Topic: Katie Couric

Will Republicans now impeach Obama? (Is that a serious question?)

Emboldened by their massive success in the House Tuesday, Republicans are crowing about repealing 'Obamacare.' Democrats fear the GOP will now try to impeach Obama. Take all this with a grain of salt, one expert says.

Morgan Freeman receives apology from N.C. GOP candidate

Morgan Freeman: Republican B.J. Lawson's campaign blamed a political consulting firm for duping it into believing Morgan Freeman had done a voiceover for B.J. Lawson video ad.

Katie Couric election series: A nod to Charles Kuralt or Facebook?

With ‘American Voices,’ Katie Couric is reminiscent of Charles Kuralt crisscrossing the nation decades ago. But the series also shows how far broadcast media have fallen behind social media.

Parker/Spitzer struggles through good intentions and weird moments

CNN's debut of its latest prime-time news magazine show, with Eliot Spitzer and Kathleen Parker, was very earnest about trying to be serious and bipartisan. But it hit some jarring notes.

Christine O'Donnell and Sarah Palin: Top 5 comedic comparisons

What do Christine O'Donnell and Sarah Palin have in common? You mean, aside from the obvious? "Just give [O'Donnell] bangs and a pair of rimmed glasses and she'd be a dead ringer for..." Jon Stewart said on his show, flashing side by side photos of the two women after O'Donnell's victory in the Delaware Senate primaries last week. Political commentators can't resist the comparison, not just on where O'Donnell and Palin stand on the issues, but in other aspects as well, especially considering Sarah Palin's endorsement and mentoring of what many are calling her own "Mini-me." Why should comedians be any different?

Cheerleading may not be a sport, but it is an industry

Cheerleading is not a sport that meets Title IX requirements, a federal judge ruled. But for the millions who participate, it can be ruthless, and a hefty investment.

Larry King announces retirement; King says tired of 'nightly grind'

Larry King will do his last show on CNN in the fall. Larry King could be replaced by CBS News anchor Katie Couric. She has long been considered a potential successor.

Citizens of London

The Americans who made it to London post-World War II found a vibrant city fueled by courage and resolve.

International adoption: A big fix brings dramatic decline

International adoption has fallen sharply under tougher scrutiny caused by issues like Haiti's post-quake orphan scandal as well as stricter global regulations.

GOP cool to Obama’s offer to meet on healthcare reform

The GOP has asked to start with a clean slate on healthcare reform, but that’s not how Obama wants to approach it.

How to read "Game Change"

"Game Change" by Mark Halperin and John Heilemann offers more heat than light.

Curtains for prime time's 'Jay Leno Show'?

NBC's experiment with a prime time comedy hour appears to be a flop, with reports that the network is pushing the faltering 'Jay Leno Show' back to its old late-night slot.

When teleprompters go rogue

Teleprompters are an indispensable part of political life. But they can occasionally fail, leaving everyone from President Obama to Sarah Palin to fend for themselves.

Sarah Palin: What she said at Gridiron dinner

Sarah Palin spoke to the mainstream media at a Gridiron dinner Saturday.

Sarah Palin's 'Going Rogue': five not-to-miss tidbits

Highlights of Sarah Palin's 'Going Rogue' are well known. But her book also has some less-noticed details about Alaska politics and family life that are revealing.

'Going Rogue': Is Sarah Palin a creationist?

In 'Going Rogue,' Sarah Palin says she is a creationist, rejecting Darwin's theory of evolution.

Sarah Palin urges Israel settlement expansion, attacks Barack Obama

Sarah Palin calls for an expansion of Israel settlements – challenging 40 years of US policy – in an interview with Barbara Walters. Palin also criticizes Barack Obama for urging an Israeli halt.

Andre Agassi: what the critics say about "Open"

A look at some early book reviews of Agassi's memoir "Open".

Glenn Beck goes home to face - what else? - controversy

His hometown is giving Beck the key to the city. Before that, his fans paid up to $500 to see and hear the conservative commentator at Safeco Field in Seattle. Did we mention that he has a new book out?

Obama on Air Force One debacle: Mistake, won't happen again

Hey, it's the Rod Blagojevich reality TV show - live from a jungle

Poor Sarah Palin and her junior varsity staff

Sarah Palin to deliver huge speech -- except she doesn't know about it

The Roland Burris train wreck - "Not my fault" says PR guy

Too much Obama coverage? Some TV viewers have had enough!