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Known for his romantic and powerful depictions of nature, Larson captures the raw energy of a stormy sea, and a ship struggling against the elements. The dark, turbulent sky and the churning waters convey a sense of danger and the overwhelming force of nature, a theme central to Larson’s work. This painting is considered one of his masterpieces, showcasing his mastery of atmospheric and maritime scenes.

Stormy Sea was painted by one of Sweden's foremost 19th-century painters, Marcus Larson. His paintings were known for being dramatic; they primarily depicted rivers under violent skies as well as shipwrecks in storms. Today we present his classic scene of a dramatic and intense seascape.

Astro Photo of the Day

The night side of Pluto spans this shadowy scene. In the stunning spacebased perspective the Sun is 4.9 billion kilometers (almost 4.5 light-hours) behind the dim and distant world.

What Happened on November 16th

November 16, 1922
IBM System 360 Designer Amdahl Born

IBM System/360 hardware designer Gene Amdahl is born in Flandreau, South Dakota. The System/360 marked IBM’s transition from discrete transistors to integrated circuits, as well as its move to a focus on electronic computer systems rather than punch card equipment.

Good day, everyone!

No matter where you are in the world or what challenges you're facing today, remember this: you are not alone. We are all connected, and together, we are stronger than any obstacle in our path.

Let's face today with courage, kindness, and a determination to lift each other up. Even a small act of compassion can ripple outwards and create a wave of positivity. Share a smile, offer a helping hand, or simply lend an ear to someone in need.

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CounterSocial is the first Social Network Platform to take a zero-tolerance stance to hostile nations, bot accounts and trolls who are weaponizing OUR social media platforms and freedoms to engage in influence operations against us. And we're here to counter it.