Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

When Penelope’s father insisted she change her appearance to resemble her stepmother in order to get a share of her inheritance, it seemed like a cruel joke. But the real reason behind his request, revealed at a family gathering, left her shocked and in tears. I need your help. Please. My name is Penelope, but…

I hadn’t heard from my stepdaughter, Hyacinthe, in what seemed like forever, so when she invited me to dinner, I thought maybe this was the moment—the moment we would finally reconcile. But nothing could have prepared me for the surprise that awaited me at the restaurant. My name is Rufus, I’m 50 years old, and…

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld federal rules from the Biden administration on “ghost guns” on Wednesday, which are mail-order kits that let people make weapons that can’t be tracked at home. This was a rare win for gun control groups at the conservative high court. The opinion was written by Justice Neil Gorsuch for a…

Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign is adamant that former President Donald Trump is reneging on his commitment to a debate in September.

King Charles and Queen Camilla’s relationship has faced significant challenges, starting with their controversial affair while still married to others. Despite public backlash, Camilla eventually earned a place within the royal family. Born in Sussex, Camilla had a close bond with her sister Annabel, who has remained largely out of the public eye but recently…

For years, my parents let my younger sister, Mia, steal everything from my older sister, Brit. She stole her dreams, her joy, and even her boyfriend. When Brit returned for a family reunion, pregnant and full of hope, Mia tried to take one last thing. But our family wouldn’t let her get away with it.…

Prince George has been a strong pillar of support for his mother, Kate Middleton, as she battles cancer. The young prince, at just 11 years old, has shown remarkable maturity, writing notes, drawing pictures, and spending time with Kate to lift her spirits. His efforts have brought comfort to her during this challenging time. This…

The dispute arose from Riley Gaines’ belief that the NCAA unfairly prioritized inclusivity over fairness in awarding medals, particularly in the case of Lia Thomas, a transgender swimmer. Gaines, a decorated swimmer, argued that Thomas’ participation in women’s competitions undermined the merit-based nature of sports. Gaines’ $50 million settlement serves as a vindication, reaffirming the…

In a controversial statement, comedian Roseanne Barr criticized Olympic gymnast Simone Biles for receiving student loan forgiveness despite her $14 million net worth. Barr argued that taxpayers should not be responsible for forgiving loans of wealthy individuals, questioning why athletes and celebrities benefit from federal relief programs. Biles, a decorated gymnast, had outstanding student loans…

Donald Trump is demanding the removal of his portrait at the Colorado State Capitol, claiming it is “purposefully distorted.” The portrait, painted by Sarah Boardman, hangs alongside other U.S. presidential portraits and has been there since 2019. Trump criticized Boardman, who had previously painted Barack Obama’s portrait well, saying hers of him was the “worst”…