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Notebook: Tiger Role Model? \| 12/14/2009 The debate over athletes as role models is back on the front burner thanks to the recent Tiger Woods scandal. Will Tiger be able to turn it around? Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Obama's Nobel Speech \| 12/10/2009 Katie Couric discusses U.S. President Barack Obama's recent speech upon his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize, as he was quick to defend American foreign policy.
Notebook: As The World Turns \| 12/09/2009 Katie Couric discusses CBS Network’s decision to end the long-running “As The World Turns,” which itself has been the victim of a changing world where moms no longer stay home to watch daytime soaps.
Notebook: Copenhagen \| 12/07/2009 An ominous cloud is hanging over the climate change summit in Copenhagen. Katie Couric comments on the scandal surrounding scientists who concealed evidence concerning global warming.
Notebook: Troop Increase \| 12/02/2009 President Obama announced that he'll send an additional 30-thousand troops into Afghanistan, it's a decision that some say could ultimately define his presidency. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: World AIDS Day \| 12/01/2009 More than one million Americans have HIV and as many as 33 million people worldwide. Katie Couric comments on the responsibilities of individuals and the world in fighting this epidemic.
Notebook: Critical Week \| 11/30/2009 It is an historic week in an already historic year as President Obama faces critical moments on some of the most crucial challenges in his administration. Katie Couric comments.
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.

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Notebook: Tiger Role Model? \| 12/14/2009 The debate over athletes as role models is back on the front burner thanks to the recent Tiger Woods scandal. Will Tiger be able to turn it around? Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: Obama's Nobel Speech \| 12/10/2009 Katie Couric discusses U.S. President Barack Obama's recent speech upon his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize, as he was quick to defend American foreign policy.
Notebook: As The World Turns \| 12/09/2009 Katie Couric discusses CBS Network’s decision to end the long-running “As The World Turns,” which itself has been the victim of a changing world where moms no longer stay home to watch daytime soaps.
Notebook: Copenhagen \| 12/07/2009 An ominous cloud is hanging over the climate change summit in Copenhagen. Katie Couric comments on the scandal surrounding scientists who concealed evidence concerning global warming.
Notebook: Troop Increase \| 12/02/2009 President Obama announced that he'll send an additional 30-thousand troops into Afghanistan, it's a decision that some say could ultimately define his presidency. Katie Couric comments.
Notebook: World AIDS Day \| 12/01/2009 More than one million Americans have HIV and as many as 33 million people worldwide. Katie Couric comments on the responsibilities of individuals and the world in fighting this epidemic.
Notebook: Critical Week \| 11/30/2009 It is an historic week in an already historic year as President Obama faces critical moments on some of the most crucial challenges in his administration. Katie Couric comments.
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.