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Inside the future of competitive sailing

Boat racing is a sport that goes back thousands of years — but never before has anyone achieved the speeds, technology, and equal footing displayed by a brand new competitive series. The series is centered upon the F50 Catamaran, a state-of-the-art watercraft that combines natural elements, human skill, and cutting edge tech and data to achieve the fastest competitive sailing speeds in history. There are currently only six of the boats in existence, and each is allocated to one of the league’s national teams: Great Britain, Australia, China, Japan, France, and the USA. Jamie Wax reports. Source

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Broken Social Scene on the “chaotic mess” of their music collective

Kevin Drew and Brendan Canning began making music together in a Toronto basement 20 years ago. The pair have since pulled their friends into the musical collective, Broken Social Scene – it’s had as few as six members, and as many as 19. In 2010, Broken Social Scene topped the Canadian charts with their album “Forgiveness Rock Record.” Anthony Mason reports. Source

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Is “Salvator Mundi” a real Leonardo da Vinci painting?

Two years ago, the painting titled “Salvator Mundi,” set a record as the most expensive piece of art ever sold at an auction. The image of Jesus is one of fewer than two dozen works attributed to renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci. But in a new book, one author paints a different picture, questioning if the painting is a genuine Leonardo. Author Ben Lewis joins “CBS This Morning Saturday.” Source

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The Dish: Spice king Lior Lev Sercarz

The love of spices once sent ships sailing halfway around the globe — and spices still play an essential role in cuisines around the world. Lior Lev Sercarz is a superstar of seasoning, who’s spicing up the dishes of both restaurant kitchens and inspired home chefs. His blends, which can include up to 23 herbs and spices, are sought after by some of the world’s most famous chefs — including Eric Ripert and Daniel Boulud. Michelle Miller reports. Source

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