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Debbie Ziegler holds a photo of her daughter, Brittany Maynard, as hugs supporter Ellen Pontac after a right-to-die measure was approved by the state Assembly on Wednesday in Sacramento, Calif.

California Approves Physician-Assisted Suicide; Bill Heads To Governor's Desk

The California Senate passed a bill to legalize physician-assisted suicide in some cases. But Gov. Jerry Brown hasn't indicated whether he'll sign it.

Principal Jessica Nauiokas (left) with social worker Gabriella Cassandra at Haven Academy in the Bronx, N.Y.

When Home Is Tough, Making Students Feel Good At School

Mott Haven Academy Charter School in the Bronx specializes in working with homeless students, students living in foster care, and those who've experienced trauma.

Our own tennis star

This is Paul Janensch with a Treasure Coast Essay about tennis pro Mardy Fish, formerly of Vero Beach and once ranked Number 7 in the world. Fish, 33, had…

The new leader of Britain's opposition Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, makes his inaugural speech at the Queen Elizabeth Centre in central London, on Saturday.

Leftist Jeremy Corbyn Wins Leadership Of Britain's Labour Party

Corbyn's selection to lead the party once headed by centrist Tony Blair is viewed as part of a trend toward more liberal leanings in Europe.

People taking part in a demonstration in support of migrants called the 'Solidarity Day' gather at the Keleti railway station in Budapest, Hungary, on Saturday.

Merkel Says Allowing Migrants Into Germany 'Right Thing To Do'

The chancellor's remarks came even as her deputy warned that the country was reaching the limits of how many refugees it could absorb.

For Students With Mental Health Issues, Transition To College Is Complicated

Parents know that sometimes their children just aren't ready. Experts say it's crucial for families to check out what mental health services a college offers.

Rich In Charm But Losing Money, Amtrak's Southwest Chief May Fade Away

Amtrak's Southwest Chief train line travels from Los Angeles all the way to Chicago. Despite its nostalgic charm, the Chief is now under threat of closure.

For Activist, Passage Of Physician-Assisted Suicide Bill Is 'Bittersweet' Win

A bill legalizing physician-assisted suicide has been approved by the California state legislature, and now awaits the signature of Gov. Jerry Brown.

Flavia Pennetta celebrates after defeating Roberta Vinci in the women's singles final at the U.S. Open on Saturday.

Flavia Pennetta Beats Roberta Vinci To Win U.S. Open, Promptly Retires

Vinci shocked tennis fans on Friday when she ended Serena William's bid for a calendar Grand Slam, but fell to Pennetta in an all-Italian final matchup. It's Pennetta's first Grand Slam title.

"Honey cake is considered the fruitcake of the kosher kitchen," jokes cookbook author Marcy Goldman. "The same resistance people may have to fruitcake, a lot of people have about honey cake." With her recipe — now the go-to recipe for thousands of families — Goldman modernizes this sweet taste of the past.

The Jewish fruitcake: Honey cake is a sweet and stodgy tradition

In symbolic hope for a sweet new year, many Jews will mark the start of Rosh Hashanah with honey cake. The cake is sentimental, but not always beloved. Here, a delectable update to the ancient recipe.

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