By the way, take a look at the Google page today: Google is featuring a math-themed doodle   to celebrate the quadratic equation : 𝑎 𝑥 2 + 𝑏 𝑥 + 𝑐 = 0 aiming to make algebra interactive and fun for students and teachers. The animated doodle highlights how this formula shapes curves and has real-world applications in physics, engineering, and sports.   To kick-off this posting, I first asked Google AI,  tell me the timeline since 28February2026 of how President Donald Trump has attempted to explain why the U.S. is at war with Iran . Timeline of Events and Statements February 28, 2026:   The U.S. and Israel launch coordinated strikes, with reports indicating the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Late February/Early March 2026:   President Trump states the mission is to destroy Iran's missile capabilities, navy, and nuclear ambitions, and to stop Iranian funding of proxies. March 1-2, 2026:   Trump suggests the operation could take "four to fi...

I've almost totally ignored topics like Donald Trump, international hotspots and the like for months.  So today, a quick look at news of the world.  Of course, the most noteworthy is still the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy.   But I don't want to spoil your TV-watching, so will be mostly circumspect in my reportage.  I won't give final results of the day ( and the events today will be over by the time I release this posting ), unless it is so earth-shaking that something has to be said. With that, I can send you to the best location to see what has happened, and what you can anticipate in the future.   This is the official site of these Winter Games . While this is bringing you up to date, I will continue to include the  official medals tally.   If some of you are concerned that your country isn't doing well, there are 12 days left. To segue into the real world,  American Olympic athletes are having a hard time being honest about w...