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Fashion industry standards: Debate over model appearance, size

Fashion Week in New York City is a chance to take a sneak peek at the latest styles to hit stores, but it’s also a chance to scrutinize the world of modeling. Are models too thin? Are their photoshopped ads creating unrealistic body images among women? Vinita Nair reports on how the issue is making its way to Capitol Hill. Source

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Mardi Gras Indians bring colorful history to New Orleans

Roughly three dozen tribes, known collectively as the Mardi Gras Indians, perform in their neighborhoods on New Orleans during the big festival. Their origins date back to the 18th century, when slaves would gather to play traditional African music. Megan Alexander reports. Source

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Lady Gaga engaged to Taylor Kinney

Music star Lady Gaga got engaged on Valentine’s Day to actor Taylor Kinney, who stars in “Chicago Fire.” Also, “Fifty Shades of Grey” set the opening weekend box office record for a female director. Suzanne Marques reports on the day’s top entertainment headlines. Source

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Pampered pooches go for gold

At the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, the canines always come first; some owners even let their dog sleep on the bed while they sleep on a cot, reports Naomi Choy Smith Source

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Conan O’Brien films episode in Cuba

For the first time in more than 50 years, an American television talk show host is shooting an episode in Cuba. CBSN’s Elaine Quijano and Vladimir Duthiers have details. Source

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