As families across the U.S. brace themselves for a virtual return to school, Instagram and its parent company, Facebook, are launching an “Educator Hub” to make the transition easier. Instagram’s head of Global Public Policy Programs Carolyn Merrell joined CBSN to discuss the program. Source
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Postmaster General defends changes made to USPS during Senate committee hearing
The US postmaster general was peppered with questions from senators during a committee hearing. During his testimony, Louis DeJoy defended changes made to the postal service, and said delivering election mail was his number one priority leading up to November. CBS News’ Chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, August 21, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Russia to let opposition leader in coma fly to Berlin for treatment
Navalny’s spokesperson said he had been transferred to an ambulance and is headed to the airport. Source
Another soldier has gone missing from Fort Hood
23-year-old Elder Fernandes disappeared from the base on Monday, Army officials said. Source
Biden rebukes Trump’s presidency as GOP preps for convention
President Trump is expected to deliver his acceptance speech for the Republican nomination at the White House next week. This follows Joe Biden’s acceptance of his party’s nomination with a scathing rebuke of the president. Ben Tracy reports. Source
DeJoy testifies: Dems focus on mail voting, GOP interested in USPS funding
Louis DeJoy testified before a Senate panel amid concerns about whether the Postal Service will be able to process the increased numbers of mail-in ballots expected in the general election. Source
California wildfires force more than 60,000 from their homes
An outbreak of more than 500 wildfires in California has forced more than 60,000 people from their homes. Carter Evans reports. Source
Captain develops close bond with seagull he saved
Being a lobsterman out in the middle of the ocean can be a lonely job. But for 15 years, Captain John Makowsky had an unusual, but delightful, company in a seagull who visits him on his trips. Steve Hartman has more on this extraordinary bond in this week’s “On The Road.” Source
Captain forms bond with seagull he saved while out at sea
Captain John Makowsky and a stalker seagull became close companions while the two were out at sea. Their bond is strong even after his “gull-friend” was injured. Source