Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

President Donald Trump made headlines after voicing support for Tesla and CEO Elon Musk during a White House event. Trump admired a red Tesla Model S and expressed interest in purchasing one for himself and gifting a Cybertruck to his granddaughter. A photo of him holding a handwritten note with Tesla pricing details quickly circulated…

Some women don’t need to speak — the world just stops and stares. That face, those eyes, that figure — Angelina Jolie was, and still is, the embodiment of timeless seduction. Her mere presence on screen has always been enough to melt hearts and leave audiences captivated. A perfect blend of wild beauty and limitless…

I was setting up a nursery six months ago and trying to decide whether to use cloth diapers or throwaway diapers. My life was about to turn upside down twice, and I had no idea it would.It began with a dull pain in my thigh. I thought it might have something to do with being…

Animal Abuse: Legal, Ethical, and Societal Implications Animal abuse is a severe offense that brings about legal, ethical, and societal repercussions. When cases of animal exploitation, particularly those shared online, surface, they reveal the darker side of digital platforms and underscore the urgent need for stricter enforcement of animal protection laws. Legal Ramifications of Animal…

In August 2021, Aireal Bonner accused a Birmingham restaurant, Southern Kitchen & Bar, of mistreating her and kicking her out due to her attire. She was told to leave after refusing to cover her crocheted top, which the restaurant claimed violated its dress code as a “bikini top.” Bonner, however, suspected her clothing wasn’t the…

ixteen-year-old Jake had never imagined that his quiet afternoon would take such a dramatic turn. He had just returned home from school when he walked in the door with a baby in his arms, causing his mother, Sarah, to freeze in disbelief. “Where did you get that baby?” she asked, rushing over to him with…

A tribute photo shared by Vice President Kamala Harris honoring the late President Jimmy Carter has drawn significant attention online — not for what it included, but for what it left out. The image, posted to Harris’ official social media accounts over the weekend, shows her standing alongside President Joe Biden and former presidents Bill…

Princess Diana’s legacy continues to inspire millions decades after her death. Her tomb at Althorp Estate, an island on Oval Lake, remains a peaceful, private place for her family, especially her sons, Princes William and Harry, to visit. Diana’s memory is preserved through the charity work of her sons, with William championing mental health and…

The White House is an iconic landmark, but it wasn’t always seen that way. When the “President’s House” was completed in 1800, the final product was a letdown. Americans and foreign visitors alike saw a stark, boxy structure, stripped of grandeur and sitting alone on barren land. There was nothing to suggest it would become…

Kansas City is facing an “unprecedented” tuberculosis outbreak affecting two counties, with health officials warning that the spread is still ongoing and not yet fully contained. As of January 24, 2025, the outbreak—the largest ever documented in U.S. history—has infected 67 people in Wyandotte and Johnson counties. Wyandotte accounts for 60 cases, while Johnson has…