Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A mom was just trying to get to work when the vehicle in front of her was slowing her down. Finally, she reached a stoplight and was able to pull closer. As she did, she noticed a sign on the SUV’s rear window. When she read what it said, she quickly captured a photo for…

A 22-year-old United States Air Force fighter pilot in training to become a Top Gun has achieved the title of Miss America. Madison Marsh, hailing from Fort Smith, Arkansas, secured the prestigious award at a ceremony in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday. Having been crowned Miss Colorado in May 2023, Second Lt. Marsh competed in the…

Many of us have, at one point or another, dreamt of finding some hidden treasure or long-lost artifact at a flea market. I know I have, in any case. And my hope is compounded by the fact that there are examples of people doing just that. Many, in fact (don’t try to tell me you’ve…

Actor Mark Wahlberg remains devoutly Catholic despite the faith’s unpopularity in Hollywood. During a recent appearance on the Today Show, he discussed his commitment to his beliefs and approach to sharing them. On Ash Wednesday, he appeared wearing ashes in the shape of a cross, symbolizing his participation in Lent. Wahlberg explained Lent’s fasting as…

The battle against unpleasant odors in the kitchen takes an unconventional turn with the use of toilet paper stored in the refrigerator. Opening the fridge often reveals stubborn, musty smells not caused by food but by the fridge itself. Enter the magic of absorbent properties – toilet paper, designed to quickly soak up moisture, becomes…

So it’s not like anybody keeps good records or anything, but it’s probably safe to assume there are a lot fewer cowboys and cowgirls around now than there used to be. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, around 39% of the population lived in rural areas in 1960, while approximately 61% lived in…

All shelter dogs dream of finding a home of their own, but some dogs get passed over time and time again, and begin to lose hope that they’ll ever get adopted. That’s what one heartbreaking viral photo showed, as a 3-year-old shelter dog looks devastated after not getting adopted again. But despite everything, there is…

Richard Gere had a perfect “hero” father who taught him everything he knew. Although he started his family later in life, the actor did not only learn the principles but replicated them in his fatherhood journey. He remains thankful to his dad and even named his firstborn after him. “Pretty Woman” Richard Gere may be…

In today’s fast-paced culinary world, brimming with high-tech gadgets, we often overlook the simple beginnings of kitchen tools. Consider the evolution of opening a canned good: what’s now a simple button push was once a skilled task, achieved with the ingenious can opener key. Let’s journey back in time to appreciate the origins, rise, and…