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3/28: Obama calls for Russian troop de-escalation near Ukraine’s border; On the Road: Ohio boy’s $20 gift to soldier multiplies

In an interview in Rome with Scott Pelley, President Barack Obama said Russia must move back the troops it has massed near Ukraine’s border and begin direct negotiations with the Ukrainian government and the international community. The president also discussed whether U.S. action would have had an impact on Syria’s humanitarian crisis; and, as part of our continuing series “On the Road,” Steve Hartman has an update on the story of Myles Eckert, who gave his newfound fortune away to U.S. soldier. The 9-year-old didn’t realize his investment in kindness would yield such a great return. Source

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Goodwill ambassador powerhouse behind Havana art factory

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador X Alfonso is transforming a former Havana cooking oil factory into a sophisticated multimedia visual experience. CBS News Portia Siegelbaum reports on how Havana’s art factory is making its mark on Cuba’s young people. Source

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On the Road: Ohio boy’s $20 gift to soldier multiplies

As part of our continuing series “On the Road,” Steve Hartman has an update on the story of Myles Eckert, who gave his newfound fortune away to U.S. soldier. The 9-year-old didn’t realize his investment in kindness would yield such a great return. Source

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Missing couple was planning wedding when Wash. mudslide hit

Two volunteer firefighters helping search for victims of the Oso, Wash., mudslide describe the difficult efforts to dig through layers of mud and debris. They are searching for people they know, including an engaged couple, who were going over wedding plans when the landslide hit. John Blackstone reports. Source

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Healing words: Creative writing program helps empower cancer patients

A program called “Visible Ink” helps channel the emotional power and vibrant imaginations of cancer patients at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York. They write about all kinds of topics — from the deadly serious to the absolutely hilarious — and professional actors perform some of their works on stage. CBS News’ Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson reports. Source

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