Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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What That Circular Bump on a Milk Jug Is For
The Secret Function of the Circular Dent on Milk Jugs Most of us never notice it—the small, pressed-in circle on the side of your milk jug. It seems insignificant, yet it quietly performs multiple important jobs. Once you understand its purpose, you’ll never look at milk the same way again. Built-In Pressure Valve Every time…
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How Did This End Up Here?
That Mysterious Vial in Your Halloween Costume Halloween brings memories of plastic masks, candy-filled pillowcases, and last-minute costume adjustments. Sometimes, it also leaves behind small mysteries—like a soft plastic vial found in a costume pocket. What could it be? Often, it’s a leftover from a Scarecrow fang kit liquid, a key ingredient for realistic vampire teeth.…
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Seeing a plastic bottle on your car’s tire? This might explain why
A Simple Trick That Can Cost You Big Few things spook me more than the idea of someone swiping my car. It’s not just losing the vehicle—it’s the feeling of being violated. Just when you think you’ve seen every sneaky trick—from pennies jammed in door handles to tech hacks—a new, simple method emerges: a plastic…
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I married my stepdad and today he bores me… See more
stepfather has now revealed that the spark in their relationship has faded. What began as an unconventional love story has become a tale of emotional distance and disillusionment. Her candid confession has sparked heated conversations online about love, family dynamics, and the consequences of following one’s heart against all odds. In a recent interview, she…
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Cracker Barrel Responds to Custo
A Cracker Barrel in Connecticut drew attention after a customer noticed a ceiling decoration that looked like an inappropriate symbol. The company apologized and explained it was actually a wrapped cord from an antique soldering iron. Cracker Barrel said the item was part of a historical display but admitted it should have recognized how it…
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Trump Reveals Date Cheques Could G
Trump’s $2,000 “tariff dividend” is less a finished policy than a political bet. He has raised expectations with specific dollar figures and an informal deadline, yet his own officials admit they still don’t know who qualifies, how often it would be paid, or whether it would even arrive as cash. Early sketches from Treasury hint…
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Powerful earthquake strikes San Diego – Locals recount scenes of utter chaos.
5.2 Earthquake Strikes Near San Diego, Shakes Southern California A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Julian, California, late Monday night, jolting San Diego County and even sending tremors as far north as Los Angeles, nearly 120 miles away. The quake, which hit at approximately 11:23 p.m., was felt across a wide area of Southern California. Residents…
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Funny pictures that need second look
Sometimes, a single photograph can stir a sense of mystery and wonder. These curious images often prompt more questions than answers, capturing moments that seem beyond explanation. Whether it’s a strange light in the sky or an odd pattern in nature, they ignite the imagination.
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White House breaks silence as Karoline
Bruna Ferreira’s story is a collision of policy and flesh-and-blood consequence. Brought from Brazil as a child in 1998, she built a quiet life in the U.S., worked, and enrolled in DACA, believing it offered some protection. Instead, she now sits in the South Louisiana ICE Processing Center, facing removal to a country she barely…
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Breaking: Guard under fire — cha
1. Incident Near the White House A tense situation unfolded in Washington, D.C., after reports that “at least two members of the United States National Guard were shot” near 17th and I Street NW. Helicopters and emergency crews arrived quickly, but officials have not released the Guardsmen’s conditions. 2. What’s Confirmed and Unclear The attack happened in…
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