The anonymous British artist Banksy has created a new work of art for the age of coronavirus. It’s called “Game Changer” and it’s now on display at Southampton General Hospital in England. The black and white picture (see above from CBS) shows a little boy swapping out his Batman and Spider-Man toys for a nurse superhero action figure. The Guardian writes:
“Banksy left a note for hospital workers, saying: ‘Thanks for all you’re doing. I hope this brightens the place up a bit, even if it’s only black and white.’
After lockdown measures are lifted, the piece – which is approximately one metre square – will be put on public display. It will then be auctioned to raise money for NHS charities, a spokeswoman for Banksy confirmed.”
Meanwhile here in the U.S., it’s National Nurses Day and people here are doing their part to thank nurses as well.
The grounds crew at Fenway Park used the outfield grass to share a message today for #NationalNursesDay ❤️
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— ESPN (@espn) May 6, 2020
The nurses on the front lines of this crisis are American heroes. We owe them more than we could ever repay, but we can start by ensuring they have the protective equipment they need to stay safe, emergency paid sick leave, and premium pay. #NationalNursesDay
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) May 6, 2020
Thank you to all our nurses who risk their health to take care of the sick. You are doing God’s work.
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— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) May 6, 2020
Today is National Nurses Day! Sending love to all of you working tirelessly to keep us safe during this crazy time. If you know a nurse in the BSB Army or in your life, tag them in the replies to thank them! Shoutout to a few near to our hearts ❤️ #NursesDay #NationalNursesDay pic.twitter.com/Vkp5wJETfj
— Backstreet Boys (@backstreetboys) May 6, 2020
It's #NationalNursesDay. To the nurses across San Francisco and our country risking their lives to keep our families safe, especially during the #coronavirus crisis — #ThankYouNurses. https://t.co/xjZ8z0sdgZ
— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) May 6, 2020
"Nothing short of heroic."
To all nurses, the real All-Stars, thank you. #NationalNursesDay pic.twitter.com/kelgbkSqnK
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 6, 2020
And a big thank you to all the nurse out there from those of us at News & Guts as well.