People across the country are joining Baltimore protesters in expressing frustration over the death of Freddie Gray. While protests were mostly peaceful in Baltimore Wednesday, the scene in New York City was chaotic. Vladimir Duthiers reports from New York’s Union Square. Source
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Rare survival story from quake-hit Nepal
CBS News’ Seth Doane was on the scene as rescuers, responding to a voice from beneath a mound of rubble, pulled 15-year-old Pemba Tamang to safety after 5 days trapped under a crumpled hotel. Source
John Oliver on success of “Last Week Tonight,” Snowden interview, Baltimore riots
HBO’s “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver” takes a satirical look at the news, as its fearless host tackles serious issues. One year in, the program is enjoying a reputation for scathing wit. John Oliver joins “CBS This Morning” for a wide-ranging conversation, from his Edward Snowden interview, impact of “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart and the changing faces in late night television. Source
Easter Weekend Mailbag: Jim Wyatt Answers Questions From Titans Fans
Senior Writer and Editor Jim Wyatt tackles another round of questions from Titans fans in the latest edition of the mailbag. Source
Iran detains cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz
A Marshall Islands cargo ship was apparently captured by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. As CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports, the ship crossed into Iranian waters. Source
President Obama on Baltimore riots: “No excuse” for destruction
President Obama spoke on the violence and unrest that broke out on the streets of Baltimore, saying there was “no excuse” for the destruction. He spoke at a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Source
New software unlocks phone by recognizing owner’s ear
Yahoo is developing a new technology that can unlock your phone by recognizing your ear. CNET’s Bridget Carey goes over the new feature and how this will impact cell phone security. Source
Video calling now on Facebook messenger
Facebook is adding a video chatting feature to its messenger app. CNET’s Bridget Carey breaks down what this means for Facebook’s users and competitors. Source
What do gay Americans really think about same-sex marriage?
Arguments that could lead to the nationwide legalization of gay marriage mean different things to different constituencies in the LGBT community. Source
Best of Broadway: 2015 Tony Award nominations revealed
Tony winner Mary-Louise Parker joins Bruce Willis, who makes his Broadway debut this fall, to announce the nominees for major categories. “An American in Paris,” “Hand to God,” “Something Rotten!” and “The King and I” were among the nominees. Contributor, actor and playwright Jamie Wax joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss this year’s contenders. Source