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Evolution of the Super Bowl halftime show

Beyoncé is joining Coldplay for Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime show. With about 100 million people expected to tune in, Coldplay and all the special guests will take their place in history alongside some of America’s most famous performers. Michelle Miller reports on the program’s humble beginnings. Source

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Americans need more exercise to prevent heart disease, survey shows

Heart health is a big issue for many people, especially during Heart Awareness Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in this country, killing someone every 84 seconds. Exercise is crucial for prevention, but a new Cleveland Clinic survey shows 40 percent of Americans are getting less than the recommended amount. Dr. Tara Narula, cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how to set realistic goals to lower your risk. Source

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Donated blood eyed in Zika virus outbreak

Though mosquitoes are the main cause of the spread of the Zika virus, the CDC says people have also been infected through sexual contact and blood transfusions. Dr. Jon LaPook reports from Brazil Source

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What to look forward to in Super Bowl 50

The Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers will go head to head in Super Bowl 50. What can you look forward to? CBS Sports senior NFL writer Will Brinson joins CBSN with more details. Source

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Spanx founder introduces shapewear company’s new pants

The shapewear company Spanx was formed in 2000 by then-29-year-old Sara Blakely. While selling fax machines as her day job, she used scissors and a pair of pantyhose to create an undergarment that made her pants look more flattering. More than 15 years later, Spanx sells its products in more than 50 countries. Blakely joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how her brand is expanding with an eye toward comfort. Source

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Stephen Colbert talks Donald Trump, Super Bowl “Late Show”

“The Late Show” host, writer and executive producer Stephen Colbert is preparing for a special live edition of his show after Super Bowl 50. He hosted his Emmy-winning show, “The Colbert Report,” for nearly a decade. Before that, he was a correspondent on “The Daily Show.” Colbert joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his journey to late night TV and Donald Trump’s “$10 billion mouth.” Source

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Judge rejects Bill Cosby’s immunity deal with former DA

The sexual assault case against Bill Cosby will go back to court next month. A Pennsylvania judge refused to dismiss the criminal case after a two-day hearing. Cosby’s lawyers claimed there was a longstanding deal not to prosecute. Cosby is accused of assaulting a Temple University employee 12 years ago. Jericka Duncan reports from the courthouse in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Source

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