Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

On February 17, 2025, a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Toronto experienced a severe accident upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The aircraft, a Bombardier CRJ900 operating as Flight 4819 under Endeavor Air, overturned on the runway during its 2:15 p.m. local time arrival. All 80 individuals on board—76 passengers and four…

Barbara Eden at 92: A Timeless Icon, a Painful Loss, and a Legacy That Lives On Step aside, Aladdin! The legendary Barbara Eden, the woman who made the world believe in magic, celebrated her 92nd birthday on August 23, and the beloved actress continues to defy time. Decades after charming audiences with her role as…

“No way! No needles! I can’t stand them!” the patient exclaims. The dentist then reaches for the nitrous oxide, but the man immediately objects. “No chance! I’m not doing gas either. Just thinking about the mask makes me feel like I’m suffocating!” The dentist pauses, then asks, “How about taking a pill instead?” “No problem…

Math can sometimes feel like it’s written in another language, especially for children trying to make sense of all those numbers and equations. It’s as if they’re in a world where everything seems familiar yet somehow doesn’t fit together as expected. Our little hero, however, isn’t just dealing with multiplication; he’s also finding humor in…

The 1972 Oscars was more than just an awards ceremony; it was a dazzling celebration of cinema that captured the essence of a time gone by. In recent years, I’ve really felt that the Oscars have become more bland and boring. It seems like it’s more about showing off than actually celebrating others and their…

Visiting the doctor isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time, but sometimes it’s necessary for our health and well-being. Yet, these appointments can occasionally unfold in unexpected and awkward ways, leaving patients with stories they won’t soon forget. We never quite know when illness might strike, but when it does, it’s crucial to seek medical…

The age-old question of whether to fully recline your airplane seat remains a hot topic—should your comfort come at the expense of someone else’s? Jake found himself at the center of this debate when his decision to recline sparked a reaction from the pregnant woman seated behind him. Here’s his account. On a nine-hour flight,…

Is it wise to ask your wife with how many men she had sex? I don’t know – but the guy in this funny story decided to do just that… In the course of a relationship, there are certain questions that tend to arise sooner or later. These inquiries can range from asking about hypothetical…

Although I don’t think the phenomenon is quite as common now as it was when I was a kid, you’ve likely been walking or driving through a neighborhood only to see a pair of sneakers tied together by the shoelaces and tossed up on to a power line. I always assumed this was just something…

In today’s fast-paced world, many people leave their phone chargers plugged in even when they’re not actively charging their devices. This habit, driven by convenience, is often overlooked, but recent advice from electricians suggests that it may not be as harmless as it seems. Understanding the risks associated with keeping chargers plugged in can help…