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The architecture of the Thompson Center in Chicago’s north Loop always fascinated me. The building is exceedingly different than anything around it while seeming to fit right in at the same time. The food court in the lower level was convenient and had great variety. I can’t wait to see Google’s plans for the building become a reality. Google Chicago office: Plans to update the Thompson Center https://www.timprobst.com/2024/01/01/5216/

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12/31/23 Last time we’re going to see this date for 100 years! https://www.timprobst.com/2023/12/31/5211/

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Pretty sure Florida State is starting to realize why they were left out of the playoffs right about now. https://www.timprobst.com/2023/12/30/5208/

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For everyone missing baseball, the universe has you covered. A Crater in Arizona Is Proof of the Universe’s Wicked Curveball https://www.timprobst.com/2023/12/26/5199/

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It is absolutely unacceptable to give in to disgusting and clearly racist politicians hell-bent on taking us back two or three generations in thinking. We need to expect more from our university leaders and politicians. Someone needs to be strong enough to say no! Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans that would scale back diversity positions https://www.timprobst.com/2023/12/10/5169/

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Stories like this help remind me that businesses can make a positive difference and do amazing things when they are actually owned and run by actual humans. When you do right by your employees and customers, success is sure to follow. Why Alchemist, brewer of the popular IPA Heady Topper, decided to launch a beer called Just Say Gay https://www.timprobst.com/2023/11/11/5110/

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It’s Day 2 of Media Literacy Week! What events are you going to attend today? https://medialiteracyweek.us/events/list/?tribe-bar-date=2023-10-24 https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/24/5088/

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I am grateful to the 22 Republicans that voted against Jordan for Speaker of the House. That leaves just 199 representatives with seriously questionable decision making skills including my own representative. It’s a start, though. House Speaker Election House Delays 3rd Vote After Jordan Fails Again https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/18/5075/

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The House cannot possibly elect Jordan as Speaker. He is unworthy of the responsibility inherent in the position 2nd in line to the presidency for all Americans. He has done nothing in his legislative career to prove he is any kind of leader. Who’s next? Jim Jordan rejected in first round of House speaker vote | AP News https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/17/5073/

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The Chicago Bears radio broadcast is almost unlistenable with Tom Thayer as the color commentator. Of course, I understand how disappointing the Bears are and have been for some time, but Thayer’s constant negativity makes this even worse. Need a great example of a passionate former player broadcasting for a struggling team, go back and listen to replays of the great Ron Santo. He wore his heart on his sleeve, and you could feel his heart break when things weren’t going well for the Cubs, but you never felt negativity like the kind that flows from Thayer’s mouth. It’s time for a change. https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/15/5071/

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This is what happens when supporters of one of our major political parties elects candidates that couldn’t pass a civics test even if it was open book. Steve Scalise drops speaker bid as House devolves into further turmoil https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/13/5068/

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Starlink’s biggest issue is not going to be its technology. Its success will come down to trust of its leadership of which there is very little in the population as a whole. SpaceX details Starlink-for-phones plan, launching in 2024 | Ars Technica https://www.timprobst.com/2023/10/12/5067/

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Dems ‘Have Passion for Stealing’ Elections: Fox News Lets Gingrich’s Lies Go Unchallenged Knock it off, Newt! You were once second in line to the United States presidency. You know what you are saying is complete nonsense. Everyone knows that you know this. Have some respect for the office you once held and speak truthfully from the position you now hold. Words are important. https://www.timprobst.com/2023/06/04/4905/

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John Coltrane and Eric Dolphy’s fearless experiment sets a new album ablaze Coltrane fans, mark your calendars for July 14th! If the single of “Impressions” is any indicator, this album is going to be massively fun to explore. https://www.timprobst.com/2023/06/02/4899/

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I delayed applying for an Apple Card until recently when Apple introduced their savings account with 4.15% APY paid monthly but accrues daily. The features of the Wallet app for Apple Card are outstanding! It is easy to keep track of your spending and has a visual indicator of the categories with the most spending. Most importantly, it is easy to pay your balance daily if you so desire. Apple should consider creating some sort of WalletKit or API so other banks can make it so easy to really control credit card spending. The Apple Card already has great features that differentiate it from other cards. Consumers will continue to use it even if other banks are able to enhance their user experience with an enhanced Wallet app. https://www.timprobst.com/2023/05/30/4892/