Quote of the day by Leonardo da Vinci: “The painter who draws merely by practice and by eye, without any reason, is like a mirror which copies everything placed in front of it without being conscious of their existence”

True art transcends mere imitation, demanding purpose and a deeper message, as Leonardo da Vinci famously articulated. He likened artists who simply copy to mirrors, reflecting without understanding. In today’s world of instant replication, genuine creation stems from thoughtful analysis and a unique human perspective, not just technical skill. This principle remains vital for originality…

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Democratic primary

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is throwing her support behind former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed in the hotly contested Michigan Democratic Senate primary. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The move, first reported by The New York Times, marks one of the progressive congresswoman’s most…

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We Traced How U.S. Guns Get to Mexican Cartels

Gun traffickers have quietly moved what they say is an unprecedented number of weapons from the United States to Mexico. Our reporter Paulina Villegas followed the trail of these guns. By Paulina Villegas, Rebecca Suner, Jon Miller, Gabriel Blanco, Joey Sendaydiego, Stephanie Swart and Paul Ratje for The New York Times March 17, 2026 Source…

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