SOAP OPERA SUMMARIES

'ALL MY CHILDREN'
After suffering a public meltdown at the Humanitarian Award ceremony, Maria mistook Ethan for Zach and asked him to make love to her. Ethan realized Maria was in a state of confusion and pulled back, but he didn't correct Zach's impression when he saw them together. Maria then told Zach that she loves him, as Zach refused to let her take all the blame for the way things turned out. Zach later got himself in trouble trying to do the right thing regarding Sam and Maddie. Tad tried to subtly question Di. Ryan was shown with a mystery woman after Tad told him that Erin -- Ryan's sister -- is missing. Kendall began a no-strings affair with J.R., who was fired from his job because of it. Brooke saw Adam experience a TIA and was angered by his refusal to see a doctor.
'AS THE WORLD TURNS'
Les was arrested, but insisted that Keith is setting him up. After talking with Les, Lucinda stated to Lily that Keith is a murderer but Lily didn't want to hear it, even after Keith admitted to her that he has money problems. Later, someone from his past assaulted Keith. With Craig gone, Dusty offered Jennifer the chance to run Street Jeans again but had concerns whether she could do it alone. A chance remark by the doctor tipped Jennifer that it was Katie who leaked the information to Craig. When Alison returned to find her apartment ransacked, Will kept silent about the open window. Distraught when Alison rejected his love, Will climbed to the edge of the roof at Jennifer's house.
'BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL'
A concerned Stephanie broached the idea of sending Ridge to a psychiatric hospital, while Nick and Thorne had different solutions on how to help him. When Ridge finally returned home, he was in a frenzy, claiming that he had discovered the cause of the disruption at Nick and Bridget's wedding. Brooke attempted to calm her husband, but realized he's close to a manic state. Thomas, Steffy and Phoebe were deeply concerned about their father's well-being but offered their support, no matter what.
'DAYS OF OUR LIVES'
Furious to discover Bo having a tryst with Billie in the pit, Hope soon realized that Billie took advantage of her husband's confused state of mind -- Bo believed he was with Hope -- and punched Billie in the jaw. After Tony's mercenaries discovered the truth about Stan, Tony offered Sami an incentive to continue their revenge mission. Kate returned her engagement ring to John, while Roman was opposed to Marlena telling her husband that she had been unfaithful. Shawn, Brady, Lucas and Rex stormed the bunker, as Belle and Mimi prayed for the safety of their loved ones and met another military wife in the church.
'GENERAL HOSPITAL'
Carly was arrested for A.J.'s murder, as a traumatized Michael relived seeing her standing over A.J. Helena thought she shot Luke dead, unaware he was wearing a bulletproof vest. Emily finally admitted the truth about the rape to Nikolas, who insisted his feelings for her haven't changed. As Nikolas attempted to escape, Helena took Emily hostage. When Alexis was charged with kidnapping, Ric was prepared to compromise his case against Carly so Kristina and Alexis could be reunited. After Durant unmasked Alexis as the person controlling the "priest" who had been giving him orders, they teamed up against Sonny. Courtney's plan against Rachel backfired.
'GUIDING LIGHT'
Gus was unaware that Olivia is his captor, even as she tried to conceal her scheme from Bill. When Alan rescued Gus from the fire Gus set, he accused Alan of being the kidnapper and locked him in the cell, as he snuck into the prison to help Harley. Coop finally released Alan who, furious, made a call demanding that Harley disappear. Dinah realized that Edmund is playing both sides concerning Cassie and her son. Reva was fired from the TV station. Later, Nate, a charming stranger, tried to seduce Reva but she turned him down and confessed all to Josh. Michelle left Springfield to visit her father.
'ONE LIFE TO LIVE'
The Killing Club killer claimed another victim, but was angry that he couldn't do away with Natalie, his real target. R.J. sensed more ammunition on his side when Antonio wouldn't forgive Jessica for the fire. As the custody hearing began, Jessica struggled to keep Tess from emerging. Daniel stole a sample of Paul's blood, intending to use it against Jen. When Ginger was instantly smitten with Duke, Tess offered to help her get him away from Adriana. Jen felt guilty for hurting Riley and wrote to him, prompting a change of heart on his part. Todd wanted to go to Texas in search of Asa.
'PASSIONS'
As Alistair tried to make love to a very hesitant Beth, Mrs. Wallace burst into the room and blurted out that Alistair is Beth's father. Theresa turned down Gwen's request to drop the charges against her, prompting Ethan to threaten to seek full custody of Jane. Theresa then came up with a new offer; she'll drop the charges if Gwen agrees to divorce Ethan. Meanwhile, Gwen and Rebecca panicked at the prospect of their leak to the press coming to light. Luis' was unable to believe that Marty is Sheridan's son, which led Sheridan to order him to leave the cottage.
'YOUNG AND RESTLESS'
Cassie underwent surgery for a skull fracture following the accident in Daniel's car. Neither Cassie nor Daniel could remember anything about the crash, but Daniel -- facing possible criminal charges -- insisted that he wouldn't drive drunk. John learned that his new therapist, Gitta, moved here from another country and invited her to stay at his home until he recovers. Gloria immediately felt threatened by the attractive woman and started conjuring a plan with Kevin to get rid of her. Bobby figured out that Vinny had been making the harassing calls to Brittany and warned him to back off, repaying some of the money he owes. Kay persuaded Mac to move to her estate so J.T. will miss her.
2005 Tribune Media Services