Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

I thought my father’s will would secure my future. Then the lawyer read a name I didn’t recognize. My grandmother’s fury was immediate. Who was Brenna, and why did my father leave her everything? And what secret was behind it? My life used to always be governed by rules. Every morning, a strict voice echoed…

Nail fungus, medically referred to as onychomycosis, is a common and persistent condition affecting millions of people worldwide. It often begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of the fingernail or toenail and, as the fungal infection progresses, it can cause nails to become discolored, thickened, brittle, and sometimes even painful. While…

Every shelter dog dreams of finding a loving home, but for some, those dreams feel farther away with each passing day. These dogs, repeatedly overlooked, begin to lose hope that they’ll ever find a family to call their own. This is the story of Rocky, a 3-year-old pit bull who has captured hearts through a…

In recent years, the European market has seen a rise in fake honey, with alarming statistics from the Active Consumers organization revealing that half of the tested honey brands fail basic quality standards. These standards include water content, electrical conductivity, HMF, diastase activity, and proline content. Honey is commonly adulterated through: 1.Dilution with glucose-fructose syrup:…

A married man rushed to the doctor after finding a stomach-turning 30-year smegma build-up in his pe.nis. The patient was taking a shower when he felt pain in his genitals and bits of hardened dirt began to fall into the drain. Mistaking them for kidney stones, he hurried to urologist Dr. Chen Zhaoan in the…

Ever since she entered the spotlight, Jennifer Lopez’s love life has been scrutinized under a microscope. From her decades-spanning romance with Ben Affleck to her rumored dalliance with Drake, Lopez’s list of suitors continues to captivate the public’s imagination. It’s a fascination that her ninth studio album This Is Me … Now and the accompanying…

The Grammy-winning musician Lizzo is openly discussing the subtleties of her international success and the largely white fan base that frequently accompanies it. The 34-year-old music sensation, whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson, gave an exclusive interview to Vanity Fair for their November cover story, sharing details about her musical path and motivations. Lizzo…

The 80s were a golden era for television, where only the best made it to the screen. The Dukes of Hazzard captured the hearts of millions, thanks to its action-packed scenes, iconic General Lee, and memorable cast. But like any beloved classic, the show had its fair share of bloopers, hidden facts, and mistakes that…

Tattoos can be artistic, but some signal gang affiliations, now present even in smaller towns. Recognizing these tattoos is crucial for safety. Examples include: – “14” or “88”: Neo-Nazi Aryan Brotherhood affiliations, often seen in prison. – Spiderweb: Indicates time served in prison, possibly joining a gang for protection. – Teardrop: Signals a murder committed…