Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The Trump administration has launched a bold new federal buyout program, offering nearly 2 million civilian employees full pay and benefits through September if they resign by February 6. The initiative, called the “deferred resignation program,” aims to cut government spending and bring employees back to the office— citing that only 6% of workers in…

A Strange Sight When we moved into our new home, one thing unsettled us: a tree covered in blue glass bottles. My kids wanted to take them down, but I asked them to wait. The Tradition Explained Curious, I asked a neighbor. She smiled and said, “They’re called bottle trees. Some say they trap bad…

  Two teenage girls were mowed down and killed Monday in leafy Cranford, New Jersey, by a hit-and-run driver who had allegedly been stalking one of them.   The two 17-year-old Cranford High School students, Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, were riding on an ebike together around 5:30 p.m. when a black 2021 Jeep with…

man was sentenced to prison after being found guilty of a serious offense involving a minor. Just two days after his incarceration, fellow inmates filmed a disturbing “welcome” video that. Has drawn attention online. A group of individuals wielding weapons abducted a 16-year-old student traveling from Bristol to London in the United Kingdom.   According…

A Birthday Surprise I planned a magical party for my adopted son’s tenth birthday—balloons, lights, and cake. But instead of celebrating, he cried. “My birthday was yesterday. Today’s my brother’s birthday,” he whispered, revealing something I never knew. The Wooden Box He brought out a small box filled with photos and notes. One picture showed two boys:“That’s…

On my eighteenth birthday, my grandmother gave me a red cardigan she had knitted. I thanked her politely, then rushed out, too caught up in youth to appreciate her effort. Weeks later, she passed away, and the cardigan became a symbol of guilt, folded in my closet, untouched. Years later, while cleaning with my fifteen-year-old…

Why Your Cooked Chicken Sometimes Releases White Goo The Unexpected Surprise You pull a perfectly seasoned chicken breast from the oven, expecting a golden, juicy masterpiece—and then you see it: a strange white substance pooling around your poultry. It’s not what you envisioned, but don’t worry. This is completely normal. Personal chef and culinary instructor…

Clarksville, Tennessee — December 2023. In the early days of December 2023, a devastating tornado outbreak tore through parts of Tennessee, leaving behind a trail of wreckage, fear, and heartbreak. One of the hardest-hit areas was the city of Clarksville, where entire neighborhoods were flattened in minutes, lives were upended, and countless families were left…

Emily Compagno’s career path is one that, at first glance, might appear scattered, even improbable. She has been a practicing attorney, a captain on the Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad, and now, a familiar face as co-host of Fox News’ midday program Outnumbered. To some, the résumé looks like a patchwork stitched together from unrelated pursuits.…

After an intense week-long search, authorities have finally located the 17-year-old teenager who had disappeared under mysterious circumstances.   The search had gripped the local community, with volunteers and police working tirelessly to uncover any leads. Family, friends, and neighbors had expressed growing concern as each day passed without any news. case took a shocking…