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Document UN Vote On Syria Fails
 The UN Security Council failed to pass a draft resolution aimed at pressuring Syria's government to stop its violent crackdown on dissidents on Saturday morning. NPR's Michele Keleman and Kelly McEvers join guest host David Greene to update the vote and the fresh breakout of violence Saturday morning. (02/04/2012)
Document Massive Moscow Rally Calls For Putin's Exit
 In Moscow on Saturday, tens of thousands of protesters braved the sub-zero temperatures to gather in the city center. They were demonstrating against Vladimir Putin's planned return to the presidency next month. Guest host David Greene has more. (02/04/2012)
Document 20 Million Years Later, Russians Work To Drill Into Lake
 Russian researchers in Antarctica are on the verge of piercing a hole through two miles of ice into an ancient lake, untouched by the light of day for some 20 million years. But it'll be a delicate process to break through without disturbing the pristine waters. Guest host David Green speaks with Antarctic researcher John Priscu about the process. (02/04/2012)
Document Activists: Syrian Assault Leaves More Than 250 Dead
 In Syria, the death toll is rising after what activists and opposition leaders are calling a massive offensive by pro-government troops in the city of Homs. Activists say at least 250 have been killed in what may be the single most violent day since Syria's anti-government uprising began in March. (02/04/2012)
Document Standing In Defense Of Diet Coke
 Living abroad helped me to see just how obsessed we are in the U.S. about giving each other tips about what <em>not </em>to put in our mouths. (02/04/2012)
Document Sturgeon Scarcity Affects More Than Caviar
 Sturgeon have been swimming around for more than 200 million years, but their eggs are sought after for caviar. This week, the National Marine Fisheries Service placed the Atlantic sturgeon on its endangered species list. Guest host David Greene speaks with Dr. Ellen Pikitch, executive director of the Institute for Ocean Conservation Science at Stony Brook University. (02/04/2012)
Document Producers Pitch Dream Reality Shows
 Two thousand people who make reality television gathered this week for a convention in Washington, D.C. No appearances from Snooki or Padma, but there were representatives from <em>Celebrity Wife Swap</em>, <em>Deadliest Catch</em> and <em>Rocket City Rednecks</em>. Hundreds of producers vied for the chance to pitch network executives their ideas for new shows. (02/04/2012)
Document Why Would Lady Gaga Hang Around Lancaster, Pa.?
 Pop star Lady Gaga has recently been spotted in Lancaster County, Pa. Guest host David Greene looks into the rumors of what she's up to. (02/04/2012)
Document China's New Pick-Up Truck Suspiciously Ford Tough
 The Chinese automaker JAC unveiled their latest design this week, and it bears a rather notable resemblance to the Ford F-150. Though the engine is much smaller, the JAC 4R3 will go on sale across China and in Africa and Latin America, after its debut at the Beijing motor show in April. (02/04/2012)
Document Houseboat Company Floats Back To Business
 One employer just starting to come back from the brink is Majestic Yachts Incorporated, a houseboat manufacturer in Kentucky. Guest host David Greene checks back in with the CEO, Jim Hadley. He last spoke to Hadley in February 2009 as part of NPR's <em>First 100 Days Project</em> about the impact of the recession. (02/04/2012)
Document The Top College Ball Team You've Never Heard Of
 The top 10 teams in men's college basketball are mostly the usual suspects, Kentucky, North Carolina and the like. One team no one expected has snuck into the polls this week: the Murray State Racers. Guest host David Greene is joined by Ricky Martin, the sports editor of the <em>Murray Ledger-Times</em>. (02/04/2012)
Document Protesting Chinese Village Elects A New Path
 Residents of a Chinese village who rebelled against corrupt local officials have been choosing an election committee. Some observers are highlighting the unusually open and fair voting process, but there are villagers who think their struggle is far from over. Guest host David Greene checks in with NPR's Louisa Lim in Beijing. (02/04/2012)
Document Why We Debate If Eli Manning Is Elite
 Tom Brady will lead the New England Patriots into Super Bowl 46 in Indianapolis on Sunday. He's already won the Super Bowl three times before. Standing in the way of yet another Patriots victory are Eli Manning and the New York Giants. But a debate is raging over whether Manning belongs among the elite in the game. (02/04/2012)
Document Protesters Flood The Streets In Moscow
 Opponents of Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin marched through the streets of Moscow Saturday in another large demonstration against alleged voting fraud. The protest is seen as a test both for the opposition and Putin, ahead of March's presidential election. Guest host David Greene gets the latest from NPR's Corey Flintoff in Moscow. (02/04/2012)
Document Dedicated Fans Have Never Missed A Super Bowl
 Though most people will never attend a single Super Bowl, there are three men who have seen them all. Don Crisman and Larry Jacobson are part of a group that calls itself the "Never Missed a Super Bowl Club," and they have no plans to end the streak any time soon. Guest host David Greene catches up with them as they prepare for Sunday's game in Indianapolis. (02/04/2012)

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