There are reports that Flight 8501 was equipped with an “A-Car” system. It feeds diagnostic information about the plane to the ground. Former NTSB Chairman Mark Rosenker joins “CBSN” with more on how helpful that system will be in the search for the missing flight. Source

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Surgeons in England are using a new plastic lens, inserted during a cataract operation, to correct all types of vision problems. CBS News’ Alphonso Van Marsh has the story. Source

A young girl plays dead to live through a shooting that destroyed her family — and describes her remarkable story of survival. Erin Moriarty reports in “48 Hours” Live to Tell Saturday, March 5 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Source

The final installment in Peter Jackson’s trilogy leads the box office. “The Interview” also debuted in U.S. theaters. Wendy Gillette has those stories and more in today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source

Kids who learn how to play musical instruments may have an easier time paying attention and focusing. And, why using your smartphone may give your thumb “super powers.” Omar Villafranca has some of the day’s top medical stories Source

The Pakistani government has reportedly complained to Showtime
about how the critically acclaimed series “Homeland” portrays the country. Source

Plenty of films released in 2014 were hits with critics but virtually ignored at the box office. Matt Singer, film critic and managing editor of ScreenCrush.com, joins “CBS This Morning Saturday” with his favorites that you may have never heard of. Source

Ryan Adams’ self-titled album has been nominated for a Grammy Award. He has released 17 albums in the last 19 years, but also has an ear illness that threatened his career. Anthony Mason sits down with Adams to discuss his career and music. Source

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on the medical matters to watch out for in 2015, including the continued response to Ebola and apps that help patients with health care. Source