Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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A HIGH-STAKES FIGHT OVER AMERICA’S MAPS
In Louisiana v. Callais, the Court is weighing whether Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act will still meaningfully protect minority voters from being sliced apart or packed into districts that dilute their power. For decades, that provision has been the legal backbone for challenging unfair maps. If the justices narrow it or gut it…
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I Became Guardian to My Best Friend’s Daugh
Growing up in an orphanage with Lila, I always dreamed of building the family we never had. When she died, leaving behind five-year-old Miranda, I couldn’t let her return to the system. I adopted her, giving her “stability, love, and a home she could rely on.” Parenting wasn’t perfect, but all the “bedtime stories” and…
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Most People Miss This Hidden Detail in
Look closely at Wendy’s blue collar and you’ll see it: the soft curve of an “M,” the hint of an “O,” the return to “M” again. “MOM,” tucked into the folds of a little girl’s blouse. It isn’t a marketing gimmick or a design flex. It’s Dave Thomas’s quiet tribute to the women who gave…
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Green Yolks in Hard-Boiled Eggs? Here’s Why and How to Prevent It
Why Hard-Boiled Eggs Turn Green and How to Fix It Have you ever cracked open a hard-boiled egg, only to find the yolk sporting a mysterious green hue? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Let’s uncover why this happens, whether it’s safe, and how to prevent it. The Green Yolk Mystery Why do bright yellow yolks sometimes…
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Jamaican reagge icon, dies aged 81
Jimmy Cliff, the magnetic reggae trailblazer and actor whose voice defined joy, rebellion and survival through classics like “Many Rivers to Cross,” “You Can Get it If You Really Want” and “Vietnam,” has died at 81. He poured pure soul into every note, creating some of the most unforgettable songs in reggae history. But now,…
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I Just Discovered a Strange Little Nook in My Hallway…
A Mystery in My Hallway When I moved into my 1940s house a few years ago, I noticed a strange little nook in the hallway. Not very deep, maybe three feet high, with a peaked top. I stared at it for minutes, wondering: What in the world is this for? Too small for a bookshelf. Too…
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Overnight, someone marked my neighbor’s driveway with an X, making them worry it’s intentional. What does it signify?
Mystery X on a Driveway: What Does It Mean? In a quiet suburban neighborhood, a morning routine was disrupted when a resident woke to find a large X spray-painted on their driveway. The bold mark stirred unease and raised questions: was it random vandalism, a targeted message, or part of a larger trend? Neighbors quickly…
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What the Number of Triangle
At first glance, it’s just a pyramid of colorful triangles — a playful image on social media. But the longer you stare, the more your mind shifts. Some see 9 triangles, others 13, 16, or even more than 20, each convinced their count is correct. This isn’t about math — it’s about perception. Psychologists call…
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Trump’s Press Secretary Leaves White
In a stunning turn of events, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has made headlines once again, this time by addressing the latest controversy surrounding federal worker buyout offers. As speculation swirls about the intention behind the program, Leavitt took to the podium to set the record straight, dismissing claims that the initiative is designed…
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People Are Coming Out As Berris**ual
What “Berrisual” Means — and Why It’s Gaining Attention Online** A new identity term, berrisual**, is emerging across online queer spaces like Reddit, Tumblr, and LGBTQ+ wikis. It describes people who are attracted to women and feminine or androgynous genders, but only rarely to men or masculine genders. As one Urban Dictionary entry explains, it refers to…
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