Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

1. The Announcement After days of speculation, Donald Trump confirmed on Truth Social that he plans to introduce a “$2,000 ‘tariff dividend’” funded by tariff revenue collected during his administration, especially from China. Supporters saw the plan as proof of his focus on ordinary Americans. 2. Symbolism and Strategy Trump presented the dividend as both practical…

Stockton, California — A Child’s Birthday Party Turns Into ChaosWhat began as a joyful Saturday celebration — balloons taped to fences, children laughing, a birthday cake waiting on the table — turned into one of the most disturbing scenes Stockton officials have described in years. YOUR_FB_EMBED_CODE_HEREAccording to early reports, at least 4 people were killed…

Children were laughing minutes before the bullets started. Then screams, chaos, and bodies on the floor of a birthday party banquet hall in Stockton, California. Four people dead. Kids among them. At least ten more rushed to hospitals. A gunman on the run. A city holding its breath, begging for answers, desperate for jus… The…

Cameron Hamilton’s ouster wasn’t just a personnel change; it was a warning shot. A former Navy SEAL who had already considered resigning, he chose instead to defend a federal lifeline he believed Americans still needed. One day after publicly rejecting the idea of eliminating FEMA, he was dismissed by top Homeland Security officials and a…

Markie Post, beloved for her warmth, humor, and grace, left a lasting mark on television before her passing in 2021 at age 70. Best known as Christine Sullivan on Night Court, where she appeared in 159 episodes, she charmed audiences with her sincerity and comedic timing. She later brought that same energy to roles like Barbara…

Looking for a simple, low-cost way to boost home security? A new trick making waves online involves wrapping your door handle with aluminum foil. It may sound odd, but this clever hack can serve as both a warning system and a potential deterrent to intruders. To use it, wrap the outside door handle tightly with…

Most people dream, even if the details fade by morning. But when someone we once cared about appears, the experience feels different, often leaving emotional weight that reflects lingering connection. Experts say these dreams often happen during life transitions—new responsibilities or major changes—bringing familiar faces to help process unacknowledged feelings. “Often, the emotion the dream…

The narrator’s in-laws constantly entered her home without warning, treating it like an extension of their own because they had contributed 30% of the down payment. Their intrusions escalated from rearranging her kitchen and installing a security system to reading her mail, accessing her accounts, and sorting her belongings. When the narrator discovered them going…

A tragic story has emerged about a couple who met online and seemed to have found love in the digital age. They connected through a popular dating platform and quickly formed a deep bond. Friends and family described them as inseparable, sharing pictures and stories of their adventures together. Their online romance, which started with…