Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Clint Eastwood reveals a story he’s kept quiet about for over 60 years
We all know and love movie star and director Clint Eastwood. With countless movie awards he has, for many years, been the symbol of masculinity for his iconic roles, not to mention his role in politics. His personal life is not something he shouts about but the 86-year-old star has had his fair share of…
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Dolly Parton’s Beauty Secret: How She Stays Glamorous at 77
Dolly Parton, the iconic country star, has always dazzled us with glamorous looks. Whether performing on stage or gracing the screen, it’s rare to see her without makeup. But have you ever wondered why she always wears makeup? Let’s delve into Dolly’s beauty routine and discover the secret behind her timeless beauty. Dolly’s Beauty Secret:…
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HEARTS Break for Michael J. Fox: ‘I don’t fear that’!
Michael J. Fox, who bravely battled Parkinson’s disease for 33 years, now copes with its challenges. He relies on medication to combat facial muscle paralysis, causing involuntary movements. Despite his struggles, Fox’s positive outlook on life inspires many. Director Davis Guggenheim, who spent time with Fox, wished for a similar perspective. Fox acknowledged that Parkinson’s…
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People are boycotting ‘Oppenheimer’ after ‘disgusting’ line offends ‘one billion people’
Days after Christopher Nolan’s three-hour global box office success Oppenheimer was released, it received a wave of backlash from the Hindu-right in India. The reason for that is one particular sex scene during which the main character, played by Cillian Murphy, reads from the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred text in Hinduism. Bhagavad Gita was likely…
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No one was willing to sing the national anthem, so one high schooler took off his helmet and grabbed a guitar.
There are very few things that get the blood flowing quite like a passionate rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. Just ask anyone who watched the performance of Jackson Dean Nicholson, a senior defensive end at Arundel High School, Maryland, a few years ago. We’re not talking about his in-game performance, mind, but rather his pre-game…
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