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Abe Vigoda dies at 94

Veteran television and film actor Abe Vigoda has died at 94 years old. CBSN’s Vladimir Duthier reports. Source

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Adam McKay on “The Big Short,” Oscars diversity controversy

Writer, producer and director Adam McKay brought us comedy hits like “Anchorman,” “Talladega Nights” and “Step Brothers.” His latest movie, “The Big Short,” is based on Michael Lewis’ nonfiction bestseller, which follows the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. The film won the top movie award from the Producers Guild of America and is also up for five Oscar nominations, including one for best director. McKay joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the movie and the Oscar nominations diversity controversy. Source

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What to watch for in Broncos-Panthers matchup at Super Bowl 50

The matchup for Super Bowl 50 sets the stage for an epic contest between quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Cam Newton. Manning of the Denver Broncos is now the oldest quarterback to take a team to the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, this will be the first Super Bowl for Newton of the Carolina Panthers. “The NFL Today” host James Brown joins “CBS This Morning” from Denver to preview the upcoming Super Bowl. Source

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Why a Canadian company is sending co-workers on blind dates

Would you go on a blind date with a coworker? A recent study showed an employee’s relationship with coworkers ranks first when asked what makes them feel connected to their job. To make employees happier and more productive, a Canadian accounting company is setting up casual blind dates that are strictly professional. DeMarco Morgan reports. Source

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Buy or rent? Zillow CEO shares real estate tips

The real estate market is soaring, as more than 5.25 million existing homes were sold last year. That’s the most since 2006. It’s driving buyers to Zillow, the largest real estate website. On average, more than 142 million users a month find information on more than 110 million homes nationwide. Zillow CEO Spencer Rascoff, author of “Zillow Talk: Rewriting the Rules of Real Estate,” joins “CBS This Morning” to offer tips on buying, selling and renting. Source

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Documentary reveals toll of Anthony Weiner’s downfall

Former New York congressman Anthony Weiner’s notorious sexting scandal may become part of the 2016 presidential race. The makers of “Weiner,” a new documentary on the former politician, deny reports that Hillary Clinton’s campaign pressured them to make changes. The movie features Weiner’s wife, Huma Abedin, who is a top Clinton adviser. It premiered Sunday at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. John Blackstone reports. Source

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Expert: Market correction natural due to slower growth

Veteran dealmaker Stephen Pagliuca says what we’re seeing on Wall Street is a natural correction of markets to reflect part of the jitters about global growth. Pagliuca, a partner and managing director at Bain Capital for 28 years, was in China a month ago. He said he still sees the hustle and bustle there and the service businesses are growing Source

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