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James Corden comes to America

The popular British actor, star of the new movie musical “Into the Woods,” is leaving the comfortable confines of the London show-biz scene to come to America and become the new host of CBS’ “The Late Late Show.” James Corden spoke with CBS News’ Mark Phillips about his new gig. Source

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Verdura, jeweler to the stars

Founded 75 years ago by the Sicilian Duke Fulco Di Verdura, jewelry from Verdura has been worn by everyone from Coco Chanel to Sarah Jessica Parker. CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell spoke with the CEO about the company’s sparkling history. Source

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Mark Wahlberg’s push to have a conviction cleared

Mark Wahlberg, one of Hollywood’s top leading men, is asking the state of Massachusetts to pardon for a crime he committed in 1988. A criminal record may prevent him from expanding his restaurant business. Brandon Scott reports from Los Angeles. Source

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Inside grand juries: Growing criticism over who controls the evidence

Normally details of what goes on in a grand jury are kept sealed, but in the Eric Garner and Michael Brown cases, the government decided it was in the public interest to release some information. Many have been critical of the grand juries for not bringing charges against the officers and are wondering if the grand jury system is useless. Jan Crawford reports. Source

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Why was NYC’s response different than Ferguson’s?

Demonstrators disrupt NYC streets over the decision not to charge a police officer in the death of Eric Garner. The protests are large, but mostly peaceful, nothing like the rioting in Ferguson, Missouri after a grand jury cleared the police officer who killed Michael Brown. Michelle Miller looks at how preparation and experience made a difference. Source

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Uber value soars to new heights

The rideshare company is now valued at $40 billion. That is the biggest price tag for a private company since Facebook, before it went public. CBS News financial contributor, Mellody Hobson, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss Uber’s rapid rise in value. Source

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Crazy Japanese cannon cooks food in 3 seconds

Nick Dietz compiles some of the week’s best viral videos, including a baby monkey getting a toothbrush massage, how to remove a Mo-vember mustache and a giant panda playing in the snow. Plus, a Japanese LTE provider gives a whole new meaning to “fast food.” To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE. Source

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U.S. hostage’s family pleads for mercy

The family of Luke Somers is pleading for his life. Somers is a held hostage of al Qaeda and released a video of him begging for his life. They gave the U.S. three days to meet unspecified demands or Somers will suffer a “inevitable fate.” The prisoner’s brother and mother responded Thursday. Gayle King reports. Source

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Grammy nominations expected for Beyonce

Beyonce is expected to receive a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. Nominations will be announced throughout the day Friday. Also, the new James Bond film will be called “Spectre,” with Oscar winner Christoph Waltz joining the cast. Suzanne Marques reports on the day’s top entertainment headlines. Source

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