May 13 - It Was Better… But No One Used It

May 13, 2026 — Today is National Apple Pie Day, which tends to be more about association than the item itself.Today we’re looking at a few moments where things didn’t develop immediately.First, the start of the Mexican-American War in 1846, and how conflict expands once it becomes formal.Then, the first Formula One World Championship race in 1950, marking the beginning of a global system.And finally, early FM radio in 1939, which offered better sound but struggled to gain adoption.Plus, a look at Harvey Keitel, whose consistent approach helped define his work over time.It raises a question about how often change takes time, even when something improves.Anyway… that’s what I ended up finding while working through May 13.