to its placement in the despacho. She wanted to eat them, not only because they are tasty, but also because they were highly energized. She was particularly interested in the cougar, naturally!
When the despacho was almost complete some of the roses that had revived were placed in it. With the addition of candy confetti and shiny purple "Happy New Year" paper cutouts the despacho looked very festive, and the two beautiful and large yellow Fiji mums looked like fireworks of light pouring out of it. Energetically it felt much the same, and my semi-feral cat Sand agreed. She walked through the group of people, and jumped up on a chair in order to be cleared with the despacho, something she had never done before!
And then yesterday I was guided to the discovery of an article written by Mayan Elder Carlos Barrios which affirmed in greater detail the message I had received. Here is an excerpt from What the Mayan Elders are Saying About 2012:
"The world will not end. It will be transformed."
"We are no longer in the World of the Fourth Sun, but we are not yet in the World of the Fifth Sun. This is the time in-between, the time of transition. As we pass through transition there is a colossal, global convergence of environmental destruction, social chaos, war, and ongoing Earth Changes."
He continues: "Humanity will continue, but in a different way. Material structures will change. From this we will have the opportunity to be more human. We are living in the most important era of the Mayan calendars and prophecies. All the prophecies of the world, all the traditions are converging now. There is no time for games. The spiritual ideal of this era is action."
And in the article Elder Barrios goes on to speak of the need for unity, which reminded me of the shamanic journey that Windwalker took me on in Windwalker's Message for the World.
During the journey I was told, "What has been sundered must be made whole again or all will die." And I realized that a similar message had been offered in the symbolism of the roses, that which has become faded — nay, may even seem to be dying — can bloom again through joy, love and ceremony.
Happy New Year!
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Rose De Dan, Wild Reiki and Shamanic Healing LLC, is an animal communicator, Reiki Master Teacher, shamanic energy healer, and author. Her classes, sessions and ceremonial work are inspired by wild and domestic animals who have issued a call to action for personal and global healing.
Thank you for sharing the positive message you received and that of the Mayan elders!


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The live-action remake of iconic anime Ghost in the Shell is out March 31. Today, Chromatics' Johnny Jewel has released "The Hacker," one of three songs he's contributed to an album of music inspired by the movie. Whether or not the movie will be any worthwhile in the wake of the white-washing casting controversy is up for debate, but this song is good and ominous as hell. You can listen to it below, and find the tracklist, which includes music from Gary Numan, DJ Shadow, Boys Noize, and more.
Music Inspired By The Motion Picture Ghost In The Shell:
01 Kenji Kawai– "Utai IV Reawakening" (Steve Aoki remix)
02 Johnny Jewel – "The Hacker"
03 Boys Noize – "Cathryn's Peak"
04 DJ Shadow ft. Nils Frahm – "Scars"
05 Above & Beyond – "Surge"
06 IO Echo – "Aokigahara Forest" (Album Only)
07 Tricky – "Escape"
08 Ki: Theory – "Enjoy The Silence" (Album Only)
09 Johnny Jewel – "Free Fall"
10 Gary Numan – "Bed Of Thorns"
11 Johnny Jewel – "The Key"
12 Kenji Kawai– "Utai IV Reawakening"