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On board the world’s largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas

The world’s largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, is just 9 days away from carrying nearly 10,000 people around the Caribbean. For comparison, the Titanic was 883 feet long before it sank in 1912, while the Icon of the Seas measures close to 1,200 feet. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave got an exclusive look at the massive ship as it set sail on a test cruise. Source

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Sundance Film Festival turns 40

The renowned cinema festival returns with world premiere documentaries, narrative films and special events, in-person in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, and with online streaming available across the U.S. Source

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Reba McEntire to sing national anthem at Super Bowl

Reba McEntire, the legendary country music star, is set to sing the National Anthem at this year’s Super Bowl. With over 56 million albums sold worldwide, McEntire talks to “CBS Mornings” about how she is preparing. Singers Andra Day and Post Malone will also be part of the big game’s pre-show. Source

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Spelman College receives historic $100 million donation

In a historic moment, Spelman College Board Chair Lovette Russell announces a record-breaking $100 million gift from board member Ronda Stryker and William Johnston. This donation marks the largest single contribution to any HBCU, or Historically Black College or University. “CBS Mornings” speaks exclusively with Spelman College President Dr. Helene Gayle about what the money will be used for and the importance of the gift. Source

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Trump targets Haley ahead of New Hampshire primary

Former President Donald Trump’s schedule sees him on the offensive in New Hampshire, targeting Nikki Haley, his main competitor in the upcoming GOP primary. Meanwhile, in New York, his heated exchanges during E. Jean Carroll’s defamation lawsuit led to judicial warnings. CBS News’ Caitlin Huey-Burns reports. Source

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