The more fortunate among us may not notice the importance of a simple desk in a young child’s learning experience. However, one teacher did notice and now he’s making thousands of free desks. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source
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Pope Francis condemns ISIS terrorism in Iraq visit
On Sunday, Pope Francis marked the final full day of his historic pilgrimage to Iraq. The Pope spoke at Mosul, once the stronghold of the ISIS caliphate, condemning ISIS terrorism while calling for forgiveness. Chris Livesay reports from Iraq. Source
Pope Francis visits areas ransacked by ISIS in Iraq trip
The pontiff visited the Church of the Immaculate Conception, which was vandalized, desecrated, burned and even used as target practice by ISIS. Source
COVID-19 research points to repurposed drugs
60 Minutes reports on a 40-year-old OCD pill that may prevent severe symptoms in Covid patients. Source
With pandemic challenges, students say they fell behind
Young teenagers and kids from low-income households told 60 Minutes they struggled with virtual learning, and some saw their grades drop. Source
Cuomo says “there is no way I resign” as top N.Y. leader calls for him to step down
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Sunday “there is no way I resign,” shortly before the New York state Senate Majority Leader called for him to step down. Five women so far have accused Cuomo of inappropriate behavior. Nancy Chen reports. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Sunday, March 7, 2021
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Jericka Duncan.” Source
Capitol review recommends sweeping security changes after riot
House lawmakers will be briefed on the review’s findings and recommendations on Monday. Source
Could a psychiatric drug treat COVID?
A psychiatrist at Washington University explains how a clinical trial was launched for the possible use of a 40-year-old antidepressant as a treatment for COVID. See the full report, Sunday on 60 Minutes. Source
NASA’s women sending America back to the moon
Nearly a half-century after the last Apollo astronaut stepped foot on the moon, NASA is working to send its first woman to the lunar surface. Bill Whitaker reports. Source