The U.S. Army has struggled for years with what once seemed like a good idea — using high-tech blimps for surveillance along the East Coast. But the lighter-than-air craft haven’t been reliable. And when one got away and crashed earlier this year, the entire fleet was grounded. Lack of funding may keep it there. Chip Reid reports. Source
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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 Phillips speak with clinical psychologist Dr. Justin Sinclair about the effect this fear could be having on our health. Source
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
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 Business Times.” Source
Could laser-light baseball cap help regrow hair?
The FDA recently approved the LaserCap LCPro to help women with hair loss. CBS News’ Danielle Nottingham reports. Source
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
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
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
Model Bar Refaeli investigated for tax evasion
Supermodel Bar Refaeli is under investigation for tax evasion. CBSN’s Vladimir Duthiers reports. Source
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