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Notebook: MP3 Volume \| 11/27/2009 Katie Couric discusses the dangers behind the noise levels of MP3 players, which can cause severe and often permanent hearing damage to listeners.
Notebook: Thanksgiving \| 11/26/2009 Katie Couric comments on the first thanksgiving on the Plymouth settlement in 1621 and the hardships and hunger that the Pilgrims endured.
Notebook: Hunger \| 11/25/2009 Last year, 49 million people were in danger of going hungry in the United States. More than 4 million children didn't get enough to eat. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Bowery Mission \| 11/24/2009 In this recession about one in 10 Americans sought help from a church or religious group to get by. Millions of people need a helping hand in these tough times. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Health Care Rhyme \| 11/23/2009 In the spirit of the holidays, Katie Couric offers a yule-tide assessment of the ongoing congressional debate over health care reform legislation.
Notebook: Susan Boyle's Dream \| 11/20/2009 Katie Couric sings praise for the overnight-hit music sensation, Susan Boyle, who will now witness a second career boost with the release of her aptly-titled new album, "I Dreamed A Dream."
Notebook: Military Obesity \| 11/19/2009 A new Pentagon report concludes that almost three-quarters of potential recruits are unable to enlist. One major factor is obesity. Katie Couric comments on the battle of the bulge.
Notebook: Mammograms \| 11/18/2009 A Government task force recently advising against routine mammograms for women under 50 who are not high risk. To screen or not to screen? Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Premature Birth \| 11/17/2009 A key factor in determining the quality of health care in industrialized nations is infant mortality rate. Sadly, the U.S. has not fared well in that category. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: 9/11 Trials \| 11/16/2009 Katie Couric discusses both praise and criticisms over the decision to try 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other alleged terrorists in New York City near Ground Zero.
Notebook: Friday The 13th \| 11/13/2009 As the year 2009 has three Fridays which fall on the 13th of the month, Katie Couric discusses those who fear this day and why it may not be as unlucky as once thought.
Notebook: Obama in Japan \| 11/12/2009 While President Obama departs for a four-nation trip to Asia, Katie Couric notes that his diplomatic visit could help to re-strengthen ties between the U.S. and Japan, which have recently been stained.
Notebook: Veteran's Day \| 11/11/2009 With Katie Couric on assignment, CBS News' Dave Price discusses the significance of Veteran's Day, as many veterans remain homeless or without health insurance.
Notebook: Sesame Street \| 11/10/2009 When Sesame Street first premiered 40 years ago today, it's make believe neighborhood was pretty rough around the edges, but now the show is a window into the world of children. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Berlin Wall \| 11/09/2009 Marking the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Katie Couric notes that families and friends once long-separated finally gained a chance for a reunion.
Notebook: Fort Hood \| 11/06/2009 The shooting at Fort Hood claimed the lives of 13 people and wounded 30 others. Katie Couric comments on the tragedy and the nation’s responsibility to give all soldiers care and security.
Notebook: Election Victory \| 11/04/2009 In the wake of a series of off-year elections which the Republicans have praised as pivotal defeats against the Democrats, Katie Couric discusses the impact of such heavily-contested races.
Notebook: Bystanders \| 11/03/2009 Katie Couric comments on "the bystander effect" and the gang rape that took place outside of a California high school, sparing a young woman a lifetime of emotional and physical scars.
Notebook: iPod Volume \| 11/02/2009 Listening to an iPod at a high volume for just an hour a day can cause permanent damage. Some officials want to force makers of MP3 players to lower default volume settings. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Sugary Cereal \| 10/30/2009 With millions of dollars spent advertising cereal overloaded with sugar to children, Katie Couric says that it may be time for parents to start selecting healthier options, such as oatmeal.
Notebook: Obama at Dover \| 10/29/2009 President Obama went to Dover Air Force Base late at night for the arrival of the bodies of 18 Americans who recently died in Afghanistan. Katie Couric says Mr. Obama faces difficult choices ahead.\
Notebook: Reform Bill \| 10/28/2009 Sen. Harry Reid made the decision to advance a bill including a public option. The existence of the option in the bill makes it a tough sell as no Republicans will support it. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Being There \| 10/27/2009 During childbirth, you'll usually find the man alongside the birthing mother. However, some say that the presence of a male partner adds more stress for the mother. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Elephants Wanted \| 10/26/2009 The Republican Party is looking for a few good men, and there is growing concern among some GOP leaders about this message. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Sec. Clinton \| 10/23/2009 As Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton's approval rating is at 65 percent, higher than both Michelle and President Barack Obama's. Katie Couric comments that even conservatives are changing their tune.
Notebook: Party's Over \| 10/22/2009 Ken Feinberg, who is in charge of overseeing executive pay at seven companies that received bailout money, reigned in Wall Street bonuses. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Penmanship \| 10/21/2009 Katie Couric comments on how penmanship is becoming a dying art. After elementary school, it is rarely reinforced, and with computers taking over, cursive is slowly fading away.
Notebook: Women's Insurance \| 10/20/2009 A hot topic on the senate floor has been women's health insurance. A national campaign has been raising awareness. In the insurance market, women can pay more than 48%. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Medical Marijuana \| 10/19/2009 The decision to relax federal policy on medical marijuana is sending the wrong message to Americans about illegal drugs. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Balloon Boy \| 10/16/2009 Millions watched a helium balloon soar thousands of feet in the air, fearing the worst: that a six-year-old boy was inside. Katie Couric comments on the turn of events.

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Notebook: MP3 Volume \| 11/27/2009 Katie Couric discusses the dangers behind the noise levels of MP3 players, which can cause severe and often permanent hearing damage to listeners.
Notebook: Thanksgiving \| 11/26/2009 Katie Couric comments on the first thanksgiving on the Plymouth settlement in 1621 and the hardships and hunger that the Pilgrims endured.
Notebook: Hunger \| 11/25/2009 Last year, 49 million people were in danger of going hungry in the United States. More than 4 million children didn't get enough to eat. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Bowery Mission \| 11/24/2009 In this recession about one in 10 Americans sought help from a church or religious group to get by. Millions of people need a helping hand in these tough times. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Health Care Rhyme \| 11/23/2009 In the spirit of the holidays, Katie Couric offers a yule-tide assessment of the ongoing congressional debate over health care reform legislation.
Notebook: Susan Boyle's Dream \| 11/20/2009 Katie Couric sings praise for the overnight-hit music sensation, Susan Boyle, who will now witness a second career boost with the release of her aptly-titled new album, "I Dreamed A Dream."
Notebook: Military Obesity \| 11/19/2009 A new Pentagon report concludes that almost three-quarters of potential recruits are unable to enlist. One major factor is obesity. Katie Couric comments on the battle of the bulge.
Notebook: Mammograms \| 11/18/2009 A Government task force recently advising against routine mammograms for women under 50 who are not high risk. To screen or not to screen? Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Premature Birth \| 11/17/2009 A key factor in determining the quality of health care in industrialized nations is infant mortality rate. Sadly, the U.S. has not fared well in that category. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: 9/11 Trials \| 11/16/2009 Katie Couric discusses both praise and criticisms over the decision to try 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other alleged terrorists in New York City near Ground Zero.
Notebook: Friday The 13th \| 11/13/2009 As the year 2009 has three Fridays which fall on the 13th of the month, Katie Couric discusses those who fear this day and why it may not be as unlucky as once thought.
Notebook: Obama in Japan \| 11/12/2009 While President Obama departs for a four-nation trip to Asia, Katie Couric notes that his diplomatic visit could help to re-strengthen ties between the U.S. and Japan, which have recently been stained.
Notebook: Veteran's Day \| 11/11/2009 With Katie Couric on assignment, CBS News' Dave Price discusses the significance of Veteran's Day, as many veterans remain homeless or without health insurance.
Notebook: Sesame Street \| 11/10/2009 When Sesame Street first premiered 40 years ago today, it's make believe neighborhood was pretty rough around the edges, but now the show is a window into the world of children. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Berlin Wall \| 11/09/2009 Marking the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Katie Couric notes that families and friends once long-separated finally gained a chance for a reunion.
Notebook: Fort Hood \| 11/06/2009 The shooting at Fort Hood claimed the lives of 13 people and wounded 30 others. Katie Couric comments on the tragedy and the nation’s responsibility to give all soldiers care and security.
Notebook: Election Victory \| 11/04/2009 In the wake of a series of off-year elections which the Republicans have praised as pivotal defeats against the Democrats, Katie Couric discusses the impact of such heavily-contested races.
Notebook: Bystanders \| 11/03/2009 Katie Couric comments on "the bystander effect" and the gang rape that took place outside of a California high school, sparing a young woman a lifetime of emotional and physical scars.
Notebook: iPod Volume \| 11/02/2009 Listening to an iPod at a high volume for just an hour a day can cause permanent damage. Some officials want to force makers of MP3 players to lower default volume settings. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Sugary Cereal \| 10/30/2009 With millions of dollars spent advertising cereal overloaded with sugar to children, Katie Couric says that it may be time for parents to start selecting healthier options, such as oatmeal.
Notebook: Obama at Dover \| 10/29/2009 President Obama went to Dover Air Force Base late at night for the arrival of the bodies of 18 Americans who recently died in Afghanistan. Katie Couric says Mr. Obama faces difficult choices ahead.\
Notebook: Reform Bill \| 10/28/2009 Sen. Harry Reid made the decision to advance a bill including a public option. The existence of the option in the bill makes it a tough sell as no Republicans will support it. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Being There \| 10/27/2009 During childbirth, you'll usually find the man alongside the birthing mother. However, some say that the presence of a male partner adds more stress for the mother. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Elephants Wanted \| 10/26/2009 The Republican Party is looking for a few good men, and there is growing concern among some GOP leaders about this message. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Sec. Clinton \| 10/23/2009 As Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton's approval rating is at 65 percent, higher than both Michelle and President Barack Obama's. Katie Couric comments that even conservatives are changing their tune.
Notebook: Party's Over \| 10/22/2009 Ken Feinberg, who is in charge of overseeing executive pay at seven companies that received bailout money, reigned in Wall Street bonuses. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Penmanship \| 10/21/2009 Katie Couric comments on how penmanship is becoming a dying art. After elementary school, it is rarely reinforced, and with computers taking over, cursive is slowly fading away.
Notebook: Women's Insurance \| 10/20/2009 A hot topic on the senate floor has been women's health insurance. A national campaign has been raising awareness. In the insurance market, women can pay more than 48%. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Medical Marijuana \| 10/19/2009 The decision to relax federal policy on medical marijuana is sending the wrong message to Americans about illegal drugs. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Balloon Boy \| 10/16/2009 Millions watched a helium balloon soar thousands of feet in the air, fearing the worst: that a six-year-old boy was inside. Katie Couric comments on the turn of events.