After the disbelief of the horrific injury suffered by Aaron Ramsey, there is even more defiance and determination within the Arsenal camp.
A siege mentality and a collective aim of winning the Premier League for the young Welshman is now obvious.
As Ramsey recovers from the broken leg, sustained in last week's Premier League win over Stoke City, Arsenal take on Burnley at the Emirates Stadium, seeking the victory that will put them level on points with their London rivals Chelsea.
Arsene Wenger, the Arsenal manager, is convinced his side have the mentality to deal with the situation better than two years ago when a similar injury to Eduardo, their Brazilian striker, saw them falter in the latter part of the season.
The Frenchman said: "The team are much more united and their resolve is stronger.
"I find it remarkable that the players have dealt fantastically with these situations and always responded very well.
"They kept bouncing back, fighting and sticking together and that's why we are where we are."
Wenger is also confident Ramsey "will come back to the level we have seen and I'm even more confident he will get better".
But while he has lost one of his brightest talents, he will be hoping another can stay fit and flourish for the rest of the season.
Injury problems have meant Theo Walcott has started only seven games all season.
To be without the England player for so long has frustrated Wenger. The feeling is been shared by Walcott, too.
With the World Cup on the horizon and debate as to whether he deserves a place in Fabio Capello's England squad, this is a crucial period for him.
"It's all about the present," said Walcott. "Hopefully I can play consistently for Arsenal, stay fit - that's the most important thing - and have a good end of the season."
With Arsenal in this mood, it seems very unlikely to see relegation-threatened Burnley adding to their only point away from home this season.
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Tips for newlyweds to better manage finances
All couples are unique and have to create a financial blueprint that is most suitable for their relationship, says Vijay Valecha, chief investment officer at Century Financial. He offers his top five tips for couples to better manage their finances.
Discuss your assets and debts: When married, it’s important to understand each other’s personal financial situation. It’s necessary to know upfront what each party brings to the table, as debts and assets affect spending habits and joint loan qualifications. Discussing all aspects of their finances as a couple prevents anyone from being blindsided later.
Decide on the financial/saving goals: Spouses should independently list their top goals and share their lists with one another to shape a joint plan. Writing down clear goals will help them determine how much to save each month, how much to put aside for short-term goals, and how they will reach their long-term financial goals.
Set a budget: A budget can keep the couple be mindful of their income and expenses. With a monthly budget, couples will know exactly how much they can spend in a category each month, how much they have to work with and what spending areas need to be evaluated.
Decide who manages what: When it comes to handling finances, it’s a good idea to decide who manages what. For example, one person might take on the day-to-day bills, while the other tackles long-term investments and retirement plans.
Money date nights: Talking about money should be a healthy, ongoing conversation and couples should not wait for something to go wrong. They should set time aside every month to talk about future financial decisions and see the progress they’ve made together towards accomplishing their goals.
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Top New Zealand cop on policing the virtual world
New Zealand police began closer scrutiny of social media and online communities after the attacks on two mosques in March, the country's top officer said.
The killing of 51 people in Christchurch and wounding of more than 40 others shocked the world. Brenton Tarrant, a suspected white supremacist, was accused of the killings. His trial is ongoing and he denies the charges.
Mike Bush, commissioner of New Zealand Police, said officers looked closely at how they monitored social media in the wake of the tragedy to see if lessons could be learned.
“We decided that it was fit for purpose but we need to deepen it in terms of community relationships, extending them not only with the traditional community but the virtual one as well," he told The National.
"We want to get ahead of attacks like we suffered in New Zealand so we have to challenge ourselves to be better."
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Director Ashutosh Gowariker
Produced Ashutosh Gowariker, Rohit Shelatkar, Reliance Entertainment
Cast Arjun Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Kriti Sanon, Mohnish Behl, Padmini Kolhapure, Zeenat Aman
Rating 3 /5 stars
TO CATCH A KILLER
Director: Damian Szifron
Stars: Shailene Woodley, Ben Mendelsohn, Ralph Ineson
Rating: 2/5
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Artist: Khaled
Label: Believe
Rating: 4/5