Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

A woman is accused of killing two schoolboys in the west of New South Wales twice. The boys, who were six and seven years old, were discovered dead on Monday afternoon at a semi-rural home outside of Coonabarabran in northwest New South Wales. Since then, a 66-year-old woman has been charged with two murders by…

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has once again voiced strong support for the administration’s proposal to reduce federal spending, emphasizing the plan as a responsible and historically grounded step toward long-term fiscal health. Speaking during a recent press briefing, Leavitt explained that the initiative is based on detailed recommendations from the Department of Government…

Jennifer Lopez experienced a tense moment outside her Beverly Hills home when a fan attempted to touch her arm as she was getting into her car. “Do not handle me in that manner!” she shouted, clearly upset by the unexpected contact. Security quickly stepped in, and the fan—who claimed he only wanted a photo—was escorted…

Scientists predict that the Soviet satellite Kosmos 482, originally launched in 1972 to travel to Venus, will crash to Earth today. The spacecraft, which has been in orbit around Earth for over 50 years after a rocket failure, is expected to land over water or an uninhabited area. Experts say the likelihood of it landing…

Louis Armstrong, the legendary jazz musician, was born into poverty in New Orleans and became one of the most iconic figures in music history. Known for his radiant smile, humility, and musical genius, he was admired by millions around the world. Despite his fame, Armstrong’s personal life was marked by hardship and secret relationships. Though…

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has responded to a West Point professor who announced he is resigning in protest over changes he and President Donald Trump are making to the U.S. military and its service academies.

My first birthday as a married woman was supposed to be simple—intimate, joyful, mine. A few close friends. Some food. Maybe a cake with too many candles. Nothing dramatic. Instead, I found myself mid-eyeliner wing, hair half-curled, and robe cinched like I was about to go twelve rounds with my reflection. I was whispering affirmations…

As people age, they often write wills, deciding who will inherit their assets. While many use this to take care of their families, others leave behind bizarre or unexpected requests that shock those left behind.One solicitor shared a story of a woman who set up a £100,000 trust for her pet goldfish, insisting it be…

Princess Beatrice Welcomes Baby Athena – A Name with Royal Meaning On January 22, 2024, Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi welcomed their second child, a baby girl named Athena Elizabeth Rose. Though born a few weeks early and weighing just 4 pounds 5 ounces, both mother and daughter are healthy and doing…

Justine Bateman Embraces Natural Aging Despite Hollywood Pressures Actress, director, and writer Justine Bateman, best known for her role in Family Ties, is speaking out about her decision to age naturally. Now 57, Bateman has faced pressure and criticism about her appearance but has refused plastic surgery or Botox. In an interview with 60 Minutes…