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A majestic lion standing on a rocky cliff during sunset, highly detailed, realistic style

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A cute baby panda playing with bamboo, watercolor painting style

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Title: Mother of Monsters

In this hauntingly beautiful painting, a serene woman stands at the center, exuding a calm, almost regal presence. Her pale skin and somber gaze contrast starkly with the grotesque and chaotic forms that surround her. She wears a crown, marking her as a queen or divine figure—perhaps a goddess of creatures forgotten by the light.

Clutched gently in her arms is a small, reptilian monster, its wide eyes looking up at her adoringly. A serpent coils around her body, its head resting near hers like a protective companion. All around her, monstrous beings gather—grotesque and bizarre, with bulging eyes, sharp teeth, and twisted forms. Some leer menacingly, others look on with eerie devotion.

The color palette is muted and earthy, with heavy greens, browns, and reds that amplify the dark fantasy atmosphere. The painterly texture gives the image a timeless, mythological feel, reminiscent of Renaissance religious portraits—only here, the sacred has become the strange.

She is not afraid. She is not a victim. She is their mother.

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Top Left – A stylized portrait of a woman with flowing blue hair adorned with floral patterns, rendered in bold, warm tones of orange, blue, and yellow. The style evokes early 20th-century modernist influences.

Top Center – A geometric abstract piece dominated by angular shapes and strong color blocking in red, yellow, blue, and black. It reflects the aesthetics of constructivism and cubism.

Top Right – A vibrant still life featuring a bouquet of sunflowers and poppies in a deep blue vase. The textured brushstrokes and vibrant colors suggest an Impressionist or Post-Impressionist influence.

Bottom Left – A minimalist landscape composed of flowing, layered hills in warm earth tones with a large orange sun. The smooth gradients and simplicity of form give it a contemporary, abstract feel.

Bottom Right – A minimal line drawing of a seated woman with a serene expression, using clean, flowing black lines on a beige background. It channels the elegance and simplicity of Matisse’s line art.

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Trump swipes courts for getting in the way of deportation agenda and more top headlines

Good morning and welcome to Fox News’ morning newsletter, Fox News First. And here's what you need to know to start your day ...

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1. Trump swipes courts for halting deportation agenda

2. House rep enters race for Senate seat

3. Supreme Court justices go head-to-head

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Latest Updates: Vatican to Hold Pope’s Funeral on Saturday

A week before being admitted to a Rome hospital in February for bronchitis that developed into double pneumonia, Pope Francis wrote a preface for a book by Cardinal Angelo Scola, the former archbishop of Milan, titled “Awaiting a New Beginning: Reflections on Old Age.”

Drawing on his own experiences, Francis wrote: “We must not be afraid of old age, we must not fear embracing becoming old, because life is life, and sugarcoating reality means betraying the truth of things.”

Nations worldwide declared official periods of mourning on Tuesday following the death of Pope Francis, with memorial services held and flags lowered to half-staff in tribute to the pontiff, who died at 88 from a stroke.

Flags were lowered on Tuesday in honor of Francis at government buildings in countries including Australia, Japan, Britain, Italy and Lebanon. President Trump has ordered American flags to be flown at half-staff at all government buildings until Francis is buried.

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Before his hospitalization, the pope gave his reflections on old age.

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A week before being admitted to a Rome hospital in February for bronchitis that developed into double pneumonia, Pope Francis wrote a preface for a book by Cardinal Angelo Scola, the former archbishop of Milan, titled “Awaiting a New Beginning: Reflections on Old Age.”

Drawing on his own experiences, Francis wrote: “We must not be afraid of old age, we must not fear embracing becoming old, because life is life, and sugarcoating reality means betraying the truth of things.”

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Here’s more on the pope’s legacy and what comes next.

In life, Pope Francis shunned the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City in favor of a modest apartment. In death, too, he disdained ornateness, directing the church to inter him in a single coffin instead of the traditional nested trio.

But a funeral for a pope — which is set for Saturday at 10 a.m. — is never a simple matter.

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Trump's 14th week will be dominated by crucial trade talks

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Il consigliere Shkurtaj è uscito dal gruppo di maggioranza

X huliano Shkurtaj non sarà più un consigliere di maggioranza: "Giulio" ha infatti deciso di lasciare il gruppo Uniti per Serravalle (dove era stato eletto nel 2022 con 65 preferenze), per unirsi ad Attiva, la formazione dell’ex vicesindaco Federico Gorbi e di Elisa Lotti. E’ stato lui stesso a motivare la propria decisione, ufficializzando in queste ore l’uscita dal gruppo: "Le motivazioni che mi hanno spinto a prendere questa decisione sono tante, maturate ormai da qualche mese. In particolare è venuta a mancare la fiducia nei miei confronti da parte della maggioranza in quanto tutti i consiglieri sono ricoperti di delega a eccezione del sottoscritto. Per questo motivo non mi sentivo più preso in considerazione nonostante proponessi iniziative. Inoltre, non mi sento più in sintonia con alcune scelte di questa amministrazione e non avendone una visione chiara per il futuro, ho deciso di intraprendere questo nuovo percorso". A margine delle dimissioni, Shkurtaj prosegue ringraziando chi lo ha votato e rinnova il proprio impegno dall’altra parte della barricata: "Voglio ringraziare gli elettori che mi hanno consentito di far parte di questo consiglio, sono certo che capiranno la mia scelta. Continuerò a svolgere le mie funzioni da amministratore all’intero del nuovo gruppo consigliare Attiva, in modo da poter contribuire a costruire qualcosa di nuovo e funzionante per migliorare il nostro Comune". Salgono così a tre i componenti che hanno lasciato Uniti per Serravalle, a fronte di un consigliere, Andrea Basetti, che dal centrosinistra ha invece compiuto il percorso inverso, entrando, ormai un anno e mezzo, a far parte della maggioranza. "Prendo atto della decisione del consigliere – ha commentato il sindaco Piero Lunardi – mi spiace non averlo capito, ma quando c’è un problema penso sia opportuno parlarne. Se la mia maggioranza resta solida? Dico di sì".

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Treasury issues guidelines as govt transitions from cash to accrual accounting to tame corruption

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Trump pushes diplomacy with Iran as officials prepare to meet in Rome for nuclear talks

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Police records expose 'violent' behavior of deported alleged MS-13 gang member and more top headlines

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Trump administration refers NY AG Letitia James for possible prosecution over allegations of mortgage fraud