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Couric Confirms She's Leaving 'CBS Evening News'

NEW YORK -- Katie Couric has confirmed that she's leaving her anchor job at the "CBS Evening News." Couric also told People magazine in a story published Tuesday on its website that she hasn't decided what she's doing next. But she says she is "looking at a format that will allow me to engage in more...

'Three Cups of Tea' Author Tries to Shoot Down '60 Minutes' Allegations

Greg Mortenson, the embattled best-selling author of "Three Cups of Tea," and the board of directors of his charity are fighting back against allegations made by CBS' "60 Minutes" that he made up or embellished some of his famous stories. CBS also reported that Mortenson spent more of the money raised by the charity...

ABC Cancels Two Longtime Soaps From Daytime Lineup

NEW YORK -- ABC canceled two of its three soap operas on Thursday, consigning "One Life to Live" and "All My Children" - and Susan Lucci, daytime's most famous actress - to television history. The move leaves "General Hospital" as ABC's only daytime drama, one of only four that will remain on ABC, CBS and NBC's daytime...

On 'Today' Again, Katie Couric Says She's 'Excited About Future'

Matt Lauer wound up with a softball for Katie Couric this morning as the pair were reunited on NBC's "Today" show. "Have you heard any good rumors lately?" a teasing Lauer asked. "No, have you?" Couric answered her former co-host with a laugh, refusing to take the bait and reveal whether she'll be leaving "CBS Evening...