The big news this week is an actual disaster at the studio of Guiding Light. A toxic gas spill caused a 24-hour evacuation and interrupted shooting. The good news is everyone is A-OK and shooting has resumed.

All My Children Anita (Natalia Cigliuti) returns October 5. Derek (now played by Charles Parnell) is "first" seen September 8.

Bold & the Beautiful America's Next Top Model finalist Keenyah Hall appears in Spectra's fashion show August 30.

Guiding Light A minister (Jason Donovan Hall) weds Alan and Beth August 22. Ava (Michelle Ray Smith) gets help from Jonathan August 24.

Passions Rae (Josarra Jinaro) has a shocking revelation on August 31.

Young & the Restless A faux Sheila (Kimberlin Brown) terrorizes Lauren August 26.

CBS CONTRACT NEWS

Bold & the Beautiful Both Susan Flannery (Stephanie) and John McCook (Eric) signed new contracts, ending retirement speculation. Kayla Ewell (Caitlin) has been bumped to recurring.

Young & the Restless Victoria Rowell (Dru) is staying. She signed a new contract as well. And the rumors about Lauren Woodland (Brittany) leaving...all signs point to false.

Guiding Light EVACUATION

For a few hours last week, a hazardous-materials crew was called to Guiding Light's Manhattan studio and the studio was evacuated due to the release of toxic mercury.

During the taping of an emergency room scene, a blood pressure device broke apart after inadvertently being dropped on the floor. There were no immediate injuries reported and the CBS studio was closed with production halted, for 24 hours after the spill was cleaned up.

Mercury is a poisonous metal that can damage a person's brain, nervous system and kidneys. Exposure can cause tremors, irritability and memory loss. The cast and crew were examined and sent home.

By the following morning there wasn't any detectable levels of mercury in the air and taping resumed.

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All My Children Zach realizes Kendall betrayed him. Krystal is shocked by Babe's plan. Adam sets out to expose "Dixie."

As the World Turns Katie receives a gift from a secret admirer. Susan and Hal are caught breaking and entering. Lily and Sierra get even with Lucinda.

Days of Our Lives Kate continues to bug Nicole for dirt on Sami. Chelsea rebels against Billie. Roman reveals he has set a trap for Tony.

General Hospital Jax manipulates Courtney to get what he wants. Carly spirals out of control. Sam takes drastic action to protect Jason.

Guiding Light Marina sees a new side of Danny. Tammy pushes Sandy's buttons. Edmund plays the name game.

One Life to Live Antonio seeks Bo's help to find Jessica. John tells Natalie that Cristian is alive. Ginger hides important information from Todd.

Passions Noah makes good on Fancy's request. A startling possibility knocks Tabitha for a loop. Theresa's deal with Alistair has a high price.

Young & the Restless Dru and Neil make a decision that would change Lily's life. Daniel wants to end the feud with Nick. Devon attempts to help his mother with her drug addiction.

SPOTLIGHT ON...Laura Bryan Birn (Lynne Bassett, Young & the Restless)

Laura's father, Jerry Birn, was a Young & the Restless writer from 1987 until he retired in 2004. Laura began on the show in February 1998.

Laura was born in Chicago. The family moved to Darien, Connecticut. As a teen, they returned to Chicago where she began appearing in school productions at New Trier High School. She was accepted into Northwestern University's summer theatre program. Laura also attended the University of Southern California's acting conservatory program, where she received her B.F.A. in drama. Shortly after graduation, she nabbed her Y&R role.

Feature film roles include Risky Business. She has been a guest host on the fitness show Bermuda Sunrise. Laura's also guest-starred on L.A. Law. Laura enjoys sports, especially running. She has ran in 3 L.A. Marathons. She continues to study voice and dance. Laura is married to business executive Mitch Sebolsky and has a son, Matthew. Her birthday is April 3.

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