Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

It has become a trend on the internet to find tasks with images designed to train attention, concentration, and test the understanding of details. Typically, these tasks are also fun, but some are a bit mysterious. Today’s task belongs to this category. If you answer the question in the image correctly, you will solve the…

Tips to Prevent Sheets from Balling Up in the Dryer We all know the frustration of pulling fresh sheets from the dryer only to find them balled up. Here are some practical tips to keep your sheets fluffy and wrinkle-free. Separate Your Sheets Unfold each sheet before placing them in the dryer. Ensuring they don’t…

If there is one thing that people seem to love online, it’s seeing something controversial. The moment that they have the opportunity to argue about something, they are going to jump in with both feet and start a debate. This includes one artist on TikTok who has sparked a lot of controversy with her gender-defying…

History The vintage metal insect beetle trap, often a staple in early agricultural practices, dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As agriculture expanded, so did the need for effective pest control methods. Farmers and gardeners faced significant challenges from beetles and other destructive insects that could devastate crops. In response, inventors…

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Close to 20 million people around the globe have seen the TikTok video of a 2nd grader and his teacher throw down in a “Veggie Dance” dance-off. We tracked down the stars of the viral video at Deep Roots Charter School in Philadelphia‘s Kensington neighborhood and found out firsthand how they won…

Jerry Lewis is an American actor who is perhaps best known for his comedies and slapstick humor. He, along with Dean Martin, made the hilarious comedy duo, Martin and Lewis. He is respected and has been honored by his contributions in comedy, and he has also used his fame towards activism for muscle dystrophy awareness.…

Seven-year-old Alyssa received a worksheet from her teacher containing an admonishment in red ink, which read: “Stop writing your name in cursive. You have had several warnings.” This incident has sparked a debate. While teachers must be respected, discouraging a child like Alyssa from practicing cursive seems unjust. Learning cursive, though not a priority in…

A seemingly innocent math question for children has gone viral, sparking widespread debate online. Posted on Reddit, the brain-teasing puzzle has captivated thousands, leaving many searching for the correct answer. In the digital age, puzzles have become popular, fostering intellectual engagement and camaraderie. This latest puzzle, however, has proven particularly challenging, engaging diverse age groups…

Every week, a young widow visited her husband’s tomb to water the flowers. As she walked away, she never turned back. One day, a young man who had been observing her approached. “I see that you have shown great respect to your late husband,” he said. “I think it’s really lovely that you don’t turn…

The boss was perplexed as to why one of his most prized employees was absent and hadn’t called in sick one day. When he contacted the employee’s home phone line to report an urgent issue with one of the main computers, he received a childish greeting of “Hello?” “Is your daddy home?” He asked. “Yes.”…