Am J Hosp Pharm. 1982 Nov;39(11):1916-9.
Factors affecting medication-order processing time.
The factors affecting medication-order processing time at one hospital were studied. The order processing time was determined by directly observing the time to process randomly selected new drug orders on all three work shifts during two one-week periods. An order could list more than one drug for an individual patient. The observer recorded the nature, location, and cost of the drugs ordered, as well as the time to process the order. The time and type of interruptions also were noted. The time to process a drug order was classified as six dependent variables: (1) total time, (2) work time, (3) check time, (4) waiting time I--time from arrival on the dumbwaiter until work was initiated, (5) waiting time II--time between completion of the work and initiation of checking, and (6) waiting time III--time after the check was completed until the order left on the dumbwaiter. The significant predictors of each of the six dependent variables were determined using stepwise multiple regression. The total time to process a prescription order was 58.33 +/- 48.72 minutes; the urgency status of the order was the only significant determinant of total time. Urgency status also significantly predicted the three waiting-time variables. Interruptions and the number of drugs on the order were significant determinants of work time and check time. Each telephone interruption increased the work time by 1.72 minutes. While the results of this study cannot be generalized to other institutions, pharmacy managers can use the method of determining factors that affect medication-order processing time to identify problem areas in their institutions.


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May 4, 2018 By Olivier Melnick Leave a Comment
Christ at the Checkpoint: Is the Virus Spreading?
Every two years since 2010, a conference takes place at Bethlehem Bible College (BBC) in the Middle East. That conference is known as Christ at the Checkpoint (CaTC) and focuses on Middle East issues between Israelis and Palestinians, seen from a Christian perspective. It is a conference centered around biblical reconciliation and justice…or so it claims! The organizers of CaTC write that they are " a community of evangelical Christians who believe that following Jesus with integrity means that our lives are formed by our love for God, the teaching of the Bible and a fearless life of discipleship in the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. We believe that one of the first hallmarks of discipleship is love for both our own community and for our enemies. We wish to find Jesus at the center of everything we do and to make his life our life. Which means finding courageous love for Palestinian Arabs and Israeli Jews alike." Even the CaTC Manifesto claims that the Conference and its speakers hold to biblical principles that are critical to the solving of the Arab/Israel conflict. This year, it will take place again in Bethlehem May 28- June 1.
The very first article of their manifesto says " The Kingdom of God has come. Evangelicals must reclaim the prophetic role in bringing peace, justice and reconciliation in Palestine and Israel." While I would agree on various aspects of the Manifesto, I also have some serious concerns about other parts. "The Kingdom of God has come" assumes that we all agree about a theology known as "Kingdom Now Theology." Kingdom Now Theology claims, among other things, that Yeshua's Kingdom was inaugurated at His First Coming, while Scripture states that He will reign as Messianic King on the throne of David from Jerusalem in the yet-to-come Millennial Messianic Kingdom (Psalm 72:8, 11, 17; Isaiah 9:7, 11:6-11; Jeremiah 23:6, Zechariah 3:10.)
Furthermore, in article 5, we read "Any exclusive claim to the land of the Bible in the name of God is not in line with the teaching of Scripture." I would have to disagree with that statement as well, since the Land of Israel belongs to God Himself (Leviticus 25:23), but He chose to make a covenant with Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3, 15:12-18, 17:7-8, 24:7), reconfirmed through Isaac (Genesis 26:1-3) and then Jacob (Genesis 35:9-12), that would include that piece of land as an eternal AND unconditional part of that covenant. Additionally, God's gifts are irrevocable (Romans 11:29) AND while many other promises were made by God to Ishmael, the land promise was never one of them (Genesis 17:18-21).
For the honest person who respects the Word of God, the veneer of reconciliation and fight against injustice isn't very hard to peel. Once that is done, it is easy to see that Christ at the Checkpoint is indeed interested in reconciliation, as long as by it they mean Israel's unilateral apology for its "crimes" against Palestinians along with Israel relinquishing the "occupied" land of Palestine and further submitting to the regional demands by its Arab neighbors. As a one-way street, this has nothing to do with true reconciliation. A definition for reconciliation goes as follows:" The act of causing two people or groups to become friendly again after an argument or disagreement." or "The process of finding a way to make two different ideas, facts, etc., exist or be true at the same time." Reconciliation should be the act of getting two people or people groups–the Jewish people and the Palestinians–to agree through dialogue and compromise, as they find spiritual common ground in Yeshua and His salvific message. It must include mutual forgiveness, a mutual acceptance, and a shared desire to press on towards a common goal.
When one reviews the list of speakers for CaTC 2018 in Bethlehem, it doesn't take long to find people who have for a while now, promoted a one-sided solution to the Arab/Israeli conflict. I am never interested in character assassination, so I would instead encourage my readers to visit the speaker's page for CaTC 2018 and check out what these people have to say by cross-referencing previous messages that can be found on the Internet.
In the name of dialogue, CaTC had occasionally invited speakers that are from the Messianic Jewish perspective. This year, Dr. Michael Brown is such a guest. Dr. Brown is a biblical scholar with much integrity. There is no doubt that he can speak up and defend a biblical view of Israel and the Middle East. My doubts lie elsewhere though. I fear that Dr. Brown might have been invited to falsely validate a sense of fairness and authentic dialogue at CaTC. By his very participation, as needed and fruitful as it might be, he brings instant cred. Is it possible that the main reason why he was allowed as a speaker was to give the false impression of true dialogue towards reconciliation? When I see the rest of the speakers, I wonder! Dr. Brown needs our prayers as he will be like a gladiator singlehandedly fighting in a very antagonistic arena.
There should be another concern for genuine Evangelicals in search of real reconciliation in the Middle East. CaTC has expanded their tentacles outside of Bethlehem to have their first International Conference in Oklahoma City. Christ at the Checkpoint USA will be on October 15-18, 2018. Several of the Bethlehem speakers will attend, as well as many others. They claim that "The theme of CATCUSA is "Holy Land Realities and Our Response," and it is the hope of the organizers to hear from our Palestinian and Messianic brothers and sisters about their daily experiences, and how the church worldwide can engage with them in a way that is helpful and productive."
It has been very difficult to change the minds of CaTC speakers and organizers over the years. Is it worth attending such a conference and try to dissuade people from being so one-sided? I suppose there could be value in that, but I think that sticking to God's view of Israel, Jewish people, the Nations, sin and atonement is more valuable. We are better off equipping those who are on the fence with a properly balanced biblical truth. Christ at the Checkpoint might possibly hope to find a solution to the crisis, but they keep inviting speakers, several of which I would consider being antisemitic. The CaTC virus seems to be spreading. Are American Evangelicals properly inoculated to resist it? I am not convinced!
Filed Under: Antisemitism, BDS, Bible, Christianity, End-Times, Featured-Post-2, God, Islam, Israel, Jewish, Middle East, Muslims, Palestinians, Political Correctness, Zionism Tagged With: CaTC, Christ at the Checkpoint
Antisemitism in 2016: A Year in Review (Part I)
Another year just went by and unfortunately, the world is getting further and further from being a safer place. Global terrorism has gotten so deeply rooted into our daily routines that fewer people notice the frequency and intensity of the attacks. Not a week goes by without some sort of terrorist attack taking place somewhere in the world. While they are not ALL targeted at Israel and/or the global Jewish community, many are. Any student of current world events would easily notice that there is connection and progression from hatred of the Jewish people to hatred of the West and Judeo-Christian values. For a while now, Jewish people have been the "canaries in the coal mine of civilization." 2017 will be a very interesting transitional year in many ways. We can certainly learn from some of the key events of 2016. It could be remembered as the year when the world tried to erase Israel from history. Here is my summary of antisemitism through the year 2016:
January 2016: John Kerry Excludes Jewish Victims from Paris Attack Anniversary!
On January 7, 2016, The U.S. Department of State issued a statement in which Secretary of State John Kerry wanted to recognize the victims of the Paris attacks of January 7, 8, 9, 2015: "On the one-year anniversary of the January 7-9, 2015, attacks that took the lives of 17 people, we honor the victims of this tragedy and share the sadness of their loss. Their legacy endures as a challenge and inspiration to all of us. Charlie Hebdo continues to publish, and journalists around the world continue in their essential mission to tell the stories that people everywhere need to hear…. Just as we tackle today's most daunting challenges side by side, the United States and France will always stand together." There was no mention of the police officer or the four Jewish victims. The whole tragedy was bundled under the Charlie Hebdo massacre.
For John Kerry not to mention the Jewish victim was a diplomatic faux pas at best and antisemitism by omission at worst. It would have been easy to say "12 members of the Charlie Hebdo staff, one police officer in the line of duty and four Jewish people shopping in a kosher Market." By generalizing his statement, he ignored the French Jewish victims and offended them. I wonder…. was there any other group he cared not to offend by leaving the Jews out of his statement?
February 2016: Is Germany Heading for the 1930's Again?
There is no real consensus within Greater Europe as to how to handle the flow of migrants. Some Balkan countries like Macedonia, Serbia, Croatia and Slovenia are now closing their borders. Hungary closed its southern border and even sent armored vehicles to protect it. Sweden on the other hand, like many European countries has had an "open borders" policy allowing for a heavy flow of mostly unchecked refugees. Of course, Germany has been the dream come true for hundreds of thousands of "migrants." This dream come true is now a real nightmare for Europe in general and Germany in particular. Countries like Sweden and Germany are in big trouble, and the kind of trouble they have allowed and continue to allow cannot be contained within their respective borders, at least not under the current conditions. So they are now controlling their borders and possibly closing them. Well, it's about time, but could it already be too late?
Is Germany subconsciously suffering from Post-holocaust guilt? It took decades for the German people to get over the Nazi Holocaust. Today, Germany has strong laws against hate crimes and anti-Semitism, even if they might not all be enforced. Obviously, the last thing that Germany would want to be accused of is a repeat of its treatment of human beings during WWII. Thus the pendulum swings opposite side the Nazi ideology. Good for them, but be careful because there is bad in both extremes! Germany has been trying so hard to distance itself from the 1930s that it is blinded by a crisis that could put them right back there!
March 2016: Mourning for Brussels or Bashing Israel?
On March 22, 2016 the world witnessed the deadliest terrorist attack on Belgian soil. The concerted bombings at the Brussels Airport and the Maalbeek Metro station claimed the lives of over 30 people and injured over 300. In the midst of a tragedy like this, people–Religious or not, Belgians or not– seem to cling together in a sobering demonstration of solidarity.
Apparently, this is true for all people except those who are pro-Palestinian. In a despicable display of hatred, we have seen several people come to vigils and either tear or remove Israeli flags to only cover them with a Palestinian flag. What in the world does this have to do with the Islamic State attacking Belgium? Absolutely nothing! At a time when the world mourns the innocent victims of yet another terrorist attack, pro-Palestinian people cannot even stomach the mere sight of and Israeli flag at a peace vigil for the Brussels victims. In some cases, they will even go as far as burning the flag and chanting anti-Israel slogans.
What is even more disturbing is the fact that these acts don't seem to phase anyone in the media. A woman in a Hijab and wearing a Palestinian scarf is seen tearing an Israeli flag apart and then covering the remains with the Palestinian flag as people all around her watch in silence. Apparently, Israel bashing now supersedes any international display of unity in honor of terror victims.
April 2016: I am still looking for Palestinian relief workers!
On Monday April 18, 2016, a bus exploded in south Jerusalem, making it the first major explosion of that type since the Second Intifada. Twenty-one people were injured in the process. This newest act of terrorism was welcomed with cheers from many Palestinians on the streets. Of course, you would be hard pressed to find any denouncing of the Palestinian jubilation from the United Nations. Imagine for a moment that Israel would be the one celebrating the death of Palestinians. The Palestinian authority would cry to the world and the media would feed on that opportunity for days if not weeks, finding enough evidence to validate their hatred of the Jewish state.
Around the same time, the world was shaken by a serious earthquake claiming over 410 lives in Ecuador and injuring over 2,500 people. Additionally, Japan was also hit by a 7.3 earthquake just a few days prior to Ecuador. Forty-four people died and over a thousand were injured, not to mention the tremendous tolls on both economies and the tens of thousands of people left without homes and/or basic resources. Once again, Israel sent help to both Japan and Ecuador almost immediately. Where was the Palestinian team in Ecuador, Japan, Haiti or any other area of the world where humanitarian aid was needed? Nowhere! I don't expect Palestinians to go out of their way to help Israeli in a crisis situation (although it is always possible), but I expect Palestinians of good will to reach out to the world community and give a helping hand. Where were they?
May 2016: UNESCO and Israel: Factual Truth or Fatal Lies?
Most people have forgotten or didn't even know that in October 2011, UNESCO recognized Palestine as their 195th member country. Back then, I warned that this would only open the door to more damage done against Israel and the Jewish people. There is no Palestinian culture, history, language, customs or even foods. All of the above are Arab, not Palestinian. An agency founded on peace and justice for all is endorsing terrorism and violence and is in the process of rewriting history. But this shouldn't come as much of a surprise when we see that since 1978, UNESCO has selected November 29th as "International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People", and, in what I see as another by-product of UNESCO's historical revisionism of the last 40 years, they declared on April 15, 2016 that the Temple Mount, the holiest of Jewish sites had no Jewish connection.
These moves not only delegitimize Israel and the Jewish people, but hey also embolden her enemies. All this is being done with absolutely no historical foundation, simply in an attempt to weaken Israel. If factual truth mattered, UNESCO would obviously admit that the Temple Mount existed centuries before Islam was even born in 610 CE. Archeological and historical evidence are here to prove it and it should be exactly what the United Nation Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization uses to determine the legitimacy of historical sites.
June 2016: BDS and the Great Evangelical Divide!
There are plenty of Evangelical denominations loving Israel such as the Southern Baptist Convention, the Calvary Chapel movement, the Assemblies of God and others. But, Israel has also been treated as a pariah by several mainline Evangelical groups for years. The Presbyterian Church USA (PC-USA) voted to divest from Motorola, HP and Caterpillar at their last General Assembly in 2014.
Another denomination that isn't necessarily known for its support of Israel is the United Methodist Church (UM). Possibly the largest mainline Protestant denomination, the UM have been struggling with their support for Israel in an age of social justice and political correctness. They already turned down two divestment proposals in 2012. Like the PC(USA) members, United Methodists are far from unanimous on their support for Israel. Many would rather see BDS being enforced. Yet, they recently suffered a major setback when all four proposed BDS resolutions were turned down at their May 2016 General Conference.
It is clear that the BDS movement, while still a force to be reckoned with, isn't equally embraced across the whole spectrum of all Christian denominations. We must also seek biblical/factual truth about the Middle East crisis, something that conferences like Christ at the Checkpoint and documents such as Kairos-Palestine are not interested in. I am also convinced that in due time all BDS proponents will suffer the curse of Genesis 12:3.
For Part II, go here.
Filed Under: Antisemitism, BDS, Bible, Christianity, Eschatology, European Union, Featured-Post-1, Holocaust, ISIS, Islamo-Fascism, Israel, Jewish, Middle East, Muslims, Palestinians, Political Correctness, Sharia, Terrorism, United Nations, United States, Yeshua Tagged With: Christ at the Checkpoint, EU, Europe, Migrants, UNESCO
March 12, 2016 By Olivier Melnick 3 Comments
Christ at the Checkpoint or Crisis at the Checkpoint?
I recently reviewed the current Christ at the Checkpoint (CatC) Manifesto point by point from a biblical perspective. As a result, I found myself either agreeing, disagreeing or a bit of both. The whole breakdown was part of a pre-conference review I did. One apparent core value of the CatC Manifesto–rightfully so– is reconciliation:
1. The Kingdom of God has come. Evangelicals must reclaim the prophetic role in bringing peace, justice and reconciliation in Palestine and Israel.
2. Reconciliation recognizes God's image in one another.
On one hand, I do not agree on the point that the Kingdom of God has come (Kingdom Now Theology claims among other things, that Yeshua's Kingdom was inaugurated at His first coming while Scripture states that He will reign as Messianic King on the throne of David from Jerusalem in a yet to come Millennial Messianic Kingdom as validated by Psalm 72:8, 11, 17; Isaiah 9:7, 11:6-11; Jeremiah 23:6, and Zechariah 3:10 among other Scriptures). But on the other hand, as a believer in Yeshua, I see the great need for peace, justice and reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians. Furthermore, as proposed in Article 2 of their Manifesto, I agree that we are created in God's image and should look at each other from that perspective only (God created man and woman in His image, regardless of ethnicity as seen in Genesis 1:27; 5:1; 9:6; 1 Corinthians 11:7; and Ephesians 4:24.)
Reconciliation is indeed critical, as long as real reconciliation is sought.Biblical or not, proper reconciliation requires:
1. Identify the issue
2. Identify the protagonists
3. Recognize the need to reconcile
4. Recognize shortcomings
5. Seek forgiveness and unity
These five steps can be used in any context, but when it involves believers, it must be on the firm foundation of God's word, based on a consistent and literal approach to the Bible. Anything less brings man's opinion into the equation and reveals our inability to be unbiased and just. In the context of CatC 2016, it was hardly the case. the scale was tipped in favor of the Palestinian and Palestine from the word go!
It is obvious to Israelis and Arabs, as well as the rest of the world that there is a crisis/conflict in the Middle East. The issue has been identified as a disputed piece of land the size of the state of New Jersey. Some will claim that this sliver of real estate belongs to the Jewish people based on a covenant that God made with them through Abraham, going back to Genesis 12 and further ratified through Isaac and Jacob in Genesis 12:1-3, 7; 13:15;17:7-8, 19; 25:5-6; 26:3; 28:3-4 and 35:9-15. Others will argue that the land belonged to the Palestinians and was stolen, colonized and now suffers from an apartheid policy by Israel. Identifying the issue could be done by saying that opinions differ on whom the land belongs to.
The protagonists–for lack of a better word– are the Arabs and the Jews. The fact that Arabs in the region are now called Palestinians only exacerbates the issue. Before 1967, the word "Palestinian" simply described inhabitants of Eretz Yisrael also known back then as Palestine. It was then inhabited by Palestinian Arabs and Palestinian Jews. So technically, anytime Israelis and Palestinians are described as the two main protagonists, it is a misnomer and it results in setting-up a false premise. It would then be proper to describe the protagonists in the context of an "Arab/Israeli" conflict.
All sides speak of the obvious need to reconcile and bring peace to the region. CatC claims that the model for that reconciliation is Yeshua and His Gospels, yet the vast majority of the conference is spent describing Israel as the occupier and the enemy. There were so many instances where Israel was called the enemy during CatC, yet no mention was made of Palestinian terrorism, stabbings or any other feats of Islamic terror. They actually even invited a Muslim scholar who is linked to Hamas. CatC's definition of reconciliation doesn't seem to include the recognitions of both sides' shortcomings and really seems to emphasize Israel need to apologize and stop the invasion of "Palestine."
On a lighter note, I found it very telling that in the name of reconciliation, the only symbol hanging next to the speakers podium was a Palestinian Kaffiyeh (head covering made popular by Yassir Arafat). It would have gone a long way to hang it next to a tallit (Jewish prayer shawl) as a symbolic picture of reconciliation. Additionally, the worship sessions included songs in English and Arabic. It would have also shown good intentions if they had included some of the lyrics in Hebrew. Even the CatC website only exists in English and Arabic.
To an extent, I can understand that people living in the Middle East and having been brought up in a culture that is vastly antisemitic could have a hard time accepting Israel right to exist and right to the land. I don't share their views but I understand that they can have them. What baffles me is the involvement of evangelical Christians–once supporters of Israel– such as Fuller Seminary Mark Labberton or "Bible Answer Man" Hank Haneggraff. Mr Haneggraff's presentation was a disgrace. His unbiblical approach to the issue at hand and his vitriolic description of Zionism and Christian Zionism was borderline antisemitic and certainly in line with the conference's philosophy. I have yet to find anything in Mr. Haneggraff's message that would encourage anybody towards proper reconciliation. He was joined by a plethora of speakers from all theological perspectives with only one common goal: the demonization of Israel. It was Christian Palestinianism at its scariest best!
For the honest viewer who respects the Word of God, the veneer of reconciliation and fight against extremism wasn't very hard to peel. Once that done, it was easy to see that Christ at the Checkpoint is indeed interested in reconciliation, as long as by it they mean Israel's unilateral apology for its "crimes" against Palestinians, Israel relinquishing the "occupied" land of Palestine and further submitting to the regional demands by its Arabs neighbors. As a one way street, this has nothing of a true reconciliation. So at the end of the day, Christ at the Checkpoint was really more of a "Crisis at the Checkpoint." Evangelicals should have nothing to do with such a farce!
Filed Under: Antisemitism, God, Israel, Jewish, Middle East, Palestinians, Political Correctness, Yeshua, Zionism Tagged With: antisemitism, Bethlehem Bible College, CaTC, Christ at the Checkpoint, Hank Haneggraff, Israel, Palestinians, Reconciliation
February 29, 2016 By Olivier Melnick 4 Comments
Christ at the Checkpoint 4: How far is too far?
On March 7-10, 2016, the fourth "Christ at the Checkpoint (CatC) Conference will take place in Bethlehem. The 2016 theme will be, "THE GOSPEL IN THE FACE OF RELIGIOUS EXTREMISM." From their own website, they give the world their mission that is: " The mission of "Christ at the Checkpoint" is to challenge Evangelicals to take responsibility to help resolve the conflicts in Israel/Palestine by engaging with the teaching of Jesus on the Kingdom of God."
This sounds really commendable at a time when the whole Middle East seems to be sitting on a powder keg with a very short fuse. Biblically speaking, anything done in the name of Yeshua and following His teaching should lead to peace and turning the other cheek. Furthermore, the leadership of CatC claims that, "The conference will bring Palestinian and international Evangelical leaders, to study and explore the rise of religious extremism within Christianity, Judaism, and Islam and how this impacts the Israel/Palestine conflict. We will also explore what the Bible has to say about religious extremism in any form. Together, we will seek a Biblical response to religious extremism, and find ways that provide an alternative through living out the kingdom of God. "
Their mission appears to deal with any form of extremism within Christianity, Judaism and Islam. In and of itself, this year's conference seems balanced and very informative, but the problem is that CatC conferences build every two years on the work accomplished by the previous conference(s), and as such, CatC has gained a reputation that increasingly lacks ethical stability. The first three conferences were all advertised under the banner of "reconciliation" but at the end of the day, each one resembled more a witch hunt against Israel than a dialogue to find a healthy compromise. Unfortunately, many evangelicals are blinded by Palestinian victimhood rhetoric.
Much could be gleaned from the CatC Manifesto, for which I wrote a review in 2012. Back then I recognized that it included some truths, half-truths and lies, all mixed. So I looked at each of the 12 articles carefully. It is well worth reviewing again.
DISAGREED: Kingdom Now Theology claims among other things, that Yeshua's Kingdom was inaugurated at His first coming while Scripture states that He will reign as Messianic King on the throne of David from Jerusalem in a yet to come Millennial Messianic Kingdom (Psalm 72:8, 11, 17; Isaiah 9:7, 11:6-11; Jeremiah 23:6, Zechariah 3:10).
AGREED: God created man and woman in His image, regardless of ethnicity. (Genesis 1:27; 5:1; 9:6; 1 Corinthians 11:7; Ephesians 4:24). Although inviting blatant anti-Israel speaker like Stephen Sizer defeated that purpose.
3. Racial ethnicity alone does not guarantee the benefits of the Abrahamic Covenant.
DISAGREED: The benefits of the Abrahamic Covenant are multi-faceted. They include God's promises to both the Jewish people and the nations (non-Jews) through Abraham, yet the physical land is ONLY promised to the Jewish people, ethnic descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Genesis 12:1-3, 7; 13:15;17:7-8, 19; 25:5-6; 26:3; 28:3-4; 35:9-15.)
4. The Church in the land of the Holy One, has born witness to Christ since the days of Pentecost. It must be empowered to continue to be light and salt in the region, if there is to be hope in the midst of conflict.
AGREED: Yeshua's last command to His disciples was to make disciples of ALL NATIONS (Matthew 28:18-20; Luke 24:47)
5. Any exclusive claim to land of the Bible in the name of God is not in line with the teaching of Scripture.
DISAGREED: The land of Israel belongs to God Himself (Leviticus 25:23). He chose to make a covenant with Abraham that would include that piece of land as an eternal AND unconditional part of that covenant. Additionally, God's gifts are irrevocable (Romans 11:29).
6. All forms of violence must be refuted unequivocally.
AGREED: Yeshua always taught peace between His followers and unbelievers as much as possible, making Christianity a most unique faith were disciples of Messiah must EVEN love their enemies (Matthew 5:39-48; Luke 6:27-35, Romans 12:17-21.) The participation of a Hamas sympathizer at the 2016 conference is directly opposed to the statement made in article 6.
7. Palestinian Christians must not lose the capacity to self-criticism if they wish to remain prophetic.
AGREED: In any conflict, ALL parties must be willing to recognize fault and prepared to adjust accordingly. (Proverbs 18:12; Ephesians 4:2; Philippians 2:3; Colossians 3:1-17.)
8. There are real injustices taking place in the Palestinian territories and the suffering of the Palestinian people can no longer be ignored. Any solution must respect the equity and rights of Israel and Palestinian communities.
PARTIALLY AGREED AND DISAGREED: While mutual respect of human beings as being made in God's image is at the core of peace and reconciliation, what is meant by "injustices in the Palestinian territories" remains to be defined. (Genesis 1:27; 5:1; 9:6; 1 Corinthians 11:7; Ephesians 4:24.) The further we advance in history, the more accepted the Palestinian narrative becomes. Unfortunately, it is not founded on historical facts but purely fabricated. Please don't take my word for it, take the time to study the facts!
9. For Palestinian Christians, the occupation is the core issue of the conflict.
PARTIALLY AGREED AND DISAGREED: While nobody enjoys living in a land that they feel is theirs and yet is occupied by a foreign people group, it remains to be proven biblically that Jewish people are the occupiers. All previous Scriptures cited about the land lead to an opposite view (See verses under points 3 and 5).
10. Any challenge of the injustices taking place in the Holy Land must be done in Christian love. Criticism of Israel and the occupation cannot be confused with anti-Semitism and the delegitimization of the State of Israel.
AGREED: While it is possible to disagree with Israeli policies, much of what has been labeled as anti-Israelism or even anti-Zionism has really been antisemitism in disguise. Genuine Christian love is at the core of any reconciliation and is irrespective of color or race. (2 Corinthians 5:14; Ephesians 3:19; Colossians 3:14). CatC continues to invite a plethora of speakers who are very good at pointing the finger at Israel "the occupier" and "apartheid state", but rarely do they speak of radical Islam, terrorism and/or antisemitism.
11. Respectful dialogue between Palestinian and Messianic believers must continue. Though we may disagree on secondary matters of theology, the Gospel of Jesus and his ethical teaching take precedence.
PARTIALLY AGREED AND DISAGREED: Respectful dialogue means that both sides must be heard and both sides must listen. Agreeing on the Gospel of Yeshua doesn't negate God's covenants with the Jewish people (Romans 1:16; 9-11.) Even the recent "Larnaca Document" signed in Cyprus between Palestinian Christians and Messianic believers sounds more like a trap than a true breakthrough. For instance, in their article 2.2, both parties agree to disagree on what constitutes lethal violence. Seriously? So Israel's counter-terrorism actions against Hamas should be seen as one version of "lethal violence" on equal footing with Hamas bloody terrorism?
12. Christians must understand the global context for the rise of extremist Islam. We challenge stereotyping of all faith forms that betray God's commandment to love our neighbors and enemies.
AGREED: While again I find the statement misleading as it could be taken to mean that there is a justification for radical Islam's violence, I agree that Christian love is always to be the foundation of any lasting peace and reconciliation (See verses under points 6).
So this year, more evangelicals are joining the CatC ranks. People like "Bible Answer Man" Hank Hanegraaff. I used to listen to Mr. Hanegraaff when I was a young believer, what a disgraceful theological shift. One wonders if he is he still using the same Bible since he is not seeing Israel in the plan of God anymore? But there are so many other people that are taking center stage at CatC 2016 in the name of Christian love and reconciliation and yet, they clearly show bias against Israel and in some cases hatred.
• Jack Sara claims that he lives in Jerusalem, Palestine
• Jonathan Kuttab recently tweeted that we should no longer consider Hamas a terrorist organization
• Salim Munayer claimed that the many tunnels built by Hamas were mostly to carry food and drinks.
• Mustafa Abu Sway has written books used by Hamas and is known as an Islamist.
So forgive me for not getting too hopeful about the fourth iteration of "Christ at the Checkpoint." I think that it is progressively getting worse. How can we possibly speak of Christian love, justice and reconciliation with such a line-up of hypocrites at best and antisemites at worst?
Instead of watching the conference online and be indoctrinated by a false narrative, you would better spend your time watching a series of videos directed by my dear friend Perry Trotter from New Zealand. The site is Evangelical Zionism and it divides into seven videos for a total of 45 minutes very well spent. I really wish that the speakers and attendees of CatC 2016 would spend that 45 minutes watching these videos, then I would be hopeful that we possibly could have a balanced dialogue. Unfortunately, I think that CatC has now gone too far. Sadly, many evangelicals do not see it that way!
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June 10, 2015 By Olivier Melnick 7 Comments
Why Would "Christ at the Checkpoint" Compare Israel to ISIS?
While I was recently traveling throughout Israel, I drove about 600 miles. Looking at the landscape around me, I quickly realized that we were often driving nearby the Palestinian territories and at times even through some Arab neighborhoods.
It was as if someone had ripped pages from the Bible and made street signs and town signs with them, pointing to The Galilee, the Dead Sea, the river Jordan, Ashdod, Jerusalem, Jericho, Ramallah, Gaza, Jaffa, Modi'in etc.
I particularly fell in love with the Old City in Jerusalem. Its extensive color palette mixed with a myriad of scents was a perfect backdrop for Jews, Arabs and Christians to interact. We had dinner in an Armenian restaurant, a Jewish one AND an Arab one. If you asked me to tell you where the food tasted better, the answer would be…. YES!
While the Middle East crisis is indeed a crisis and Israel is far from perfect, it is obvious that Jews, Arabs and Christians share their cultures, heritages and foods on a daily basis. The mix is simply overwhelming…in a good way, of course!
Sadly, while I was in Israel I was also made aware of a video that was released to promote an upcoming conference in July 2015, by and for young adults. The conference promotional piece was advertised as coming from "Christ at the Checkpoint-Young Adults" or CaTC-YA.
While I must admit that I was unable to understand the closing commentaries in Arabic, the video collage that came first was enough to upset any supporter of the truth about the Middle East. The video is rather short and it even repeats some of its footage on a loop.
Yet, what it tries to do will turn your stomach upside-down. It sends the very clear message that Israel is equal to ISIS in violence and human rights violation. You see footage of ISIS thugs getting ready to decapitate rows of "infidels" dressed in the now world "infamous" orange overalls, juxtaposed with Israelis filtering Palestinians though checkpoints. Then, another frame shows the Islamic State brandishing their black flag followed by an Israeli tank brandishing a Jewish flag, making again a "not-so" subliminal connection.
The attempt at drawing a parallel between ISIS and Israel shouldn't be missed AND shouldn't be dismissed either. It is a new low in Christian Palestinianism. To be sure, the parallel was already attempted by CaTC superstar Stephen Sizer, when he compared Israel to ISIS and even said that Christian Zionists were Christian Jihadists.
Christ at the Checkpoint (CaTC) is a conference that started in 2010 and continues to take place every two years, sponsored by Bethlehem Bible College (BBC). The next official CaTC conference should take place in March 0f 2016 with the theme: "The Gospel in the face of religious extremism." In the meantime, a group of young adults proponents of the same agenda, is promoting a 2015 date. Their video is posted on their Facebook page and on the CaTC YouTube channel.
This raises some serious concerns about the biblical integrity of Bethlehem Bible College. How could they possibly claim to be Christians and promote such virulent demonization of the Jewish people and Israel. There is always the possibility that the video in question was produced by a group of supporters not necessarily officially affiliated with either CaTC or BBC (although currently posted on the CaTC YouTube channel). Even if it is the case, we need to hear from either or both very soon. I fear a silence that will of course speak tons about their position.
I cannot help but ask CaTC and BBC which "Christ" do they mean in "Christ at the Checkpoint" and which "Bible" do they use to validate him? If CaTC and BBC do not distance themselves from such unbiblical libelous attacks, they will further validate their anti-Semitic stance. This will leave a vast number of uneducated and/or gullible Evangelicals with a choice to make as well. Each choice we make leads to consequences.
Would they continue to support and attend such a conference as it compares Israel to ISIS? I certainly hope not! You can only claim ignorance for so long before you loose your credibility and ruin your reputation, but then again in a world were tolerance and political correctness are measured by one's level of hatred for Israel and the Jews, I might be asking for the impossible.
In the meantime, if you want to know what's going on in Israel, start by reading your bible and then consider making a trip yourself and experiencing some of what I just experienced for a few days. Incidentally, I drove by the Israeli towns of Ramallah and Jericho (under Palestinian authority) where Jews ARE NOT WELCOME EVER, and I drove by plenty of Israeli areas where Arabs AND Jews live in relative peace. But of course that is a topic that will never be covered at such conferences!
The theme of next year's Christ at the Checkpoint 4 is "The Gospel in the face of religious extremism." As of right now, I doubt that what is meant by religious extremism pertains to Islamism and/or the Islamic State. Based on the current trend and this new video, Zionism and Israel are in the crosshairs.
It doesn't matter if you follow Yeshua (Jesus) or not, the fact is that He was born a Jew not a Palestinian. He was born in Eretz Yisrael not the Palestinian territories and taught His followers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them (Matthew 5:44)– something that isn't a characteristic of CatC proponents. So really, which Christ is at their checkpoint?
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This Day in Bills History, Nov. 8: Tasker comes to town
Steve Tasker (Buffalo News file photo)
By Budd Bailey|Published Wed, Nov 8, 2017
Nov. 8, 1986 – Newspapers often run a list of the day's transactions in small print. Every so often, there's a listing that seems minor but turns out to be major.
That was the case for the Bills on this day. Steve Tasker turned into one of the great acquisitions in team history. Jack Kemp's acquisition might have been a better midseason addition, but this one paid many dividends, too.
Tasker played college football at Dodge City Community College and Northwestern University. There he was a ninth-round draft choice of the Houston Oilers, and lasted a bit longer than a season.
When he moved to Buffalo, Tasker became one of the greatest special-team performers in the history of the NFL. He had several game-changing plays in his years in Buffalo. Tasker even caught a few passes along the way.
When his career was over, Tasker had played in seven Pro Bowls and saw his name placed on the Bills' Wall of Fame.
Budd Bailey is a retired sports reporter and editor at The Buffalo News. He is also the author of "Today in Buffalo Sports History." Learn more about the book here.
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»Chapter NR 410
NR 410.03(4)(b)2. 2. If an applicant for an individual permit for a direct source that is a part 70 source requests that the application be processed as an application for coverage under either a general or registration construction permit, the difference between the initial fee submitted with the individual permit application and the appropriate amount in sub. (1) (am) or (as).
NR 410.03(4)(b)3. 3. If the initial application fee is greater than the final fee, the difference between the application and final fees.
NR 410.03(4)(b)4. 4. If an applicant for an individual permit for a direct source that is a non-part 70 source requests that the application be processed as an application for coverage under either a general or registration construction permit, the full initial fee submitted with the individual permit application.
NR 410.03 History History: Cr. Register, April, 1984, No. 340, eff. 5-1-84; renum. from NR 410.04, Register, September, 1986, No. 369, eff. 10-1-86; r. and recr. Register, April, 1988, No. 388, eff. 5-1-88; am. (2) (g), Register, September, 1988, No. 393, eff. 10-1-88; am. (2) (l), Register, April, 1989, No. 400, eff. 5-1-89; corrections in (intro.), (1) (b) (intro.) and 1., (2) (intro.) made under s. 13.93 (2m) (b) 7., Stats., Register, April, 1989; am. (intro.), (1) (b) (intro.) and 1., renum. (1) (b) 2. to be 4., cr. (1) (b) 2. and 3., Register, October, 1991, No. 430, eff. 11-1-91; am. (intro.), (1) (b) (intro.), (d), (e) and (3), r. (1) (a) 2. and (1) (b) 4., Register, May, 1993, No. 449, eff. 6-1-93; am. (intro.), (1) (b) (intro.), r. (1) (b) 1. to 3., Register, February, 1995, No. 470, eff. 3-1-95; am. (intro.), (2) (intro.), (a) to (f), (i), r. and recr. (1) and (2) (h), r. (2) (j), renum. (2) (k) to (m) and (3) to be (2) (j), (k) and (o) and (4) and am. (2) (j), (k) and (o), cr. (2) (l) to (n) and (3), Register, June, 1995, No. 474, eff. 7-1-95; correction in (2) (k) made under s. 13.93 (2m) (b) 7., Stats., Register, December, 1995, No. 480, eff. 1-1-96; am. (1) (a) 2., Register, December, 1996, No. 492, eff. 1-1-97; am. (intro.), (1) (a), (b) and (d), (2) and (4), Register, December, 1999, No. 528, eff. 7-1-00; correction in (2) (g) made under s. 13.93 (2m) (b) 7., Stats., Register October 2003 No. 574; CR 02-097: am. (2) (g) Register June 2004 No. 582, eff. 7-1-04; CR 04-107: am. (1) (a) 5., cr. (1) (a) 6. and 7. Register August 2005 No. 596, eff. 9-1-05; CR 06-047: am. (1) (d), cr. (1) (f) Register May 2007 No. 617, eff. 6-1-07; CR 06-079: am. (intro.), cr. (1) (bm) Register May 2007 No. 617, eff. 6-1-07; CR 06-019: am. (intro.), cr. (1) (a) 8. to 10., (b) (intro.) and 2. to 4., renum. (1) (b) to be (1) (b) 1. and am., Register June 2007 No. 618, eff. 7-1-07; CR 07-040: am. (4) Register April 2008 No. 628, eff. 5-1-08; CR 10-047: am. (title), (1) (a) (intro.), 1. to 4., 8. to 10., (b), (e), (2), (4) (title), r. (intro.), (1) (d), renum. (1) (a) 5., 6., 7., (f) and (4) to be (1) (ae), (am), (as), (b) 3m., and (4) (a) and am., cr. (4) (b) Register December 2010 No. 660, eff. 1-1-11; correction in (4) (a) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register December 2010 No. 660; CR 13-022: am. (2) (i), (3) (a) 2. Register March 2014 No. 699, eff. 4-1-14; CR 13-070: r. (3) Register July 2014 No. 703, eff. 8-1-14.
NR 410.04 NR 410.04 Annual emission fee.
NR 410.04(1) (1) Fee required. Except as provided under sub. (3), any person who owns or operates a facility for which an operation permit is required under s. 285.60, Stats., shall pay an annual emission fee to the department at the rate specified in s. 285.69 (2), Stats.
NR 410.04(2) (2) Air contaminants subject to fee.
NR 410.04(2)(a)(a) Except as provided under par. (b), the annual emission fee shall be based on the annual actual emissions of the air contaminants listed in Table 1 of s. NR 438.03, as those annual actual emissions are recorded in the annual emission inventory prepared by the department under s. NR 438.03 (5).
NR 410.04(2)(b) (b) The following emissions are exempt from the emission fees required under this section:
NR 410.04(2)(b)1. 1. Emissions from any acid rain phase I affected unit for the years 1995 through 1999.
NR 410.04(2)(b)2. 2. Except as provided under sub. (4), emissions in excess of 5,000 tons per year of any air contaminant from any one facility.
NR 410.04(2)(b)3. 3. Emissions of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
NR 410.04(2)(b)4. 4. Emission reduction credits reported as actual emissions.
NR 410.04(2)(b)5. 5. Emissions of acetone, sec-butanol, tert-butanol, n-butyl acetate, chlorobromomethane, diethyl ketone, ethyl acetate, isobutyl acetate, methyl acetate, methyl acetylene, octane (all isomers), pentane (all isomers) and vinylidine fluoride.
NR 410.04(2)(b)6. 6. Emissions of di-n-octyl phthalate, octachlorostyrene, pentachlorobenzene, perylene, 1,2,3,4-tetrachlorobenzene, 1,2,4,5-tetrachlorobenzene and tributyl tin.
NR 410.04(2)(c) (c) For the purpose of charging fees, the following groups of air contaminants shall be considered single air contaminants:
NR 410.04(2)(c)1. 1. Particulate matter and PM10.
NR 410.04(2)(c)2. 2. Reduced sulfur compounds, mercaptans, hydrogen sulfide and total reduced sulfur.
NR 410.04(2)(c)3. 3. Air contaminants reported as both a hazardous air contaminant and as either a particulate or volatile organic compound. The air contaminants which are not eligible for this exemption are identified by footnote number 3 in Table 1 of s. NR 438.03.
NR 410.04(3) (3) Facilities exempt from annual emissions fees. The following facilities are exempt from the requirement to pay annual emissions fees under s. 285.69 (2), Stats., and this section:
NR 410.04(3)(a) (a) Any facility whose total annual actual emissions of all air contaminants listed in Table 1 of s. NR 438.03, and annotated with footnote 3, are less than 5 tons.
NR 410.04(3)(b) (b) Indirect sources of air pollution.
NR 410.04(4) (4) Utilities with acid rain phase I affected units. Notwithstanding sub. (2) (b) 2., the department shall charge fees on emissions in excess of 5,000 tons per year of any air contaminant from any facility operated by a utility that owns or operates an acid rain phase I affected unit to the extent necessary to recover the fees that would have been charged to that utility if the exemption under sub. (2) (b) 1. did not exist.
NR 410.04(5) (5) Payment. Annual emission fees shall be paid to the department within 30 days of receipt of the bill.
NR 410.04(6) (6) Disputed payment.
NR 410.04(6)(a)(a) The owner or operator of a facility who disputes its annual emissions fee may request, in writing, that the department review the fee. Such a request shall be filed within 30 days of receipt of the bill. The department shall review and supply to the facility, within 14 calendar days of receipt of the written request, all information used to calculate the annual emissions fee. If the facility continues to dispute the fee, it shall supply to the department, within 14 calendar days after receipt of this information, the reasons it disputes the fee. The facility shall be notified by the department, within 7 calendar days of receipt of this information, whether the fee will be adjusted. If the facility continues to dispute the fee, it may appeal the department's final decision pursuant to s. 285.81, Stats.
NR 410.04(6)(b) (b) The facility shall pay the amount of fee not in dispute within 30 days of receipt of the bill.
NR 410.04 History History: Cr. Register, April, 1984, No. 340, eff. 5-1-84; renum. from NR 410.05, Register, September, 1986, No. 369, eff. 10-1-86; r. and recr. Register, April, 1988, No. 388, eff. 5-1-88; r. and recr. Register, May, 1993, No. 449, eff. 6-1-93; am. (3), Register, February, 1995, No. 470, eff. 3-1-95; CR 02-146: am. (2) (b) 2. and (4) Register October 2003 No. 574, eff. 11-1-03; CR 02-097: cr. (2) (b) 5. and 6. Register June 2004 No. 582, eff. 7-1-04.
NR 410.05 NR 410.05 Asbestos abatement project permit exemption review and inspection fees.
NR 410.05(1) (1) Fees required. Any person who submits an asbestos abatement notification under ch. NR 447 shall pay the fees in subs. (2) and (3). The fees shall be submitted with the completed notification required under ch. NR 447 and are non-refundable.
NR 410.05(2) (2) Permit exemption review fee. Any person requiring a determination of exemption under s. NR 406.04 (1) (n) shall pay one of the following amounts:
NR 410.05(2)(a) (a) $50 for a determination of exemption if the asbestos renovation or demolition operation involves at least 260 linear feet or at least 160 square feet of regulated asbestos containing material and a combined square and linear footage of less than 1000. The combination of square and linear footage shall be determined by adding the square footage of asbestos containing material on all areas other than pipes to the linear footage of asbestos containing material on pipes.
NR 410.05(2)(b) (b) $125 for a determination of exemption if the asbestos renovation or demolition operation involves regulated asbestos containing material with a combined square and linear footage of equal to or greater than 1000. The combination of square and linear footage shall be determined by the method given in par. (a).
NR 410.05(3) (3) Inspection fee. The amount of the asbestos abatement project inspection fee shall be:
NR 410.05(3)(a) (a) $135 if, in a facility being demolished, the amount of regulated asbestos containing material is less than 260 linear feet on pipes and less than 160 square feet on other facility components.
NR 410.05(3)(b) (b) $350 if the asbestos renovation or demolition operation involves at least 260 linear feet or at least 160 square feet of regulated asbestos containing material and a combined square and linear footage of less than 1000. The combination of square and linear footage shall be determined by the method given in sub. (2) (a).
NR 410.05(3)(c) (c) $575 if the asbestos renovation or demolition operation involves regulated asbestos containing material with a combined square and linear footage of equal to or greater than 1000 and less than 5000. The combination of square and linear footage shall be determined by the method given in sub. (2) (a).
NR 410.05(3)(d) (d) $1200 if the asbestos renovation or demolition operation involves regulated asbestos containing material with a combined square and linear footage of equal to or greater than 5000. The combination of square and linear footage shall be determined by the method given in sub. (2) (a).
NR 410.05(3)(e) (e) $100 if the property is to be demolished by intentional burning as a community fire safety training project.
NR 410.05(3)(f) (f) An amount equal to and in addition to the inspection fee specified in pars. (a) to (d) to inspect property for a project for which a notice of an asbestos renovation or demolition activity was not provided before the work began.
NR 410.05(4) (4) Notice update fee. Any person submitting an updated notice, as required by s. NR 447.07 (2), for an asbestos renovation or demolition activity when the amount of affected asbestos changes by at least 20% shall pay a fee of $100.
NR 410.05 History History: Cr. Register, February, 1995, No. 470, eff. 3-1-95; CR 01-055: am. (3) (c), Register January 2002 No. 553, eff. 2-1-02; CR 04-102: am. (2) (a), (b), (3) (a) to (c), cr. (3) (d) Register June 2005 No. 594, eff. 7-1-05; CR 10-046: am. (3) (a) to (d), cr. (3) (e), (f), (4) Register December 2010 No. 660, eff. 1-1-11.
NR 410.06 NR 410.06 Severe ozone nonattainment area major source fee.
NR 410.06(1)(1) Fee required. Except as provided in sub. (3), any person who owns or operates a stationary source which emits or has the potential to emit 25 tons per year of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and which is located in Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Washington or Waukesha county shall pay a fee, computed in accordance with sub. (2), beginning in 2008 and in each calendar year thereafter until the county in which the stationary source is located is redesignated as an attainment area for the 1-hour ozone standard. The fee required under this section shall be paid at the time that the annual emission fee under s. NR 410.04 is paid.
NR 410.06(2) (2) Computation of fee.
NR 410.06(2)(a)(a) Fee amount. The fee required under sub. (1) shall equal $5,000, adjusted in accordance with par. (c), per ton of VOCs emitted by the source during the previous calendar year in excess of 80% of the baseline amount, computed under par. (b).
NR 410.06(2)(b) (b) Baseline amount. For purposes of this section, the baseline amount shall be computed, in accordance with any guidance which the administrator may provide, as the lower of the amount of actual VOC emissions or the VOC emissions allowed under either a permit or emission limitations applicable to the source, during calendar year 2007.
NR 410.06(2)(c) (c) Annual adjustment. The fee amount under par. (a) shall be adjusted annually, beginning in 1990, by the percentage, if any, by which the consumer price index, as defined in section 502(b)(3)(B)(v) of the act (42 USC 7661a (b)(3)(B)(v)), has been adjusted.
NR 410.06(3) (3) Exception. No person who owns or operates a stationary source is required to pay any fee under sub. (1) with respect to emissions during any year that is treated as an extension year under section 181(a)(5) of the act (42 USC 7511(a)(5)).
NR 410.06 History History: Cr. Register, January, 2001, No. 541, eff. 2-1-01.
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Ranch, Creamy Italian, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar.
All salads are served with a fresh baked croissant.
Crisp greens, chopped eggs, diced tomatoes, bacon & ham.
Grilled salmon fillet on cold greens, diced tomatoes, Kalamata olives, scallions and artichoke hearts.
Fresh-grilled breast & house croutons.
Crisp greens with chopped eggs, turkey, ham, Monterrey Jack & Cheddar, tomatoes and bacon.
Fresh Romaine, grilled chicken, creamy Italian dressing, garlic croutons, Bleu Cheese crumbles, chopped ham, scallions, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, artichoke hearts and Parmesan cheese.
Tender fresh chicken breast grilled and sliced to order over crisp greens, chopped Kalamata olives, diced tomatoes, chopped scallions & sliced artichoke hearts.
Five of our hand-breaded tenders piled on top of crisp greens, chopped eggs, tomatoes, bacon and ham.
Crisp greens, Danish Bleu Cheese crumbles and diced tomatoes topped with haystack fried onions.


I was unsure whether or not to give paprika its own entry in the 40 spices line up. The reason being that there is no clear distinction between paprika and ground chilli; both are made from ground dried Capsicum annum varieties. I suppose the biggest difference would be in the heat level and therefore the usage of the spice, but even then there is great overlap; ranging from mild and sweet to hot and fiery. Although paprika is most often associated with Hungarian and central European cuisine (goulash and such like), it is also widely used in Spanish cooking where it is known as pimentón and this is where my favourite paprika comes from. Pimentón de la Vera is dried over smoking oak logs that impart a deep smokey flavour and aroma to the paprika. And of course, the delicious and versatile chorizo sausage is flavoured with Spanish pimentón.
This Spanish dish is lovely as a simple one pot supper served with a green salad, or as part of a tapas type spread. This amount made enough for dinner for 4 people. I adapted this recipe from Sophie Grigson 'Spices'.
Heat the oil in a large heavy bottomed pan. Add the chopped chorizo and fry until oil is released.
Add the onions and season with salt, cook gently until translucent (about 15 minutes).
Add the rest of the ingredients with enough water to just come up to the top of the potatoes.
Bring to the boil and simmer gently until the potatoes are cooked (about 20-30 minutes depending on type and size).
The juices should of almost completely disappeared. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
It is ready to serve straight away but it also reheats very well the next day.
Last week we had a lovely relaxing holiday in sweet little cottage in the middle of the Suffolk countryside. It was a perfect antidote to our rushed and full every day lives and a change from our usual holiday locations of exotic and busy. I couldn't do 'nothing' all week so we had a few day trips out to the coast at Aldeburgh, Sutton Hoo, the cute villages of Long Melford and Lavenham and some dog walks. Plus I learnt how to crochet (2 different types of flowers), read several books (finished off the Harry Potter series I have been reading this year) and started to teach myself mindfulness (more practice required). We also collected bullaces (a type of wild plum – perfect for a variation on sloe vodka), medlars (recipes to come once bletting has occurred) and lots of apples to be pressed to cider. And further foodie exploits at a fantastic market in Lavenham where we stocked up cupboards with special honeys and the freezer with wild game (teal, rabbit, wild duck, pigeon, venison). Also some lovely meals out at a pub within staggering distance, The White Horse at Edwardstone, and smart well cooked modern French restaurant in Lavenham , The Great House. A thoroughly relaxing week.


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Q: In case of java var-args, is it possible to determine if the array passed to the method was created from var-args or not? For instance, I have this method that uses var-args:
void doSomething(int... args);

And I can have 2 different usages:
// 1) using an array
int[] data = new int[] {1, 2};
doSomething(data);

// 2) using a sequence of arguments
doSomething(1, 2);

Assuming the method doSomething() needs to ensure the passed array is "immutable" from outside, it will copy the array. However, if the caller has passed a sequence of arguments, then there's no reference to the array from outside of the method, therefore we could avoid the cost an array copy.
Is it possible to determine how it was called in runtime?

A: No. As far as I know, it is not possible to determine which way the caller invoked the method, just that the method was invoked.

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Pedilia is een geslacht van kevers uit de familie bladkevers (Chrysomelidae).
De wetenschappelijke naam van het geslacht werd in 1865 gepubliceerd door Clark.

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hd00:54Hydra is a genus of small, fresh-water animals of the phylum Cnidaria and class Hydrozoa under the microscope for education.
hd00:47Two Slugs Engage in Courtship Dance in Uganda, Africa. The slugs are hermaphrodites and continuously intertwine each other in order to complete fertilization. Interesting and gross behaviour!
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hd00:45Hydra is a genus of small, fresh-water animals of the phylum Cnidaria and class Hydrozoa under the microscope for education.
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Rising Creek Music Series: New lineup announced for next show
The lineup for the third show of the Rising Creek Music Series has been announced. The next show, coming up next month, will feature Lucy McGuire, Dylan Marlowe, Rider and The Barbaric Yawps.
The Rising Creek Music Series began as a vision to give local and regional songwriters a place to showcase their original music. Twice a year songwriters are invited to submit samples of their original work for an opportunity to take the stage at the Emma Kelly Theater where they will have from 20 to 45 minutes all to themselves to draw the audience in, build their fanbase, and get a feel for what it's like to perform for folks who are there just to hear them perform.
The first concert in the RCMS was held on Sept. 27, 2018 and the audience was treated to two hours of fantastic music from local singer/songwriter John Alan Brown, Atlanta-based ThunderGypsy, and nationally known songwriter Micahlan Boney.
Produced by Brandi Harvey Music and curated by Brandi Harvey and Robert Cottle, this show has been the beginning of a movement in Statesboro to enrich the soil for bands and solo artists who are hoping to expand their market and develop a following that will see them to the next level of performing.
Tickets are on sale now at www.averittcenterforthearts.org for the show on Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m., at the Emma Kelly Theater.


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Q: Pod can't mount to NFS pod on Docker Desktop local test environment My remotely working setup is as follows:
PersistentVolume is mounted to a gcePersistentDisk. Pod "Lagg" makes a claim on the entirety of the persistent disk. "Lagg" is a google containers volume-nfs image, which acts as the middleman between the ReadWriteOnce volume and a NFS ReadWriteMany that all of my other pods can access. Below is the Lagg NFS persistent volume YAML:
apiVersion: v1
kind: PersistentVolume
metadata:
  name: lagg-volume
spec:
  capacity:
    storage: 5Gi
  accessModes:
    - ReadWriteMany
  nfs:
    # kustomize does not add prefixes here, so they're placed ahead of time
    server: test-lagg.test-project.svc.cluster.local
    path: "/"

---
kind: PersistentVolumeClaim
apiVersion: v1
metadata:
  name: lagg-claim
spec:
  accessModes:
    - ReadWriteMany
  storageClassName: ""
  resources:
    requests:
      storage: 5Gi

There is a second PersistentVolume that mounts to the pod via NFS, that other pods can claim. One of those pods is "Digit" which you can see the volume defining part below:
spec:
  template:
    spec:
      containers:
      - name: digit
        volumeMounts:
          - name: lagg-connection
            mountPath: "/cache"
      volumes:
      - name: lagg-connection
        persistentVolumeClaim:
          claimName: lagg-claim

Because I don't have a gcePersistentDisk for local testing, my local version of this cluster instead uses another persistent volume called "Lagg-local" which simply takes the place of the gcePersistentDisk, and looks like this:
apiVersion: v1
kind: PersistentVolume
metadata:
  name: lagg-local-volume
  labels:
    type: local
spec:
  storageClassName: manual
  persistentVolumeReclaimPolicy: Delete
  capacity:
    storage: 5Gi
  accessModes:
    - ReadWriteOnce
  local:
    path: /run/desktop/mnt/host/c/project/cache
  nodeAffinity:
    required:
      nodeSelectorTerms:
        - matchExpressions:
            - key: kubernetes.io/hostname
              operator: In
              values:
                - docker-desktop
---
apiVersion: v1
kind: PersistentVolumeClaim
metadata:
  name: lagg-local-claim
spec:
  storageClassName: manual
  accessModes:
    - ReadWriteOnce
  resources:
    requests:
      storage: 5Gi

When I try to run this locally, I only get one error, and it's in the Digit pod, using describe, it says:
Events:
  Type     Reason       Age                From               Message
  ----     ------       ----               ----               -------
  Normal   Scheduled    47s                default-scheduler  Successfully assigned test-project/test-digit-cff6bd9c6-gz2sn to docker-desktop
  Warning  FailedMount  11s (x7 over 43s)  kubelet            MountVolume.SetUp failed for volume "test-lagg-volume" : mount failed: exit status 32
Mounting command: mount
Mounting arguments: -t nfs test-lagg.test-project.svc.cluster.local:/ /var/lib/kubelet/pods/80f686cf-47bb-478b-a581-c179794e2182/volumes/kubernetes.io~nfs/test-lagg-volume
Output: mount.nfs: Failed to resolve server test-lagg.test-project.svc.cluster.local: Name or service not known

From what I can see, the pods simply can't contact the NFS server or possibly can't resolve the DNS.
test-lagg exists and is running, and test-project is the namespace that both test-lagg (the service which points to the lagg NFS pods) and test-digit reside in. So I'm not entirely sure what is happening here.
I do believe the NFS server is working correctly, as a file "index.html" is created in the root of the volume that simply contains "Hello from NFS!"
The same error also happens if I use cpuguy83/nfs-server image instead of google_containers/volume-nfs
A different error happens if I define the clusterIP rather than the DNS name, stating it doesn't have permissions.
I also don't think there's an issue with the connection to the service because running nslookup on the digit pod returns this:
root@test-digit-7c6dc66659-q4trw:/var/www/static# nslookup test-lagg.test-project.svc.cluster.local
Server:         10.96.0.10
Address:        10.96.0.10#53

Name:   test-lagg.test-project.svc.cluster.local
Address: 10.105.85.125

The NFS pod itself also has the volume mounted correctly:
On GKE:
PS C:\Users\ral\Documents\Projects\Project\Kubernetes> kubectl exec next-lagg-69884bf49b-fn544 -- bash -c "findmnt /exports -o TARGET,SOURCE,FSTYPE"
TARGET   SOURCE   FSTYPE
/exports /dev/sdb ext4

On local:
PS C:\Users\ral\Documents\Projects\Project\Kubernetes> kubectl exec test-lagg-547cbb779-4qgbl -- bash -c "findmnt /exports -o TARGET,SOURCE,FSTYPE"
TARGET   SOURCE             FSTYPE
/exports C:\[/Project/cache] 9p

A: DNS resolution problems with google_containers/volume-nfs, on non-GKE clusters, is a known issue:

*

*NFS example with a cluster local service name only works on GKE but not for minikube/kubeadm #390

*Failed to resolve server nfs-server.default.svc.cluster.local: Name or service not known #418
Basically, NFS server does not support hostnames, only IPs.
Alternatively you could use csi-driver-nfs


Louis K. Meisel Gallery selected records, 1964-2003.
The Louis K. Meisel Gallery selected records measure 0.4 linear feet and date from 1964-2003. The collection consists of correspondence with artists and other individuals; writings by Louis K. Meisel; subject files; and photographs. Correspondence documents the gallery's dealings with its artists.
Correspondence is with artists represented by the gallery; they discuss their works in progress, scheduling exhibitions, and sales of work with Meisel. Included are letters from John Baeder, Chuck Close, Don Eddy, Richard Estes, Audrey Flack, Ralph Goings, Richard McClean, Theodoros Stamos, and others. Also found are letters from Larry Rivers, Anwar el-Sadat, Robert Hughes, and Tom Messer.
Writings include a typescript by Louis K. Meisel on becoming an art dealer. Subject files are on art historian Gregory Battcock and sculptor Jason Seley, who was represented by Meisel.
Photographs include a photograph of Louis K. Meisel and his wife, Susan Meisel with Photorealists artists at a book party. Also found are photographs of John Baldessari with Herbert and Dorothy Vogel; and Andy Warhol and Elizabeth Taylor.
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Rumor: Lakers minority owners "quietly protesting" Jeanie Buss, team's direction
Nov 20, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers President Jeanie Buss before the game against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center. Bulls won 118-110. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers have been the subject of well-deserved scrutiny over the course of the last year. As the team continues to look for its direction, owner Jeanie Buss is starting to receive a larger share of the blame than ever before.
It appears as though that criticism is not just coming from the outside. The LA Times' Bill Plaschke appeared on the Dan Patrick Show on Monday and spoke about the pressure from the Lakers' minority owners and partners on Buss:
"There's a lot of rumblings from the AEG's of the world and some of the partners. I think they're going to wait to see what happens this summer. But obviously, she's never going to sell, herself. Don't forget, she took over the team in a coup from her brothers. So the team can be taken over in a coup. I don't see that happening until at least they see what happens this summer and see what happens next year. People are upset. The real money-movers and shakers and money people, those are the people who are quietly protesting and they're upset. She has this summer to figure this out and next season. And if they don't make the playoffs again, I think that becomes a reality."
It should be noted that Plaschke is not exactly a news breaker and, in ordinary conditions, we would usually not aggregate something he reports on the team. However, this would be a significant development, if true, given all the recent criticism heaped on Buss and her management group of Kurt and Linda Rambis and Rob Pelinka.
The Lakers ownership group consists of the following parties: the Buss Family Trusts, Philip Anschutz (who owns the aforementioned AEG), Edward P. Roski and Patrick Soon-Shiong. Soon-Shiong also owns the LA Times, Plaschke's employer. The Buss Family owns 66 percent of the team, with each of six children holding an equal share.
It seems as though Jeanie Buss will get one more season to turn the Lakers around before the smoke within the organization turns into an inferno. If the other owners feel as though the team's brand (and by proxy, their money) is taking a hit, then it would not be difficult to see them staging a coup just as Buss did to her brother Jim.
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Michael Harris says:
What can they do with only 34%. They would need 3 Buss' to break from Jeanie?
Thomas Williams says:
She needs to get out of this. The problem was not the coach but other things. When Magic left, you knew something was not right. Let go of all the Egos and take care of this mess. Thank you.
Clayton Bayne says:
Im not on the inside but I feel like the Laker organization has lost the Shine. This is a wait and see event and that the Clippers are now the Class of LA? They R not a Rivalry but try telling a Clipper fan that. Its time for Jennie Bus to break the Silence and realize the Laker fans deserve better. People who R Protesting R talking loud and saying nothing. Silence is Golden?
Larry J Cruz says:
They NEED to hire a basketball mind as a G.M. Someone that knows the game and players to be able to make the right decisions.


is a Dyson. No, not the hot one from Lost Girl (though if someone can provide such, I'll take him!). No, what I want for my birthday is a Dyson vacuum cleaner. I've had several people who have pet heavy homes tell me that it's a life saver. If I save my pennies, lots of them, I may try and get a refurbished one at some point.
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Consider getting a refurbished Rainbow off of eBay. They're amaaaaaaaaazing. Especially for pets and allergies.
I love my dyson, but as it's an older model (and not the specialist pet one) the roller does get clogged with a mixture of my long hair and the dog hair so it occasionally needs to be cut off the roller so it works efficiently. Other than that, I have no problems with it - it was a refurbished model when I got it and I've had it for at least 7 years now.
That's a good age for a vacuum!
Having two cats in a very tiny apartment, my pet model Dyson is an absolute life saver! Have had mine about 6-7 years now and will not go to anything else. It is the best vacuum cleaner! The suction never diminishes and it will literally brush carpet indentations up, every single time. It's easy to disassemble for any necessary cleaning and as one of the commenter's earlier said, the only regular thing I must do is cut the hair off the roller. That's not a hassle compared to what must be done for other vaccuums I have had in the past.
I went through so many vacuums until I got my Dyson. It was more expensive but has been worth it, especially when you have pets.
Also keep an eye on Woot as they sometimes have them there.
Yeah, I think I've been through three in recent memory.
I have never had a Dyson, but I have a Kirby Sentra(another exceedingly expensive vacuum)which I love I have two boys and two dogs and had two cats.
No, not the hot one from Lost Girl (though if someone can provide such, I'll take him!).
I'm thinking that line is pretty long!
You can have mine if you'll buy me a heavy duty vacuum that can actually handle my house. Sigh.
Saw an episode of Lost Girls for the first time last night. Rather liked it. My daughter is watching it with Chinese Subtitles.


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LA Pride PARADE
Want to show YOUR pride at this year's LA Pride Parade?
Join The Wall Las Memorias Project on Sunday, June 14th as we take to the streets of West Hollywood and march in the historical LA Pride Parade! This year TWLMP has been lucky enough to be chosen as the recipients of the Cheer Los Angeles charity collection. Cheer Los Angeles is group of volunteers that promote awareness, spirit, and diversity in the gay community through dynamic cheer, dance, and stunt performances, raising funds for a local charity at each of their performances.
We're looking for some amazing volunteers to join in on the festivities and help us walk the parade route-- don't miss out on all the fun & sign up to volunteer today. Volunteers will need to be available from 9:00 am (when the parade begins) until the end of the parade. Don't miss out on the fun!
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The new Jade Trail is now Officially Open
Given a very wet Spring and a global pandemic requiring social distancing, it was no easy task to organize trail crews at the Warren Land Conservation Trusts property at the Haile Farm Preserve over the past few months. But a dedicated group of volunteers put in an amazing amount of work and the new Jade Trail was officially opened to the public on July 27th.
The new trail, which is half a mile long and includes approximately 250 feet of new boardwalk, begins at the New Industrial Trail sign and joins to the existing Dick Hallberg Trail to facilitate 'loop" walking at the Haile Farm Preserve.
This completes Phase 2 of the planned trail work at the Haile Farm Preserve. Later this year work will commence on Phase 3, including completion of the Betty Hallberg and Osprey View trails.
Given the expanding trail system, ongoing maintenance is an issue. The Warren Land Conservation is looking for volunteers to take responsibility for maintaining specific sections of trail. This work, with loppers and clippers, can be done independently and will improve the trail system for the community. If you are interested in volunteering please contact volunteerwlct@gmail.com.
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Ms. Kimundi has both domestic and international legal experience including commercial litigation, product liability litigation and employment discrimination. At OTMLAW, Ms. Kimundi has handled complex multi-district civil litigation. She has successfully litigated civil rights cases and cases under the Federal Freedom of Information Act and State Freedom of Information Law. Ms. Kimundi has gained extensive Appellate Court experience before the State of New York, Appellate Division First Department.
Prior to joining OTMLAW, Ms. Kimundi worked at Dechert LLP, the Law Office of Rosalyn Maldonado and Shapiro Tamir Law Group PLLC. Ms. Kimundi was involved in a high profile pharmaceutical class action litigation defense involving mass tort product liability litigation and consumer/marketing fraud investigations. Ms. Kimundi has handled commercial litigation and breach of contract matters, including mortgage disputes under the Truth in Lending Act and Predatory Lending Practices. Ms. Kimundi has provided pro bono legal services including a court appearance for the New York State Access to Justice Program.
In addition to law firm practice, Ms. Kimundi worked at a World Bank agency, providing legal counsel on credit and political risk and how to promote trade into, out of, and within Africa.
Ms. Kimundi is currently a member of the United Nations Committee at the New York City Bar Association. She earned her LL.B from the University of Pune, India and her LL.M. from New York University School of Law (NYU Law).
Ms. Kimundi is the author of law journal articles including, Post-Election Crisis in Kenya and the Implications for the International Criminal Court's Development as a Legitimate Institution, 7 EYES ON THE ICC 2010/2011 [85-114]. Co-Authored, Report on Legal Issues Involved in the Western Sahara Dispute: The Principle of Self-Determination (June 11, 2012). Co-Authored, Report on Legal Issues Involved in the Western Sahara Dispute: Use of Natural Resources (May 10, 2011).