Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Trump urges Republicans to end Obamacare
Trump Pushes to End Obamacare Amid Record Shutdown As the federal shutdown entered its 38th day, President Donald Trump urged Senate Republicans to scrap Obamacare and redirect federal health funds “directly to the people.” Trump wrote on Truth Social, “Hundreds of Billions of Dollars currently being sent to money sucking Insurance Companies… BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE PEOPLE…
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Rest in peace after father took his…
Julia Roberts has long been celebrated for her radiant smile, magnetic presence, and effortless grace. Yet her transformation for August: Osage County stunned audiences not because of glamour, but because of how completely she abandoned it. Filming in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the 44-year-old actress stripped away her Hollywood sheen and dove headfirst into raw, emotional realism.…
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Women wearing rings on pinky fingers
For over a century, rings have symbolized love, marriage, and commitment. Traditionally, they’ve been worn on the ring finger to indicate romantic involvement. However, a new trend is emerging—women are now wearing rings on their pinky fingers, and the meaning is quite different. This gesture has nothing to do with being taken or engaged. Instead,…
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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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The Trick Using Aluminum Foil on Door Handles
Boost Home Security with the Aluminum Foil Door Handle Hack Looking for a simple way to enhance home safety? One clever trick gaining attention is wrapping your door handle with aluminum foil. It sounds simple, but it can add a discreet layer of protection, alerting you to intruders while potentially deterring them. How It Works…
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Nana’s Simple Trick to Sparkling Ovens
Nana’s Easy Oven-Cleaning Trick Cleaning an oven doesn’t have to be exhausting. Nana’s simple method uses just three items: a dishwashing pod, a heatproof dish, and water. How It Works Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C). Fill the dish with water, drop in the pod, and place it on the middle rack. Let it steam…
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See a Purple Fence? Here’s the Meaning Behind It
The Mystery of the Purple Fence Have you ever walked through a quiet neighborhood or a country trail and spotted a purple fence? Not brown, not white—but bright purple, like someone dunked it in grape juice. Your first thought: why? Just an odd paint choice? Surprisingly, there’s a reason. In many rural areas, purple on…
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Italian Film Icon: Her Life, Legacy, and Career
A Star of Cinema’s Golden Age Claudia Cardinale rose to fame during the golden age of cinema, captivating audiences with her “magnetic presence and remarkable depth.” Her rare blend of beauty, intelligence, and emotion made every role feel profoundly human. Grace and Strength in Film Working in a male-dominated industry, she earned…
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The Quiet Miracle of the Praying Mantises
A Spring Discovery One spring morning, I noticed a cluster of praying mantises hatching from a small, foam-like case outside my door. Each one, no bigger than a fingernail, moved with delicate purpose — a quiet reminder that life continues, often unseen but full of meaning. Tiny Survivors Born without wings, the hatchlings…
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The Girl Who Baked Her Way Back to Hope
Finding Healing Through Baking At sixteen, grief left me alone, but the kitchen became my refuge. I began baking pies for hospice patients and shelters—each crust filled with love, memory, and hope. A Hard Beginning After a fire took my family, I lived in a shelter, studying by day and…
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