Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

President Donald Trump outlined a bold plan on Truth Social to fund a nationwide dividend through tariffs. He promised: “A dividend of at least $2,000 per person (excluding high-income earners) will be paid to everyone.” How the Plan Works Trump’s strategy is straightforward: tax foreign imports, generate revenue, and return some of it to Americans.…

Bill Clinton’s video message, recorded after a week in the hospital, felt less like a routine health update and more like a quiet reckoning. His voice was soft, his frame visibly thinner, yet his words carried a stubborn resolve. He thanked the doctors and nurses at UC Irvine Medical Centre, insisting he was “doing great”…

For over 70 million Americans, the 2025 COLA increase is more than a statistic; it is the difference between catching up and falling further behind. A 3.2% raise means the average retired worker’s benefit climbs to about $1,790 a month, while disability, survivors’, and SSI benefits see modest bumps as well. Checks will start reflecting…

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…

Michael J. Fox makes heart-wrenching new statement after 30-year battle with Parkinson’s Michael J. Fox, a Parkinson’s disease warrior for three decades, shared a poignant update on his health. Despite the challenges, Fox, a prominent advocate, remains resolute in his fight against the condition. In a recent interview, he acknowledged the increasing difficulty of living…

In a recent move to combat anti-Semitism, former U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order that has significant implications for foreign students and individuals involved in pro-Palestinian protests. This order authorizes the deportation of international students who participate in demonstrations perceived as anti-Israel, aligning with the administration’s broader strategy to address campus activities deemed…