Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Prom wasn’t in the cards for me—at least, not according to my stepmother, Madison. When her daughter Ashley got a $3,000 dream dress and I asked if I could go too, Madison laughed me off. “One daughter in the spotlight is enough,” she said, without even looking up. But I didn’t argue. I called the…

Qatar’s $400M Jet Gift to Trump Sparks Ethics Debate A plan for the Trump administration to accept a $400 million luxury Boeing 747-8 jet from Qatar’s royal family is drawing criticism over ethical concerns. Nicknamed a “flying palace,” the aircraft could temporarily serve as Air Force One and later be donated to the Trump Presidential…

My Neighbor Totally Ruined My Windows with Paint after I Refused to Pay $2,000 for Her Dog’s Treatment When Julia refused to pay $2000 for a minor injury to her neighbor’s dog, it sparked an escalating feud. As tensions rose, Julia had to navigate the chaos while dealing with family struggles. But after her neighbor…

Twins Reunited by Chance at School When Henry and his daughter Sophie moved to Los Angeles, Sophie was nervous about her new school—until she met Sandra, a classmate who looked exactly like her. The two quickly bonded and believed they might be twins. Curious, Henry arranged a meeting with Sandra’s mom, Wendy. Both adults were…

Should You Store Butter on the Counter or in the Fridge? The butter storage debate often pits tradition against food safety. While some prefer to leave it out for easy spreading, others worry about spoilage. Butter’s high-fat, low-water content makes it less prone to bacteria, but it can still go rancid or grow mold if…

The Fisherman’s Ring: Symbol of Power, Mystery, and Humility The Fisherman’s Ring, or Anulus Piscatoris, symbolizes the Pope’s role as Saint Peter’s successor. Etched with Peter casting a net, it echoes Christ’s call to “be fishers of men.” When a Pope dies or resigns, the ring is destroyed to mark the end of his authority…

A photo of Donald and Melania Trump kissing at a baseball game has gone viral just days before Trump’s inauguration. The rare public display of affection surprised many, especially since Melania stayed mostly out of the spotlight during the 2024 campaign. Supporters praised the moment on social media, calling it sweet and romantic. Others questioned…

A tragic murder-suicide occurred in Nebraska on May 10, 2025, the day of a local high school graduation. Police found Jeremy Koch, 42, Bailey Koch, 41, and their sons Hudson, 18, and Asher, 16, dead in their Johnson Lake home. Authorities believe Jeremy fatally stabbed his family before taking his own life. The Kochs had…

Warning: This article contains discussion of violence, mental health, and suicide which some readers may find distressing. In a shocking and heartbreaking turn of events, a family of four has tragically lost their lives in what authorities are describing as an apparent triple murder-suicide. This devastating incident occurred on the morning of May 10, 2025,…

California Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff came to a stark realization about his party following the theft of his personal belongings a couple of years ago while visiting San Francisco. During a recent appearance on Bill Maher’s HBO program, the well-known architect of the false “Trump-Russia collusion” narrative acknowledged that his party could potentially lose power…