Facebook Offers New Options For Digital Life After Death
The company is introducing a new policy that allows users to appoint an executor who will keep their account active posthumously.
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Obama Signs Act Designed To Prevent Suicide Among Veterans
On Thursday, President Obama signed the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention Act. Is it enough? Rachel Martin puts that question to Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald.
FBI Director Wades Into Contentious Debate Over Policing And Race
James Comey says the nation is at a crossroads when it comes to race and policing. He told students on Thursday that it's time for law enforcement and communities to face some hard truths.
Ruling May Force Ala. Probate Judges To Issue Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
A federal judge in Alabama has ruled that a probate judge in Mobile must issue marriage licenses to gay couples.
Tiger Woods Steps Away From Golf Amid Terrible Season
Woods is currently ranked 62nd in the world, which is his lowest since joining the PGA tour nearly 20 years ago. Robert Siegel talks to Ron Sirak, a senior writer for Golf Digest.
Brian Williams' Suspension Brings Attention To Tom Brokaw
We look at the fraught relationship between NBC's Brian Williams (who has been suspended without pay for six months) and his predecessor, Tom Brokaw.
Senate Confirms Ashton Carter As Defense Secretary
Carter will take over the Pentagon for Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel. Carter served as the No. 2 defense official under Leon Panetta.
FBI Director Faces 'Hard Truths' Of Policing Minority Communities
James Comey says both systematic and societal factors play a part in disconnect between law enforcement and communities of color.
Space Station Astronauts In Star Wars-Themed Crew Pic
First there was suited-up astronaut Leland Melvin posing with his dogs. Now, a Space Station crew set for launch in September has donned Jedi robes.
Tussle Over Electric Bill Plunges New York Mall Into The Dark
The lights suddenly went off today at the Rotterdam Square Mall near Schenectady after what the owners say was "a total misunderstanding" with the power company.