The Russians think they’ve got a clean water sample from Lake Vostok. We’ll have to wait a bit to be sure. Their last sample was bad. They might find life, they might find cold water. However, the US is actually ahead on the search for life, just from another lake. I still think Vostok is more interesting, the water there is older.

Gun control has been a hot topic in the wake of the Sandy Hook Massacre. Here in Central Texas, Travis County officials are poised to take a step in the right direction.

Good morning everyone, and welcome to 2013. I hope it’s a fantastic year for all of you.

No chocolate was eaten by any dog during the shooting of this photo.

Get better fast John. We miss you and love you.

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