Video: Katie Couric's Notebook

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.

While President Obama departs for a 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Katie Couric says "Whatever!" to some of the most, like...you know...irritating words and phrases in the English language.

Katie Couric says "Whatever!" to some of the most, like...you know...irritating words and phrases in the English language.

As President Obama joins the prestigious list of Nobel Prize winners, Katie Couric comments that the award signals hope from the international community that a new day has dawned in America.

CBS News' Bianca Solorzano discusses the latest study which indicates that airlines, while frequently slapping fees on travelers, have increased times for flight delays.

Katie Couric discusses the U.S. military presence in Afghanistan, as President Barack Obama stands at the focus of a critical decision regarding levels of troop deployment.

A speech writer for Richard Nixon, conservative columnist William Safire has died at the age of 79. In our era of widespread abbreviations and slang, Katie Couric praises Safire, a master of diction.

Kelly Wallace speaks about the growing tensions over Iranian missiles. Iran's leaders insist their program is only for energy production, but world leaders are ready to react to a military threat.

Amid fears of H1N1, Katie Couric says that she won't fret if the French tradition of greeting people with kisses gets the "kiss off."

Ahead of the release of former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's new book "Read My Pins," Katie Couric comments on the gifted negotiator who isn't afraid to wear her heart on her sleeve.

Katie Couric comments on Moumar Khadafy and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who recently addressed the UN General Assembly and have stirred up much controversy.

Katie Couric comments on the frustration of getting a doctor's appointment. If Congress extends health insurance to more Americans, getting a doctor's appointment may become even more difficult.