Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Meinung: Deutschland steht ein langer, harter Winter bevor
Lange Zeit hieß es, das Coronavirus habe Deutschland nicht so heftig im Griff wie andere Länder. Umso größer ist jetzt der Schock. Auch die Politik rennt der Pandemie mittlerweile hinterher, meint Jens Thurau. Das Corona-Virus und die Deutschen im Frühjahr: Das waren Kontakt-Beschränkungen und ein entschiedenes Handeln der Politik. Die Deutschen lernten das Arbeiten im…
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US-Wahl: Wenn die Wahlnacht keinen Gewinner bringt
Viele Briefwähler und die tiefgreifende politische Spaltung könnten ein schnelles Wahlergebnis bei der Präsidentschaftswahl in den USA verzögern. Welche Szenarien könnten auf den Wahltag am 3. November 2020 folgen? Für gewöhnlich laufen die Ergebnisse der US-Wahl in der Nacht ein. In den frühen Morgenstunden räumt anschließend der unterlegene Kandidat in einer Rede seine Niederlage ein.…
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What Is ‘Fake HDR,’ and Should You Buy HDR Blu-rays?
S.Gvozd/Shutterstock High-dynamic-range (HDR) video is taking off in a big way. Some of your favorite movies are already available with enhanced color and brightness, and look even better than they did in their original theatrical releases. But some remasters have caused critics to cry foul, igniting a debate around technical capability and artistic intent. What…
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How To Tell What’s True or False On The Internet
They say the truth is out there and that does include the internet. The problem is that the truth is drowned out by the sheer weight of twisted, misleading and outright false information. The good news is that with some (un)common sense, it’s possible to get a good sense of what’s likely to be true…
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How To Transfer Files Via Bluetooth To Your PC
If you want to transfer files between different devices, you have a few options. You could use a direct cabled connection, but this only works if your device supports this and if you have the correct cable to hand. You could use cloud storage to sync your files between devices, but this relies on an…
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Tonal vs. Mirror vs. Weela: Three Smart Home Gyms That Make You Sweat
The average person today seems to be abnormally busy. If that’s you, maintaining good physical health is really important. Physical activity has been shown to improve mental health, energy, and alertness as well as prevent illness, all of which are critical to supporting an always-on-the-go lifestyle. Study after study has proven this, yet, as compelling…
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US-Sanktionen in Afrika: Keine klare Linie
Die Sanktionspolitik der USA in Afrika könnte eine Aktualisierung gebrauchen: Sogar Verstorbene stehen auf der Liste der geächteten Personen. Und der Sudan ist zum Spielball im US-Wahlkampf geworden. Menschenrechtsverletzungen und das Befeuern von Konflikten können zu Sanktionen seitens der USA führen Seit 1993 steht der Sudan auf der Liste von Staaten, denen die USA vorwerfen,…
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Niederlage gegen Aufsteiger Stuttgart: Hertha BSC – ein Hauptstadt-Flop
Was hatte man sich nicht alles vorgenommen vor der Saison? Viel Geld und gute Worte gab es, außerdem neue Spieler und den Anspruch, der “große Hauptstadtklub” mit gutem Fußball zu werden. Bislang? Weit gefehlt! Eigentlich hätten die Verantwortlichen bei Hertha BSC an diesem Samstag glücklich sein können: 4.000 Zuschauer im Olympiastadion! Wie sehr hätte man sich andernorts…
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What We’re Watching: Netflix’s ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’
Netflix/YouTube.com I absolutely loved The Haunting of Hill House when it was released on Netflix last year. I wanted a second season but knew that wasn’t possible since the story had a very satisfying ending. But I got to have my cake and eat it too, as The Haunting was later announced as an anthology series,…
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Meinung: Sprecht miteinander! Und handelt danach!
Religionen streiten nicht nur. Sie sind auch miteinander im Gespräch. Auch virtuell in Riad. Religion und Religionspolitik sind auch politisch relevant, meint Christoph Strack. Ausgerechnet in Saudi-Arabien, das Land, das Grundrechte und auch Religionsfreiheit ignoriert und aus dem wohl der Auftrag zur barbarischen Ermordung von Jamal Khashoggi vor gut zwei Jahren kam, fand das Treffen…
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Ronaldos Corona-Infektion: Das Virus hat die Serie A im Griff
35 Profis befinden sich in Quarantäne, unter ihnen Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. Zwei Spiele vielen bereits aus. Und der Streit um die Einhaltung der Hygienregeln ist eine ganz neue Disziplin in Italiens Serie A geworden. Am Samstag-Abend trifft Italiens Serienmeister Juventus Turin auf Aufsteiger Crotone. Bei dieser Dienstreise wird einer nicht dabei sein: Cristiano Ronaldo. Der Superstar…
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How to Download Your Own YouTube Videos
YouTube makes uploading videos easy. Downloading them is another story altogether. Here’s how you can download any video you’ve ever uploaded to YouTube. How to Download a Single YouTube Video From the YouTube homepage, click your profile image at the top-right corner of the screen. If you don’t see your Google profile image, you’ll need…
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Nanoleaf’s New Essential Line Is a More Affordable Take on Smart Lighting
Nanoleaf Alongside announced new options for its Shape series, Nanoleaf took the wraps off a new Essential smart lighting line. As the name suggests, it fits the more traditional mold with an affordable $20 smart bulb and $50 LED strip. And unlike the Nanoleaf products that came before, Essentials uses Thread for smart home communication.…
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Nacon’s Official Xbox Game Streaming Controllers for Android Come in Two Sizes
Nacon We’re in the middle of a renaissance of controllers for phones, thanks to a similar boom of streaming services. Nacon, a smaller accessory maker, is jumping into the fray with two models officially licensed for Xbox Game Pass streaming. The Nacon MG-X (the lil’ one) and MG-X Pro (the big ‘un) both hold an…
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How to Export Your Google Keep Notes and Attachments
Vladimka production/Shutterstock Google Keep offers a reliable and frustration-free note-taking experience, but it’s always a good idea to back up your notes once in a while. You can easily extract a copy of your Google Keep’s archive with Google’s dedicated backup tool, Takeout. To use it, visit the Google Takeout page and log in with…
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How to Keep Low Power Mode Enabled Permanently on Your iPhone
Apple’s Low Power Mode is essential for making an older iPhone’s battery last longer. Normally, iOS turns off Low Power Mode automatically when your iPhone charges to 80% capacity. But you can use a Shortcuts automation to keep Low Power Mode enabled forever. Here’s how. First, open the Shortcuts app, which Apple added as a…
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Delete or Clear Jump List Recent Items in Windows 7, 8 & 10
Back in the days, I wrote an article on how to clear the recent items list in Windows. If you added the Recent Items option to the Start Menu, you or anyone else could see all the files you recently opened! If you’re a privacy freak who doesn’t want someone else to see what kind of documents you’ve been opening,…
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Remove Shortcut Arrows from Desktop Icons in Windows
In all versions of Windows, whenever you place a shortcut on the desktop, it will overlay an arrow in the bottom left-hand corner as a visual sign that it’s a shortcut. If you don’t care to have that arrow, you can remove it in a couple of different ways. In this article, I’ll talk about…
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How to Connect Xbox 360 to Windows PC
If you have an Xbox 360 console, you can easily share all the pictures, videos and music stored on your computer with your console. This is nice if you have your Xbox connected to your huge flat-panel TV and want to show your family and friends home videos or pictures. Depending on what operating system…
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Song Stuck In Your Head? Hum it to Google Search!
Google/YouTube.com Have you ever had a song stuck in your head but had no idea what it was? Maybe you didn’t even know any of the lyrics, which makes it hard to search. This has happened to me more times than I care to think about. But those days are gone because now you can hum…
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How to Uninstall Apps and Games on Google TV
Installing apps and games helps you take full advantage of your Google TV streaming device. But, inevitably, you’ll end up with some you don’t want anymore. Here’s how to uninstall apps and games on Google TV. Small streaming devices, like Chromecast with Google TV, usually don’t have a ton of storage space. And everything you…
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Design Everything from Cars to Factories in These Excellent Sandbox Games
Flashbulb, Squad, Wube Software LTD. Video games can be great outlets for creativity, but what if you want them to push your mind a little further? There are plenty of sandbox titles that feature robust building systems, in-depth mechanics, and plenty of tools to tinker with to allow you full control over complex mechanisms. So…
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How to Use a Real GameCube Controller or Wiimote in Dolphin
Tinxi/Shutterstock.com Emulation is a great way to experience your favorite games, but without the original controller, it can feel inauthentic. Here’s how to set up Nintendo’s official peripherals in the Dolphin Wii and GameCube emulator for PC. What You’ll Need To use a real Nintendo GameCube controller with Dolphin, here’s what you’ll need: An official Nintendo…
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How to Make Your iPhone Scream When You Plug It In
Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock At the end of a long day of doomscrolling, both you and your iPhone probably feel like screaming. If you really want to freak out your friends, you can make your iPhone scream whenever you unplug it on iOS 14 or later. Let’s get it set up! Step 1: Get the Custom Scream…
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