Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A week after Pope Francis’s funeral, former US President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope, complete with a papal mitre and a large crucifix. This image was posted on his Truth Social account, following his earlier joke about potentially succeeding the late pope. In the past, Trump had made…

I woke to a strange dragging sound and found our back door shattered, with Oscar, our horse, standing on the patio, looking frantic. His paddock’s latch was still locked. As I investigated, I noticed movement by the tree line—a small child, huddled near a fallen log. The child, Kendra, was around 9 or 10, with…

Seventeen-year-old Karmelo Anthony, charged with fatally stabbing fellow student Austin Metcalf during a Frisco, Texas track meet on April 2, is now out on bond and living in a high-end gated community—raising eyebrows. Originally held on $1 million bond, Anthony was released after it was reduced to $250,000. He’s now staying in a nearly $1…

Trump Wants to Reopen Alcatraz for America’s “Worst Offenders” Donald Trump is calling to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the infamous island prison closed since 1963, as part of a broader plan to crack down on violent crime and immigration. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the U.S. needs to isolate “vicious, violent, and repeat…

A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Argentina, 200 km south of Puerto Williams, Chile, triggering a tsunami warning. The quake occurred at 9 a.m. local time and was followed by four minor aftershocks. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported potential tsunami waves up to 9 feet in Chile and 3 feet…

Flight attendants have responsibilities beyond serving drinks—they are highly trained professionals focused on passenger safety. One key safety procedure is the “bracing position” they adopt during takeoff and landing. In a TikTok video, Cebu Pacific flight attendant Henny Lim explains this position, which includes securing seatbelts, sitting upright, resting hands on thighs with thumbs tucked…

Soong Mei-ling, wife of President Chiang Kai-shek and a key figure in 20th-century China, lived to 106, defying expectations after being diagnosed with cancer at age 40. Her longevity was attributed to a disciplined lifestyle, including a controlled diet, daily routines, and practices based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her daily schedule emphasized adequate sleep, with…

Many dog owners fear their pets being stolen, especially rare breeds. Chloe, the owner of a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees named Dandy, decided to dye his fur bright red to deter potential thieves. This decision has sparked debate online, with some praising the idea, while others question its ethics. Chloe uses vegan, pet-safe dye and explains…

On the 18th anniversary of Madeleine McCann’s abduction, her parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, shared an emotional message on their official “Find Madeleine” Facebook page. Reflecting on the years since her disappearance in Portugal on May 3, 2007, they thanked supporters for their unwavering dedication. They also honored Madeleine’s upcoming 22nd birthday and expressed their…

Conservatives are ramping up their calls for Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) to be held legally accountable for his role in pushing a now well-debunked claim that President Donald Trump was a dupe for Russian President Vladimir Putin during his first term. The so-called “Russian collusion” narrative, which Schiff and many others in the media pushed…