Doubters of the idea “sex sells” need only look to the fanfare surrounding the release of “50 Shades of Grey” on Friday. The movie is the first adaptation of the steamy book trilogy by British author E. L. James. Hundreds of scheduled showings around the country are already sold out. Vinita Nair reports on how theaters aren’t the only businesses cashing in. Source
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One more donor needed for twin sisters with liver failure
A Canadian man and his daughter are recovering after life-saving liver transplant. Michael Wagner donated part of his liver to his 3-year-old, but the family isn’t out of danger yet. The little girl’s twin sister also needs a transplant. Adriana Diaz reports. Source
Bradley Cooper and Jason Hall on Oscar-nominated “American Sniper”
“American Sniper” has made more money than every other best picture nominees combined, but some critics argue the film glorifies war. Charlie Rose discussed the war movie with its star, Bradley Cooper, and screenwriter Jason Hall. Source
Hamsters go on a Valentine’s Day date
Nick Dietz compiles some of the week’s best viral videos, including a “gato malo,” poppin’ fried gnocchi and snoring like an airplane. Plus, Hello Denizen premieres Tiny Hamsters on a Tiny Date. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE. Source
Some Obama fun irks GOP
President appeared in BuzzFeed video in which he made a few funny faces and used a selfie stick, leading Republicans to accuse him of diminishing the presidency Source
Toothache saves Oklahoma girl’s life
A dental hygienist noticed something was wrong while cleaning 11-year-old Journee Woodward’s teeth. What came after saved the girl’s life. Source
Cryotherapy: Freezing yourself for health and beauty
A new health and beauty trend has people venturing into the “frozen zone” — whole-body cryotherapy chambers where the temperature is more than 200 degrees below zero Fahrenheit . WCBS’ Kristine Johnson reports. Source
Criminal investigation opened in Bobbi Kristina Brown case
Police in Georgia have opened up a criminal investigation into what happened to Bobbi Kristina Brown. CBSN’s Michelle Miller and Elaine Quijano have the details. Source
Common on Oscar nomination, ideal woman and Broadway dreams
With two Grammys, a Golden Globe, an Academy Award nomination and a hip-hop career spanning more than two decades, Common is still making big plans. He credits his mother for inspiring the name, but as Gayle King reports, his talents proved to be anything but common. Source
Under Armour CEO reveals new global campaign
Under Armour is on a roll, with the company’s revenue surging from $281 million in 2005 to $3 billion last year. It has now passed Adidas to become the number two sportswear maker in the U.S. behind Nike. Under Armour founder and CEO Kevin Plank joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the future of the company. Source