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Flashback 1996: Man sues Pepsi to win Harrier Jet

The Pepsi promotional campaign was meant to entice people to buy Pepsi in exchange for points that could be redeemed for prizes. They ranged from sunglasses, to t-shirts, and even a Harrier Jet. But when a 21-year-old business student collected enough points for the jet, Pepsi was taken by surprise. John Blackstone explains what happened next in this 1996 “CBS Evening News” report. Source

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Web Extra: Doctor thinks measles outbreak is “over promoted”

As the measles outbreak spreads, one California based pediatrician thinks the coverage of the cases is wrongly panicking people. In an interview with CBS News’ Ben Tracy, Dr. Jay Gordon explains why he objects to the CDC’s vaccination guidelines that suggest the vaccine be given to children between 12 to 15 months. Source

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How to see the signs of measles

Health officials are scrambling to stop the measles outbreak from spreading even more after reaching what they call a critical point. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has details on the outbreak and how to combat it. Source

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Preview: The Many Sounds of Music

A special edition of “60 Minutes” brings viewers three very different musical portraits including a profile of country music star Blake Shelton, a look at a special project by the Foo Fighters and a visit to the medieval Italian city that gave the world the famed Stradivarius violin. Watch the musical celebration on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. ET/PT. Source

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Super Bowl 2015 ads mix new trends, classic favorites

A 30-second ad this year costs $4.5 million. Budweiser is producing one of the most anticipated spots featuring the return of the iconic Clydesdales and a lost puppy. Advertising Age’s deputy managing editor Natalie Zmuda joins “CBS This Morning” to preview the most talked-about ads. Source

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New link between household chemicals and early menopause

Researchers say that common household chemicals found in cosmetics and plastics could accelerate menopause in women by up to four years. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” from Los Angeles to discuss the risk. Source

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New blood pressure guidelines could save lives

An analysis of new blood pressure guidelines finds they could prevent 13,000 deaths per year without increasing health care costs. Also, the FDA is working to improve the reliability of defibrillators. Marlie Hall reports on the day’s top health stories. Source

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“We are the World” celebrates 30th anniversary

A group of performers who sang in the original “We are the World” reunited in Los Angeles for the song’s 30th anniversary. Also, the Television Academy honored TV producer Norman Lear. Suzanne Marques reports on the day’s top entertainment stories. Source

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