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Rush Sculptures -- Fan Of... #219

Hi all 😁 Feel free to join in this weekly challenge whenever you find yourself thinking, “I’m a fan of…” (see below for how-to). This week’s Fan Of… These two rush sculptures, a centaur & a unicorn, can be found near the Kelpies, just before the Kelpies Hub Car Park. This is also my post for Natalie’s PPAC. How To Join In Create a Fan Of… Photo Post. Add a link to your Fan of… blog post in my…

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Lindsey Stirling Snow Waltzes Through Providence

Lindsey Stirling played to a Sold Out Providence Performing Arts Center on Thursday night (12.14.23) as she blew through town on her Snow Waltz Tour.

There’s not much that can get me in the holiday spirit quite like a Lindsey Stirling Christmas Show. They’re family friendly displays that epitomize exactly who Stirling is as a performer; showcasing incredible choreography, wildly impressive/absolutely nerve-racking aerial acrobatics, beautiful costumes and her always jaw-dropping musicianship (duh), she brings her fans on a Christmas journey that celebrates every facet of the holiday.

While this year’s show is likely the most different I’ve witnessed because of the new selections she’s playing from ‘Snow Waltz’, it also maintains many familiar touches. The amusing bits that always get such genuinely joyous reactions from the crowd (such as the toy instrument medley and the tour manager Christmas tree interludes) still pop up throughout the set. They keep even the youngest of fans engaged during costume changes, and paired with Stirling’s heartfelt stories, guide us through her stunning display in a way that understands the whimsy of Christmas without ever abandoning the true reason for the season.

Highlights in a Lindsey Stirling show, for me, are always in the moments that show just how absurdly talented a musician she really is. ‘Angels We Have Heard on High’ is definitely one of them, and was a highlight in both of the previous Christmas shows I’ve seen Stirling perform. But this year it was even better, following her breathtaking arrangement of ‘O Holy Night’. Then there were two of her show-stopping original compositions off her newest Christmas album, the titular ‘Snow Waltz’ and ‘Ice Storm’, two rockin’ pieces that absolutely blew me away.

CLICK HERE to see More Photos from the show on Facebook, and Have a Very Merry Christmas!

All photos ©Timothy Patrick Boyer, 2023.

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@danielaruah - Photo dump! What a wonderful weekend and amazing event celebrating portuguese and portuguese descendent artists! A work of love for music and our culture ❤️ 🇵🇹 🇺🇸 Foto dump! Que fim‑de‑semana lindo e um evento extraordinário para celebrar a artistas portuguese e luso descendentes. Um espectáculo feito com amor à música e à nossa cultura ❤️ . #Ipma #musica #music #host #love #culture #portugal #usa #ppac

[lesbianbroadwaynerd]

So on Thursday I went to see the National tour of frozen at PPAC (its the closest I'll get to Germany) and it was incredible, the first show I went to that I actually wanted to go to (long story) and so stagedoor after I missed both Caroline and Lauren but then I went back the next day and when I tell you the gay panic I felt when Caroline walked out that stage door, I really hope she didn't notice me staring at her and I may have been hallucinating but I'm pretty sure when she handed me back my playbill she called me honey and it was a surreal experience. But then afterwards my mother being my mother wanting to document my state of ecstasy and pulls out her phone and is telling me something and I see Caroline and Lauren right behind us walking to their car and I kinda flipped out saying to her "THEY'RE RIGHT THERE" so now I feel inclined to dm them on Instagram and apologize for flipping out but they probably didn't even notice but if they did if nothing else maybe it made them laugh

[nursingwriter]

NURSING Nursing: NP vs. MD Reimbursement It would not be wrong to say that nurse practitioners provide the same quality of healthcare as physicians; hence, they should be reimbursed more or at par with the physicians. After Covid-19, the importance of nursing work has increased since the role has evolved with increased benefits that the entire population obtained (Bischof & Greenberg, 2021). The nurse practitioners have displayed their competency well in such critical times that they can work in diverse situations, even when pressure is high. They deservingly need to be paid with higher reimbursements through MD programs. They can also serve any population segment without discrimination or putting their job at risk under such differences, be it rural or urban areas. The New York reimbursement rates are mentioned within a certain health program and its contract for the nurse practitioners. For example, Preferred Physicians and Children Program (PPAC) is obliged to pay the nurse practitioners cited in the provider agreement under the New York state law (New York Code, Rules and Regulations, n.a.). Also, under the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, nurses get only 85% of the reimbursement for MDs compared to the rate physicians are paid, which seems unfair as nurse practitioners do as much work as the physicians (Bischof & Greenberg, 2021). Apart from the pay comparisons, nurse practitioners have undergone extensive training and fulfilled education hours to gain the level of skill and expertise they are serving today. They should be paid higher because they look after even those population segments to which physicians do not get access. The underserved population gets care from nurse practitioners more than the physicians and their retail clinics' presence. Being closer to patients who have complex forms of medical conditions and addressing their concerns daily is not a piece of cake for physicians. No wonder nurse practitioners do get burnout issues, which is a healthcare issue. If the issue is not properly handled, millions of patients would be at risk of experiencing negative patient outcomes. Such a scenario would not be handled by the physicians only then; hence, nurse practitioners have become a crucial part of the health care system and massive support for the physicians. References Bischof, A. & Greenberg, S.A. (2021). Post covid-19 reimbursement parity for nurse practitioners. OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 26(2). https://doi.org/10.3912/OJIN.Vol26No02Man03 New York Code, Rules and Regulations. (n.a.). Title: Section 505.32- Nurse practitioner services. https://regs.health.ny.gov/content/section-50532-nurse-practitioner-services Read the full article

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257 Thayer in Providence, RI

Are you looking for a place to call home in Providence, RI? One great option to consider is off-campus housing near Brown University such as 257 Thayer. These Providence student apartments are tailored to your lifestyle. Besides, they offer flat-panel TVs in living room, full kitchen with stainless, Energy Star appliances, in-unit laundry, and more. By the way, their 24-hour management, social events for residents and friends, EV charging stations, and other amenities are truly beneficial for residents. Simply put, off-campus housing provides flexibility in terms of lease options and living arrangements. Students can choose to live with friends or opt for single accommodations, tailoring their living situation to suit their preferences.

Providence, RI

One of the parts of preparing a travel itinerary is listing all scheduled event you want to attend in your travel destination. At present, you can easily find pre-scheduled activities online. As such, there are future events in Providence, RI area that are posted on Eventbrite. First, there will be Ladies Night With TESEHKI LIVE this coming Saturday, March 22, 2025, at around 10:00 PM, at Kulture. In addition, the free event named Be Free (a Perfekt Pop up party) is scheduled on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at around 9:00 PM, at Dave & Buster's Providence. Lastly you can also opt to attend the Alexander Meiklejohn Lecture: Tom Perez '83 with Michael Steele on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at around 5:00 PM, at Stephen Robert '62 Hall.

Providence Performing Arts Center

In Providence, RI, Providence Performing Arts Center stands supreme among the tourist spots there. Why is that so? Providence, RI is a vibrant city known for its rich history, charming architecture, and thriving arts scene. Among the numerous tourist spots in Providence, one gem stands out above the rest - the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC). But what makes PPAC so special? Let's delve into the reasons why this historic theater holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Besides, PPAC first opened its doors in 1928 as the Loew's State Movie Palace, showcasing the latest films and live performances.

Troopers catch loose dog seen running down Medford highway

There are several interesting news reports in Providence, RI area. In a recent news article, there were stories about a dog. Reportedly, an energetic family dog gave Massachusetts State Police troopers a run for their money as she dodged oncoming traffic on a Medford highway Friday morning. Besides, it was mentioned in the news that Troopers were called to I-93 South near Exit 22 to investigate reports of a loose dog running on the highway. Moreover, the Police said the dog, named Roxy, had already run nearly three miles against oncoming traffic. Lastly, Trooper eventually caught up to Roxy near Roosevelt Circle, where she was spotted hiding under a parked tractor-trailer.

Link to map

Providence Performing Arts Center 220 Weybosset St, Providence, RI 02903, United States Take Weybosset St to George St 4 min (0.5 mi) Turn left onto George St 2 min (0.4 mi) Continue on Brook St. Drive to Thayer St 3 min (0.3 mi) 257 Thayer 257 Thayer St, Providence, RI 02906, United States

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भारत का प्राकृतिक गैस आयात 17% बढ़ा: एलएनजी बाजार और ऊर्जा मांग पर असर

  भारत का प्राकृतिक गैस आयात चालू वित्त वर्ष की अप्रैल-जनवरी के दौरान 17.2% बढ़कर 12.9 बिलियन डॉलर हो गया, जो पिछले वर्ष की इसी अवधि में 11.0 बिलियन डॉलर, पेट्रोलियम प्लानिंग एंड एनालिसिस सेल (PPAC) के आंकड़ों के अनुसार था। जनवरी में आयात बिल 8.3% सालाना आधार पर 1.3 बिलियन डॉलर हो गया। वित्त वर्ष 2025 के पहले दस महीनों में देश ने 31,347 मिलियन मानक क्यूबिक मीटर (एमएमएससीएम) तरलीकृत प्राकृतिक गैस…

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Floral Clock -- Photographing Public Art

Floral Clock -- Photographing Public Art

Hi, all 👋 My latest post for Natalie’s #PPAC. This Floral Clock is a large-scale, decorative timepiece in Edinburgh. It can be found by the stairs leading down in to West Princes Street Gardens & has been created from flowers since 1903. I took the shots below at different times & you can see that this is a fully functioning clock 😃

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India’s Growing Reliance on Oil Imports Signals Concerns for FY24

As we approach the end of the financial year 2023–24 (FY24), India faces a sobering reality: its dependence on imported crude oil is on the rise, potentially reaching unprecedented levels. According to recent data released by the oil ministry’s Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC), India’s reliance on imported crude surged to nearly 88% in the period from April to February, indicating a trend that could see FY24 surpass the record high levels of the previous year.

Despite efforts to bolster domestic production, India’s self-sufficiency in crude oil dwindled to just 12.3% during the April-February period, a decline from 12.8% in the corresponding period of the previous financial year. This decline in self-sufficiency is primarily attributed to stagnant domestic crude oil output coupled with escalating demand for fuel and petroleum products.

Over the years, India’s reliance on oil imports has been steadily increasing, barring a brief respite in FY21 due to the COVID-19 pandemic-induced slowdown. The country’s dependence on imported crude stood at 85.5% in FY22, with previous years witnessing a similar upward trajectory. Despite governmental aspirations to curtail this reliance — with targets set as early as 2015 to reduce oil imports to 67% by 2022 — the actual dependency has only surged, making the Indian economy susceptible to global oil price fluctuations and impacting various economic indicators such as foreign trade deficit, foreign exchange reserves, and inflation rates.

In response to this escalating dependence, the government has been advocating for alternative energy sources such as electric mobility and biofuels to mitigate the reliance on costly oil imports. Efforts to augment domestic crude oil output through incentivizing exploration and production contracts and opening up new areas for hydrocarbon exploration have also been intensified. However, these measures have yet to yield significant offsets to the burgeoning demand for petroleum products.

India’s refining capacity, exceeding 250 million tonnes per annum, positions it as a net exporter of petroleum products despite being one of the world’s largest importers of crude oil. However, the widening gap between domestic production and consumption underscores the urgency for sustainable solutions to balance energy needs and economic stability.

As we navigate the complexities of India’s energy landscape, the trajectory of oil imports in FY24 will be closely monitored, bearing implications not only for the energy sector but also for broader economic indicators and policy directions. Efforts to diversify energy sources and enhance domestic production remain imperative in ensuring energy security and economic resilience in the years to come.

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Tổng hợp: Giá dầu tăng vọt 3% nhờ nền kinh tế Mỹ duy trì mạnh mẽ

Kết thúc ngày giao dịch 25/1, giá dầu tăng khoảng 3% lên mức cao nhất trong gần hai tháng sau khi dữ liệu cho thấy nền kinh tế Mỹ tăng trưởng vượt dự kiến trong quý IV/2023, thúc đẩy triển vọng tích cực về nhu cầu tại quốc gia tiêu thụ dầu lớn nhất thế giới. Ngoài ra, căng thẳng tại Biển Đỏ tiếp tục leo thang làm gia tăng rủi ro gián đoạn thương mại toàn cầu, cũng góp phần củng cố lực mua trên thị trường. Chốt phiên, giá dầu WTI tăng 3,02% lên 77,36 USD/thùng. Dầu Brent tăng 2,99% lên 82,43 USD/thùng.

Theo báo cáo sơ bộ lần 1 của Cục Phân tích Kinh tế Mỹ, tổng sản phẩm quốc nội (GDP) quý IV/2023 của Mỹ tăng 3,3% so với quý trước, cao hơn nhiều so với dự báo tăng 2% của các chuyên gia kinh tế. Tăng trưởng kinh tế Mỹ vẫn mạnh mẽ bất chấp áp lực từ môi trường lãi suất cao, củng cố kịch bản “hạ cánh mềm” của nền kinh tế lớn nhất thế giới. Kỳ vọng vào sự tăng trưởng tích cực của nền kinh tế Mỹ sẽ thúc đẩy nhu cầu dầu là động lực mạnh mẽ hỗ trợ giá dầu tăng cao.

Lực mua trên thị trường cũng được thúc đẩy bởi triển vọng nhu cầu dầu tích cực của Ấn Độ, quốc gia nhập khẩu và tiêu thụ dầu lớn thứ ba thế giới. Theo dữ liệu từ Cơ quan Phân tích và Kế hoạch Dầu khí (PPAC), mức tiêu thụ nhiên liệu của quốc gia Nam Á này trong năm tài chính 2024 - 2025 bắt đầu từ ngày 1/4, dự kiến sẽ tăng 2,7% lên 238,954 triệu tấn, so với ước tính sửa đổi là 232,561 triệu tấn cho năm tài chính hiện tại. Trong đó, nhu cầu xăng trong nước dự kiến tăng 5,4% lên 39,2 triệu tấn, nhu cầu dầu diesel dự kiến tăng 2,7% lên 92,4 triệu tấn.

Đáng chú ý, căng thẳng địa chính trị tại hai khu vực sản xuất dầu hàng đầu thế giới vẫn tiếp tục leo thang, làm gia tăng mối lo ngại gián đoạn nguồn cung trên thị trường. Tại Biển Đỏ, hãng vận tải khổng lồ Maersk cho biết các vụ nổ trong khu vực đã buộc hai tàu do công ty con của Mỹ vận hành và chở quân nhu của Mỹ phải quay đầu khi đi qua eo biển Bab al-Mandab ngoài khơi Yemen. Trong khi đó, lãnh đạo Houthi tuyên bố nhóm này sẽ tiếp tục nhắm mục tiêu vào các tàu có liên kết với Israel, cho đến khi viện trợ đến tay người dân Palestine ở Gaza.

Tại Nga, máy bay không người lái của Ukraine đã không kích vào nhà máy lọc dầu Tuapse với công suất 240.000 thùng/ngày thuộc sở hữu của Rosneft ở miền nam nước Nga. Đây là cuộc không kích thứ tư nhằm vào mục tiêu cơ sở hạ tầng năng lượng lớn của Nga trong tuần qua, làm tăng thêm mối lo ngại về nguồn cung năng lượng toàn cầu, đặc biệt trong bối cảnh xung đột tại Trung Đông vẫn diễn ra căng thẳng.

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[gremlinsinthegarden]

The place I grew up. The Paw Sox. The beach (any and all of them). Narragansett Bay. 🎵Sail away on the Block Island Ferry🎵 jingle. 'gAN-sett. cr-AN-stIN. Del's Lemonade. Fried clams (little necks are the best kind). Those NY System Weiners are amazing, gotta get the traditional way with celery salt. A cabinet is a type of milk shake. So is an Awful Awful (awful big, awful good). Newport is overrated but it has the nicest beaches. Oh, Thayer Street! PPAC. I'm sure I could dig up more of my childhood but I'm getting rambly.

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Manulife Investment Management Enters Minority Partnership with Parreira Almond Holding Company

Manulife Investment Management has unveiled a minority partnership with Parreira Almond Holding Company, LLC (PAHC), a family-owned firm specializing in almond hulling, shelling, processing, and marketing. The partnership is expected to facilitate future growth for PAHC and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, RPAC, LLC (RPAC) and Parreira Almond Processing Company, LLC (PPAC). In addition to…

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Come From Away - Providence Performing Arts Center

Come experience Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY, winner of Best Musical all across North America, at the Providence Performing Arts Center February 21-26, 2023. This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into…

[inspectorlyfra]

Breathe for the fic ask!!

All at once, it was gone, and when Loki realized she could breathe she was gulping the air in like she'd never get another chance.

man i forgot i wrote this. hurt my own emotions with that one lmaooo for context im doing all this with my mechs au fic :]