Carson Gone
Entertainment legend Johnny Carson died yesterday. His death means the world is without a great comedian, but at least there's absolutely nobody left who would care if we shoot Ed McMahon.

Carson Gone 2
Johnny Carson is being remembered as a man who introduced America to a series of new concepts, like late-night comedy, opening monologues, and alimony.

Secret Within a Secret
The Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency now says it has run a secret intelligence unit since 2002 that has authority to operate clandestinely anywhere in the world. But it's not clear if the unit was created in reaction to 9/11 or the TV show "Alias."

UN Auschwitz
The United Nations is marking the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi death camp Auschwitz with several different events today. Kofi Anan will make a speech about Auschwitz, survivors will tell their stories about Auschwitz, and the Arab delegations will introduce a motion to re-open Auschwitz.

Osama Reward Upped
America's decision to double the reward for nabbing Osama bin Laden to $50 million is not expected to make much difference. But that's only because the money is being put up by the Mets.