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Recent study shows terrorism concerns may affect our health

A recent CBS News poll shows Americans’ concerns over terrorism are on the rise. Americans, 44 percent of them, think another terrorist attack in the U.S. is very likely in the next few months. This is the highest percentage since right after the September 11th attacks. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News contributor Dr. Holly ... Read More »

Oil jobs are drying up in Texas

It’s estimated that Texas has lost 60,000 to 70,000 oil and gas related jobs in the last 15 months. The job loss has started to drastically affect the Lone Star state’s unemployment numbers. Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source Read More »

Super Saturday sales might surpass Black Friday

Black Friday already seems like a distant memory, but the nation’s retailers are still in the hunt for elusive holiday shoppers. Less than a week before Christmas, welcome to “Super Saturday” — the last big push for that holiday consumer dollar. Joining “CBS This Morning: Saturday” with all the details is Lauren Lyons Cole, personal finance editor for the “International ... Read More »

B.J. Novak explains inspiration behind The List App

Actor B.J. Novak is adding app developer to his resume as the co-founder of The List App. It allows people, publications and other media outlets to make lists about various topics. Novak joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the idea behind his app, used by the likes of Mindy Kaling and Snoop Dogg. Source Read More »

Epic “Star Wars” sequel cashing in far beyond box office

Many “Star Wars” fans are giving galaxy-shattering reviews of the latest in the franchise, “The Force Awakens.” The film opened Thursday night for preview showings. The movie could break box office records, and businesses are trying to cash in. Vladimir Duthiers reports. Source Read More »

America’s biggest theme parks step up security

Many of the nation’s theme parks are stepping up security ahead of the holidays. Visitors to Disney, SeaWorld and Universal Studios theme parks will see stricter security measures. Anna Werner reports outside Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Source Read More »

Star Wars fans bring the film to life

Star Wars fans are breaking box office records as the latest installment hits theatres nationwide. Washington Post National Business Reporter Drew Harwell talked about finances behind the force with CBSN’s Contessa Brewer. Source Read More »