Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Hollywood Loses a Master of Sound”
Death of Thomas Causey Thomas Dewitt Causey, Jr., one of Hollywood’s most renowned sound craftsmen, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 76 in Cathedral City, California, after a long illness. The news was confirmed by his family and film industry media.See more… Who Thomas Causey Was Causey was a sound mixer…
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Silenced Forever: A Hip-Hop Era Loses One of Its Strongest Voices
John Forté, a Grammy-nominated artist and key contributor to 1990s hip-hop, has passed away at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts. He was only 50 years old. Authorities said there were no signs of foul play, and the cause of death is under investigation by the state medical examiner.See more… Forté became widely known for his…
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Basketball star tragically passes away on the highway
With heavy hearts, the HBCU sports community is grieving after reports confirmed that basketball player Andre Bell was tragically killed in a highway shooting in Nashville. The shocking incident has sent waves of sorrow through teammates, students, and fans who followed his journey on and off the court.See more… According to early information, the shooting…
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He Made the World Laugh at Office Life… Today, His Pen Fell Silent
Legendary cartoonist Scott Adams — the creator of the iconic workplace comic strip Dilbert — has died at the age of 68 after a long battle with metastatic prostate cancer, his family confirmed today.See more… Dilbert first debuted in 1989 and became a beloved satire of office life, appearing in thousands of newspapers worldwide at…
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A Genius Who Changed the World of Chemistry Passes Away
Edith M. Flanigen, legendary American chemist, has passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born on January 28, 1929, in Buffalo, New York, and from an early age, she was inspired by her teachers to pursue a career in science. Flanigen graduated as valedictorian from D’Youville College and went…
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Legendary Scientist Behind a Revolutionary Discovery Passes Away at 82”
Louis E. Brus, a renowned American chemist and professor at Columbia University, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 82. He was internationally recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to nanotechnology and physical chemistry, particularly for his work on tiny semiconductor structures known as quantum dots.See more… Brus was born on August 10,…
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A Legendary Voice in Faith and Publishing Has Passed
Christian author and publishing leader Robert David Wolgemuth has died at the age of 77. Wolgemuth passed away on January 10, 2026, following a brief battle with complications from pneumonia. He was surrounded by family and loved ones as he took his last breath, concluding a life deeply committed to faith, literature, and mentorship.See more……
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Passes Away at 78, a Respected Figure Who Left a Lasting Mark in Service and the Community
Henry Jacob Madinger Jr., 78, passed away on January 12 in Ohio, surrounded by his family. The news was announced through official obituary notices, bringing sorrow to relatives, friends, and the community where he was known and respected.See more… Born and raised in Ohio, Madinger Jr. had a long career in the United States Navy,…
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An Unforgettable Legend Has Passed Away
Football legend Terry Yorath has passed away at the age of 75 after a brief illness. He was one of the most prominent figures in British football, best known as a midfielder for Leeds United and as the captain of the Wales national team, for which he earned 59 caps and served as captain in…
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The Woman Who Changed Hundreds of Lives Has Died at 92”
Lois Jean Eskenazi, a well-known philanthropist and supporter of the arts and healthcare in Indianapolis, passed away on January 4, 2026, in Jupiter, Florida, at the age of 92. She was born on February 20, 1933, in Chicago and later moved to Indiana, where she attended university.See more… During her time at Indiana University, Lois…
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