Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Malia Obama, now known professionally as Malia Ann, has made her directorial debut with the film “The Heart” at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. Born to former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, she chose her middle name for her career, a tribute to her late grandmother. After graduating from Harvard, Malia entered the film…

Keith Urban’s journey, from his romance with Nicole Kidman to his philanthropic efforts, reflects a multifaceted personality that extends far beyond his musical talents. Their love story, beginning with a chance meeting at “G-Day LA” in 2005, quickly blossomed into an engagement within three months, despite Kidman’s prior secret engagement and the couple’s initial lack…

Every visit to Target raises a curious question: What’s the story behind those giant red balls outside the store? Known as bollards, these iconic red spheres serve a critical safety function, rather than just being decorative elements. They’re strategically placed to prevent vehicles from driving onto the sidewalk and crashing into the store’s front doors,…

Tristan Weigelt, a 26-year-old tattoo enthusiast and apprentice, has dramatically transformed his appearance by covering 95 percent of his body with tattoos over the last five years. Weigelt, who embarked on this extensive body art journey when he was just 20, recently shared astonishing before photos, offering a stark contrast to his current ink-covered appearance.…

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has left Windsor for the first time since her recent stomach surgery. Following her operation at the London Clinic last month, she spent most of two weeks in the hospital. Details about her condition remain limited, with the royal family maintaining their usual silence. While rumors circulated about her…

Brad Pitt, once Earth’s most eligible bachelor, has found love post-divorce. His romance with Ines de Ramon has been public knowledge, with plans for a low-key 60th birthday celebration. PEOPLE reports Pitt’s commitment to De Ramon, introducing her as his girlfriend. Described as Brad’s “first proper relationship since the divorce” from Angelina Jolie, Ines de…

Former President Donald Trump emerges as the top contender among Republicans in the 2024 election, posing a challenge for Democrats. Despite ongoing efforts from the left, Trump’s popularity rises, particularly among minority groups. Democratic candidate Joe Biden faces internal opposition, with speculation about his successors intensifying due to concerns about age and cognitive abilities. Potential…

No matter how much we’d like to believe our kids are perfect, the stark truth is that none of them are. Now, I’m not suggesting the majority of parents aren’t doing their jobs – far from it – merely that childhood is a steep learning curve, one in which virtually all participants will make mistakes they’ll look…

It seems like you’re describing a scene from the movie “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” which stars Steve Carell. In this particular scene, Steve Carell’s character, who is trying to find a dance partner, ends up choosing a woman who is considered unconventional or not conventionally attractive by societal standards. Despite initial laughter or ridicule from the…