Yusuf Islam, the singer who came to fame as Cat Stevens, is embarking on his first U.S. tour since 1976. CBS News’ Anthony Mason spoke with the singer about his return to America, his new album, and about embracing the name he used before becoming a Muslim. Source
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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
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
Morning Rounds: This year’s flu vaccine may not protect against virus
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on this year’s flu shot, and the FDA’s ban on gay men donating blood. Source
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
Headlines: Top al Qaeda operative killed in Pakistan
“CBS This Morning Saturday” takes a look at some of today’s headlines from around the globe. Source
Staying safe online this holiday shopping season
Now that the holiday season is in full swing, it’s time for a crash course in consumer security. Only conduct business on secure sites and check with the Better Business Bureau if you’re unsure. Jill Schlesinger has what you need to know in her look at the business week ahead. Source
MoneyWatch: Women’s retailers closing; Holiday parties declining
Jewelry brand Lia Sophia announced that it is going out of business, and Delia’s plans to file for bankruptcy. Also, 88 percent of companies will have a holiday party this year, down from 96 percent in 2013. Lauren Lyster reports on the day’s top MoneyWatch headlines. Source
12/5: I can’t breathe” goes nationwide in Eric Garner protests; Heart transplant recipients celebrate their love
Across the country, protesters have been gathering this week chanting “I can’t breathe” to protest a grand jury decision not to indict an NYPD officer over the death of Eric Garner; Steve Hartman checks in on two people who fell in love after getting heart transplants. Source
Optimism abounds in newest job report
November saw the biggest jump in payrolls in nearly three years. As Anthony Mason reports, not only has job growth improved but the quality of some positions has, also. Source