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The photo was taken by JWSTs MIRI detector, then colorized and aligned by Spaceguy44. The resulting warped image is known as an Einstein ring, a special kind of gravitational lensing. An example of gravitational lensing is Hubble’simageof Abell 370. In fact, astronomers have reconstructed animage of the galaxythat proves his statement. When capturing galaxies, an effect calledgravitational lensingcan occur. Photo:NASA,ESA, and J. Lotz and the HFF Team(STSSci) Photo:ESA/Hubble&NASA, T. Treu

Screenshot:KJRH-TV Oklahoma TV news anchorJulie Chinwas speaking live on-air when suddenly she had trouble communicating. Im sorry, the anchor said to her audience. Something is going on with me this morning, and I apologize to everybody. Screenshot:KJRH-TV At that point, Chin knew something was wrong. She tossed the broadcast to the meteorologisttaking the camera off herselfand her colleagues sprung into action and called 911. It was a good thing they did; Chin had most likely been experiencing the beginnings of a stroke....

This significant event was actually delayed by four years. Both Barack and Michelle Obama chose the artist of their official portrait:Robert McCurdyandSharon Sprung, respectively. Comparatively, Sharon Sprung’s portrait of Michelle Obama, though still realistic in style, is more expressive. When the Obamas lifted the blue curtains covering their portraits, the audience immediately burst into applause. Later, the former President gave a few words about the significance of these two historic pieces....

Queen Elizabeth II in 2015. (Photo: cheekylorns2/Depositphotos) September 8, 2022 was the end of an era. Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully, ending her time as Britains longest-reigning monarch. Queen Elizabeth II in 2015. (Photo: cheekylorns2/Depositphotos) For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth fulfilled her royal duties with stoic pride. The first was Winston Churchill. Two days later, at 96 years old, she passed. Queen Elizabeth II in 1990. (Photo:Library and Archives Canada,CC BY-NC-ND 2....

Treefrog pool party by Brandon Guell, Costa Rica/USA. At dawn thousands of females arrived at the pool to mate and lay their eggs on overhanging palm fronds. Each female lays around 200 eggs, creating huge egg masses. “Treefrog pool party” by Brandon Güell, Costa Rica/USA. Highly commended, Behavior: Amphibians and ReptilesLocation: Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas, Costa Rica“Plagued by mosquitoes, Brandon waded chest-deep into the murky water where a gathering of male gliding treefrogs were calling....

The Kid of Mosul by Antonio Denti, Italy. Shot on iPhone 11. Italy’s Antonio Denti clearly demonstrates this with his evocative image, titledThe Kid of Mosul. “The Kid of Mosul” by Antonio Denti, Italy. Grand Prize Winner. Shot on iPhone 11. TitledAnti-Social Distancing, the absurdist photo blends Surrealist imagery with the current stress of the pandemic. Check out the winning photos from the 2022 iPhone Photography Awards. Anti-social Distancing by Rachel Sela, Sweden....

Allen, who owns a gaming company, proudly wrote about his win on the Midjourney Discord. What will we have then? Does this seem hypocritical to you guys? TL;DR Someone entered an art competition with an AI-generated piece and won the first prize. This is a similar issue that has concerned manyAI ethicists. In some ways, this debate between the merits of the idea versus technical execution is nothing new. Throughout theItalian Renaissance, scholars debated whether it was the idea or who actually painted the canvas that mattered....

Whatever it was quickly shuffled away and she thought nothing of it. She thought it was someones dog,explainsher husband Phil. Jenn woke up their children, 12-year-old Noah and 10-year-old Ari, to meet their new pet. The family nicknamed the adorable intruder Oscar, in honor of their communitys tradition of giving seals that name. A ranger from the Department of Conservation was able to safely trap Oscar and bring him back to sea....

Before October 2015, Grandma Joy only lived vicariously through Ryans outdoor travels in nature. She was a widow who had lived alone for 20 years. But we had painful and uncomfortable conversations too. Memories crawl out of the shadows while youre being hypnotized by the passing landscapes. Every relationship is an amalgam of sweet and sour, and we have rumbled with all those emotions. It is the only path to peace....

The immortal jellyfish, Turritopsis nutricula. These incredibly unique beings come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Particularly incredible is the tinyTurritopsis dohrnii. The immortal jellyfish, Turritopsis nutricula. (Photo:Freshwater and Marine Image Bank, Public domain) Smaller than a human fingernail, it is known as theimmortal jellyfishfor its endless lifecycle. These polyps eventually detach into jellyfish known as a medusa. The immortal jellyfish differs from other species. The Turritopsis life cycle as illustrated in the late 19th century....

Artificial intelligence can help us produce realistic images that wouldn’t otherwise be possible. Each of the three portraits has slight variations in the color scheme of the costume and makeup look. Midjourney AIcreated these insightful portraits, which were then shared onTwitter. AI-generated art reimagines SNL actor Chris Farley as the Joker from theBatmancomic series.

Like many 20th-century movements,Art Decois celebrated for its undeniable impact on theModern Artmovement. What is Art Deco? Art Deco is a modernist movement that emerged in 1920s Europe. Initially known asStyle Moderne, it was noted for its avant-garde and elegant aesthetic. It also appropriated elements from ancient Egyptian and Aztec art, and often conveyed an interest in Classical sculpture. Paintings Paintings produced in the Art Deco style typically feature bold forms and busy compositions....

Together, they create ephemeral land art along the shores of the North Devon coast in England. The results are playful and highlight the beautiful colors to be found in using natural materials. At the same time, their creations speak to the fleeting nature of land art. They enjoyed the process so much that they began to do it every weekend. Now, years later, they continue to create land art, some of it going beyond the coast....