Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Before you begin the next visual challenge, eliminate all distractions and focus on finding the 6 differences between the two illustrations in under 7 seconds. Put your eyesight to the test. Can you solve it in record time? Only 2% of users have succeeded within the time limit. Grab a magnifying glass, sharpen your focus,…

A message displayed on the front window of a Dairy Queen restaurant in Kewaskum, Wisconsin, has sparked controversy online. The billboard proudly showcases the restaurant’s embrace of traditional holiday greetings like “Merry Christmas” and “Happy Easter,” along with expressions of gratitude to veterans on Veterans Day. Restaurant owner Kevin Scheunemann defends the sign, stating it…

When people see vanity licence plates, it’s hard not to roll your eyes. This individual is determined to make a statement with their very greatest licence plates ever, rather than settling for a random combination of letters and numbers like the rest of us. “Oh, look at me, everybody!” At least in some cases. There…

On August 20, 2024, Jennifer Lopez officially filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, two years after their Georgia wedding. Their rekindled romance, once the subject of headlines, had begun to unravel. Despite Lopez’s efforts to save the marriage, insiders revealed she felt “very disappointed and sad,” with Affleck showing little “commitment and interest” in resolving…

Sometimes, we all need a good laugh to brighten our day. If you’re looking for a quick mood boost, here are six jokes that are sure to make you smile. Christmas Surprise: An elderly man calls his son, announcing his decision to divorce his wife. Shocked, the son demands he not make any moves until…

After a traumatic childhood event, Taylor’s mistrust of doctors led him to refuse moving for an ambulance, causing him to nearly lose everything. When his wife Polly suggested hiring a nanny to help with their three kids, Taylor dismissed the idea, arguing it was too expensive. Despite Polly’s pleas, Taylor remained adamant, believing that his…

Residents in Oklahoma discovered mysterious jelly-like sacs hanging from tree roots at McGee Creek Reservoir, sparking concerns of alien origins. However, scientists quickly reassured the public, explaining that these sacs are actually colonies of bryozoans, ancient creatures that have been around for over 470 million years. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) shared, “These…

Dolly and Ruby were talking about their grandchildren. Dolly sighed, “Each year, I send my grandchildren a card with a generous cheque inside. I never hear from them… no thank you, no message, nothing.” Ruby, listening with a knowing smile, replied, “I also send my grandchildren very generous cheques, but I hear from them within…

Marlo Thomas, once skeptical about marriage, surprised many when she wed Phil Donahue and embraced the role of stepmother to his five children. Despite her previous views on marriage, Marlo found a deep connection with Phil and his family over their 44-year marriage. Phil, a renowned television host, passed away on August 18, 2024, at…

When we discovered a hidden room in our new home, we had no idea it would turn our lives upside down. What we found inside forced us to move out, but this nightmare had an unexpected twist. Jack and I had saved for years to buy our first house. We began renovations eagerly. One morning,…