Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Note: we are republishing this story, which originally made the news in June 2018. While Victor Fiorillo went out for a drink at night, he decided to go to the Old Philadelphia Bar in the City of Brotherly Love. He wanted a beer and some good company, but when he saw the sign etched on…

A recent image of a plus-sized passenger struggling to fit into an airline seat has sparked a heated debate about seating policies in the airline industry. The photo, shared by consumer advocate Christopher Elliott and reposted by the hip-hop group Pretty Ricky, highlights the difficulties faced by larger passengers. Some argue that passengers who cannot…

America’s most beloved family has been involved in a car accident while traveling to a concert. The family, known for their close-knit bond and regular appearances on social media, was on their way to a highly anticipated event when the unfortunate incident occurred. Authorities quickly arrived at the scene, and details of the crash remain…

Melania Trump has spent less than 14 days at the White House since her husband’s second term began in January 2025, with some sources even suggesting that estimate is generous. The former First Lady has largely kept a low profile, making limited public appearances, including attending the White House Easter Egg Roll and the funeral…

When choosing church attire, balance appropriateness, comfort, and respect. The dress code varies by congregation, with traditional services often requiring formal attire and casual services allowing more relaxed clothing. For formal services, women should wear knee-length dresses or skirts, paired with blouses or cardigans, and closed-toe shoes. Men can opt for suits or blazers with…

Tressa Middleton was horrifically raped by her brother aged 11, while Alfie Patten has battled the bottle since claiming to have become a teenage dad. They were the poster children of ‘Broken Britain’ – a tragically abused girl who became a mum at 12, and a boy who claimed he had fathered a child aged…

Yvonne Craig (1937–2015) was an American actress and ballet dancer best known for playing Batgirl in the 1960s Batman TV series. Born in Illinois and raised in Ohio, she trained as a ballerina before turning to acting, with early roles in Gidget (1959) and It Happened at the World’s Fair (1963) alongside Elvis Presley. Her…

Maternal nightmare: the shadow of the past and the threat of divorce Maternity leave became for me, Ana, an ordeal that nearly destroyed our family. In a small town on the banks of the Tagus, those three years caring for our first son, Alejandro, transformed my marriage to Miguel into a battlefield. Now that life…

Sir Anthony Hopkins shared a video on Instagram in which he dances in his kitchen, leaving netizens delighted. The 85-year-old screen legend pulled off some epic moves while preparing pasta, and fans are overjoyed by the spectacle. In the new video, Anthony smiles as he twirls around his splendid kitchen to Dean Martin’s “Mambo Italiano.”…

He left the role of Batman, broke up with his wife, lost contact for a while with his children, became an alcoholic. was hospitalized, went out and fell again, was criticized and insulted, suffered a motorcycle accident and vowed to get up. And 17 years later he finds his first love (Jennifer Lopez), who brought…