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The first known heart medicine was discovered in an English garden. In 1799, physician John Ferriar noted the effect of dried leaves of the common foxglove plant, digitalis purpurea, on heart action. Still used in heart medications, digitalis slows the pulse and increases the force of heart contractions and the amount of blood pumped per heartbeat.

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SATURDAY ON 48 HOURS MYSTERY 9PM/8C

Here's a note from Maureen Maher on Saturday's 48 Hours Mystery, Murder Comes Knocking:

"This week's show is all about young love... and what happens when it goes wrong. Jarrod Davidson and Kelee Jones met at college and fell in love... Kelee soon got pregnant - and wanting to do the right thing, Jarrod married his sweetheart. Only their romance was short lived, and their life together was anything but a bed of roses.

Shortly after they were married and Kelee gave birth to a beautiful little girl - the couple divorced - and there began a long and ugly custody battle. A custody battle where both Kelee and Jarrod involved their families - and the authorities.

Then, just several weeks before the next major round in court - Jarrod, was ambushed, gunned down and murdered in front of his own home. Many neighbors were too afraid to look out the window, but they heard the young college teacher yelling, "Help, they've killed me!!!" Investigators immediately suspected Kelee - - but there were other people, who had their own motives... and clearly by the words of the victim himself, there was more than one person involved!

How does a young romance and the birth of a child turn to such a tragedy - - this week, 48 Hours investigates what some people are willing to do for love, and for the notion of taking what they think is theirs... a sense of entitlement at any cost.

We found this case fascinating because it really proved to us, just when you think you have all the answers, just when you think you know who did it - - and why - - a single piece of evidence can turn the entire story around.

Not only was this story about the future of this young family, particularly the little girl Kelee gave birth to, but it was also very much about the past. And as is often the case - - the one bullet that killed Jarrod Davidson sent out painful repercussions to dozens of others who knew him, who knew Kelee, who know that little girl. My heart truly went out to Jarrod's parents - who are as innocent as their little grand daughter, but who are also paying a very dear price for the sins of others. We hope you'll tune in this weekend to 48 Hours... and pop us an e-mail after the show, let us know what you think."

- Maureen Maher
(48 Hours Mystery airs Saturday at 10pmET/9CT)

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TONIGHT ON THE CBS EVENING NEWS

Here is an early preview of what we are planning for tonight’s CBS EVENING NEWS from Anchor and Managing Editor, Katie Couric…

Hi, everyone,

I hope you've had a good week.

A long-awaited report by the Pentagon's acting inspector general undercuts the intelligence community in the run-up to the U.S. invasion of Iraq in early 2003.

Acting Inspector General Thomas F. Gimble told a key Senate committee today that the office headed by former Pentagon policy chief Douglas J. Feith took "inappropriate" actions in advancing conclusions on al-Qaeda connections not backed up by the nation's intelligence agencies. Gimble said these actions "did not provide the most accurate analysis of intelligence to senior decision makers" as the country was moving toward war with Iraq. David Martin will have the latest details.

The FBI is tracking a potentially dangerous new threat. Bob Orr is on the case, and will have this exclusive report.

Sen. Barack Obama's historic bid for the White House starts tomorrow in Springfield, Ill., where he will officially announce his run for president. Tonight, we'll bring you portions of an exclusive interview the Illinois Democrat gave to 60 Minutes. The interview will air in full on Sunday night. Also, Gloria Borger will report on how the Democratic race for president is shaping up.

There was also an unexpected new twist in the paternity suit involving Anna Nicole Smith's infant daughter. Prince Frederick von Anhalt, the husband of actress Zsa Zsa Gabor, said he had a decade-long affair with Smith and may be her baby's father. Two other men are also contesting the paternity of 5-month-old Dannielynn, and experts say the custody decision could determine the child's inheritance now that Smith has died. Kelly Cobiella will report on the legal web that's developing, and the latest news from the medical examiner.

We'll also take a look at your finances. Since traditional banks may require you to have significant collateral just to get in the door, some startups are filling a need for a new type of money exchange. Anthony Mason will report on one online company that links small lenders and borrowers, and helps people caught in a credit gap.

Finally, in this week's Assignment America, Steve Hartman has a heartwarming story about some special kids who are especially passionate about skiing. On the slopes, these children feel no limits at all. Also, don't forget — if you have a story you think would make a captivating Assignment America report, e-mail us at assignment@cbsnews.com.

We'll have these stories — and more — tonight. I hope you have a good weekend.

Thanks!

Katie

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More from our series... The American Spirit. WOMEN helping other WOMEN… trading on each other's brain power AND sharing each other's success. That story and much more, Monday, on the CBS Evening News.

THIS WEEKEND ON THE CBS EVENING NEWS:

SATURDAY ON THE CBS EVENING NEWS…

Saturday's edition of the CBS Evening News will be pre-empted by CBS Sports Coverage in ALL MARKETS.

SUNDAY ON THE CBS EVENING NEWS…

Sunday's edition of the CBS Evening News will be anchored by Russ Mitchell in New York.

We'll have the latest news, including these stories:

IRAQ DEBATE: The House of Representatives is set to debate a controversial resolution proposed on the Iraq War. Dan Raviv will have the latest on the legislation, debate, and its potential impact on the war from Washington.

GOP CANDIDATES: Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney is set to officially announce his candidacy for president of the United States along with hopefuls Senator John McCain, Rep. Tom Tancredo, and former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Yet there is a growing dissatisfaction among conservative Republicans about the current batch of potential GOP presidents. Randall Pinkston will have a report.

OBAMA SUPPORT: Illinois Senator Barack Obama will also officially announce his candidacy, but support for Obama may be divided among African-American voters. Michelle Miller will have the details.

LOTTERY FOR SALE: Texas is interested in selling their state's lottery to the highest bidder. It’s the latest development in a trend among states desperate for quick cash… They’re willing to sell anything from state lotteries to highways and bridges. Bianca Solorzano will have more from Dallas.

DONOR INTENT: A landmark case in Princeton could determine the rights of philanthropists around the country by challenging how an organization uses charitable donations. Russ Mitchell will explain the potential national impact of the fight between one of the most prestigious colleges in America and one of its largest benefactors.

ITALIAN FAN BAN: A nation full of soccer-obsessed fans is being told to stay home this weekend. Italian authorities have ordered teams to play in front of empty stadiums following a soccer riot in Sicily last week. Allen Pizzey will have a report.

MANUFACTURED DIAMONDS: New technologies are making it possible to create precious diamonds in a laboratory. Joie Chen will give us a behind the scenes look at the amazing technique and how it could influence the value of gems by changing the diamond industry forever.

If you would like more information on any of these stories or the broadcast, please click on the following address and e-mail us:
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TONIGHT ON DAVID LETTERMAN

Dave chats with talk show host/chef Rachael Ray AND comedian Frank Caliendo as “John Madden”… Plus, musical guests The Fab Faux!

TOMORROW ON THE SATURDAY EARLY SHOW

Tracy Smith and Sharyn Alfonsi anchor THE SATURDAY EARLY SHOW from New York. Ira Joe Fisher will bring us the weather.

Along with the top news of the day, we will also have the following stories:

ANNA NICOLE’S LOOSE ENDS: Anna Nicole Smith, former Playboy Playmate and reality TV star, passed away at age 39 Thursday afternoon after collapsing in her South Florida hotel room. Now after recently having a baby back in September 2006, there’s a question of who will take care of her newborn baby as the father is still undetermined… and who will stand to gain her over $400 million inheritance from her late husband and oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall II. Roy Black, a well-known criminal defense attorney and NBC News legal analyst, will explain to our own Tracy Smith what’s to come.

ROAD TO THE WHITE HOUSE: Saturday Illinois Senator Barak Obama is expected to make his official announcement for the 2008 presidential bid in Springfield, IL. Sharyn Alfonsi will have a roundtable discussion on Obama’s chances of winning the 2008 presidential election. She will be joined by political analysts from the webzine, The Politico, Roger Simon out of Springfield, IL and Mike Allen out of Washington, D.C.

HEALTHWATCH – QUIT SMOKING TODAY!: This Saturday, Senator Barack Obama is expected to announce he is running for president in 2008. Earlier this week, Obama said that in response to his wife's recommendation, he plans to quit smoking before the campaign. Dr. Norman Edelman, the Chief Medical Officer of the American Lung Association, will talk to our own Tracy Smith about why Americans should kick the habit and how to quit for good.

FAST TAX REFUNDS: If you're expecting money back from Uncle Sam, there are several ways to speed up the process, but some are more reliable -- and less expensive -- than others. Early Show Financial Adviser Ray Martin will provide some tips on how to get your hard-earned cash back into your pocket.

VALENTINE’S DAY BEAUTY: Do you have special plans with the one you love this Valentine’s Day? Or have a first date you don’t want him to forget? Redbook Magazine’s Beauty Editor Cheryl Kramer will show us some new products for the perfect hair, skin and lips for your romantic night out… or in.

WINTER WORKOUT GEAR: It takes a lot of commitment to exercise outdoors, especially this winter… And choosing exercise gear that can stand up to the cold elements is half the battle. Joel Weber of Men's Journal has rounded up the best of what's out there -- shoe covers, MP3-ready vests, running gloves, and more… He’ll show us Saturday morning the latest gear to KEEP us exercising ‘til spring.

ROMANTIC VALENTINE’S DAY MOVIES: It’s that time of year again… Time to cuddle up with your Valentine and watch a romantic movie! Lisa Schwarzbaum of Entertainment Weekly and David Edelstein of New York Magazine will be in our studio with some recommendations of the most romantic movies of our time.

CHEF ON A SHOESTRING: John Schenk is the executive chef of The Strip House, a chain of elegant steakhouses located in New York’s West Village, downtown Houston, Palm Beach Gardens, and Las Vegas. He'll make a romantic Valentine's Day dinner for two, while sticking to our $40 shoestring budget.

SECOND CUP CAFÉ: We will continue this week's series, The Road to the Grammys, by taking a second look at Russ Mitchell's interview with Corinne Bailey Rae, who performed in our Second Cup Café. Not only is she nominated for three Grammys -- Best New Artist, Song of the Year, and Record of the Year -- she will also perform live at Sunday night's Grammy Awards.

ROAD TO THE GRAMMYS: We will continue our Road to the Grammys. The 49Th annual Grammy Awards will air Sunday night at 8pm ET/PT. We will discuss which nominees are favored to win and which performances will be too good to miss!

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HERE'S WHAT WE HAVE PLANNED FOR SUNDAY MORNING

CHARLES OSGOOD ANCHORS FROM NEW YORK.

IDOL WORSHIP: The Grammy Awards are Sunday night, honoring the best in music. And among the paths to Grammy success, you can now add American Idol. Last year, Idol winner Kelly Clarkson took home two Grammys. This year, Carrie Underwood has several nominations. American Idol winners and runners-up are all over the pop charts. Sandra Hughes will talk with Idol judge Randy Jackson about the phenomenon, and catches up on tour with Chris Daughtry, one of the latest Idol success stories. We'll also consider whether Idol is creating stars who will stand the test of time, and look at how it all fits into an industry buffeted by change.

WHO'S THE BOSS? ZAC POSEN: The Zac Posen show was about more than clothes. It was THE place to see and be seen during New York's Fashion Week. A fitting tribute to the 26-year-old designer known for creating red carpet dresses for the likes of Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet. This Sunday Morning, Rita Braver will show us what following Zac Posen on and off the runway was like as he prepared for this past week's show.

ARTIST ALEX KATZ: Sharyn Alfonsi meets contemporary artist, Alex Katz, best known for his portraits of his wife, Ada.

PROFILE OF ALAN ARKIN: Actor Alan Arkin is playing to rave reviews for his performance as “Grandpa” in Little Miss Sunshine. Arkin will talk with Jerry Bowen.

VALENTINE'S DAY ROSES: Those beautiful Valentine’s roses may look as romantic and sentimental as an old-fashioned garden. But today, the cut flower industry bears no resemblance whatsoever to that garden you may remember. It's a huge, high-tech, outsourced global industry. And as correspondent Martha Teichner will report, it's an industry where fragrance has bred out of roses.

TAKES THE CAKE!: Sylvia Weinstock is called the "Leonardo da Vinci" of wedding cakes and with good reason. Her wedding cakes are stunning, delicious, unique and VERY expensive. Serena Altschul will have her story.

If you would like more information on any of these stories or the broadcast, please click on the following address and e-mail us: sundays@cbsnews.com

SUNDAY ON FACE THE NATION

Bob Schieffer moderates from Washington, D.C.

This week Face The Nation with Bob Schieffer will examine the politicizing of the Iraq War on Capitol Hill… as legislators continue to look for a resolution to end the highly-criticized war. Bob Schieffer will discuss this issue with a panel of experts: Connecticut Senator Chris Dodd, a member of the Foreign Relations Committee; Mississippi Senator Trent Lott, the Minority Whip; and Editor-in-Chief of the new political webzine, The Politico, John Harris. And there will be, as always, a final word.

SUNDAY ON 60 MINUTES, 7:00PM/6:00PM CT

BARACK OBAMA: Steve Kroft interviews the contender for the democratic presidential nomination in his Washington Senate office and also will speak with him and his wife, Michelle, in their home in Illinois.

THE DEATH OF TIMOTHY SOUDERS: Scott Pelley investigates the death of a mentally ill inmate who died of thirst in a report that questions the plight of 300,000 other mentally ill inmates in U.S. jails.

NORAH JONES: As her third album is poised to sell millions, the reluctant star talks to Katie Couric about her life and her music.

MONDAY MORNING ON THE EARLY SHOW

Harry Smith, Hannah Storm and Russ Mitchell anchor THE EARLY SHOW from New York. John Elliott, of our New York affiliate, WCBS, will bring us the weather. Julie Chen and Dave Price are off.

Along with the top news of the day, we will also have the following stories:

GRAMMY WRAP: Sunday night on CBS marks the 49th Grammy Awards. Who will walk away with Song of the Year? Entertainment Tonight's Vanessa Minnillo will have a recap of the Awards. Who won big for best album? And who missed the mark? We'll get all the details Monday morning.

HEARTSCORE PART 1: SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST: We begin our week-long annual series HeartScore with a look at sudden cardiac arrest. What you can do to prevent it? And are you at risk? You won't want to miss part one of our in-depth look.

DR. PHIL'S MAN CAMP: Dr. Phil McGraw has helped countless married couples work through their problems on his daytime talk show. Now, he is getting up close and personal with three controlling men and their wives. As part of the new series Man Camp, the three couples all move into the Dr. Phil House. And things get off to a rocky start for one couple. Dr. Phil will join us Monday morning with more on the drama of his latest relationship foray.

AWARD WINNING LOOK: GRAMMY FASHION: With Awards season in full swing, celebrities have already had a number of opportunities to showcase their unique style. So who were fashion successes and who were the big misses at Sunday night's Grammys? Mary Alice Stephenson, Contributing Editor for Harpers Bazaar, will join us to take a look at the night's best and worst dressed, as well as the overarching red carpet trends of the evening.

INTERNATIONAL TOY FAIR: Every year, more than 1,500 manufacturers, distributors, importers and sales agents from 30 countries showcase their toy and entertainment products at the American International Toy Fair. Toy Fair, is the largest international toy trade show in the western hemisphere. It allows for the newest and hottest products in the children's entertainment marketplace to be exhibited. The event highlights some of the best in toys - everything from old classics to interactive entertainment, and everything in between! Marianne Szymanski, Founder and President of Toy Tips, Inc., an international consulting firm that conducts on-going scientific research on the toy industry, will join us from the Toy Fair with her picks of this year's stand-outs.

VALENTINE'S DAY CUSTARD DESSERTS: With Valentine's Day just around the corner, many are wondering if the standard box of chocolates is a suitable gift. But what if you do not want to give your loved one the requisite box of chocolates for Valentine's Day? Instead why not prepare a yummy custard dessert? From the William Sonoma flagship store, our friend cookbook author Tori Ritchie will join us with some lovely treats for that someone special.

HE'S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU: Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo are the best selling authors of the hit He's Just Not That Into You. When it was released in 2004, the book flew off the shelves, consoling women around the country and providing useful advice for when to ditch that fledging relationship. Now, Behrendt and Tuccillo have released an expanded edition of the book. The authors seek to spare women hours of waiting by the phone, obsessing over details with girlfriends, and hoping that his mixed messages really mean, "I'm in love with you" - when they, in truth, do not. In this newly released version, the authors take a look at the many stages women go through after a painful break-up. They also offer numerous tips on how to move on when He's Just Not That Into You. Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo will join us Wednesday morning.

LIVING ROOM...LIVE!: We proudly continue with the second installment of our special Living Room...LIVE! series, but this time there's a new twist... the spotlight is on the kids! Which young contestants will prove grownups are not the only ones with big talent? We'll let America decide who are the little stars in the making. Monday morning, we will reveal our next three contestants! Will it be... eleven-year-old Najma Bennett from Bonaire, Georgia; fifteen-year-old Zoe Lowen from Weston, Connecticut or twelve-year-old Logen Hall from Roebuck, South Carolina? Your votes will decide!

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