Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

At the 2024 Oscars, several celebrities including Billie Eilish, Finneas, Mark Ruffalo, Ava DuVernay, Ramy Youssef, Quannah Chasinghorse, and Mahershala Ali were spotted wearing round red pins with a black heart and hand shape. These pins symbolized support for ending Israel’s war on Gaza, which began on October 7, leading to over 30,000 deaths, many…

Amidst growing environmental threats, Robert Downey Jr. emerges as a real-life superhero, championing environmental cleanup initiatives. His commitment reflects a crucial shift towards addressing climate change and pollution. Leveraging his influence, Downey Jr. plans to establish The Footprint Coalition, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to clean up the planet within a decade. Speaking…

During this year’s Oscars, Al Pacino made a glaring error by prematurely announcing the Best Picture winner, reminiscent of the infamous La La Land/Moonlight mix-up in 2016. Pacino skipped over the nominees, directly declaring Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer as the winner, bypassing the usual protocol. Despite the blunder, Oppenheimer secured several awards, sparking online chatter with…

Have you ever been wandering through the countryside or driving along a quiet country road and noticed something unusual – a boot perched on a fence post? It might seem like a random sight, but in some places, it carries a unique and intriguing meaning. Boots on fences are not just a coincidence; they can…

In the age of sleek LED bike lights and rechargeable batteries, there’s a charming piece of cycling history that continues to pedal its way through time—the vintage bicycle generator. A delightful relic from the past,these generators harken back to an era when cyclists relied on ingenuity and mechanical prowess to light up the night. The…

Hey there, fellow curious minds! Have you ever stumbled upon something old, rusty, and fascinating in your grandma’s backyard and wondered, “What in the world is this?” Well, you’re not alone because, guess what, the whole internet teamed up, scratched its virtual head, and still couldn’t quite figure out what we’re talking about – the…

Given how quickly times change and how quickly trends come and go, it’s no wonder that by the time we’re old, we feel as though we’re living in a world many of us don’t recognize. I’m not just talking about huge changes either, but also the small ones that seem to take place over the…

Republican National Committee on Friday elected a new leadership team to advance the party’s advocacies. The committee voted for Michael Whatley as chairman and Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump as co-chair.   For the newly elected officials, Lara and Whatley, this move signifies a “new dawn” at the committee. In addition to the team, Chris…

A political challenger to Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has emerged, casting a shadow over the Democratic prosecutor’s ability to project strength heading into a tumultuous stretch in her prosecution of former President Donald Trump. Courtney Kramer, a Georgia Republican and election integrity lawyer, has qualified to run for the urban seat, according to…

Dr. Carole Lieberman, a forensic psychiatrist who works with dementia patients, sees signs that Biden was drugged to mask cognitive decline, which is reflected in his aggressive mood last Thursday during the State of the Union address. Biden has long been hounded with issues regarding his mental acuity. During his remarks on Thursday, the audience…