August 2020 was a month marked by the ongoing global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many countries continued to implement measures such as social distancing and mask mandates to curb the spread of the virus. The pandemic also affected economies, with many businesses facing closures and job losses. In the United States, August saw significant political activity as the Democratic National Convention took place virtually, nominating Joe Biden as the presidential candidate for the upcoming election. Additionally, discussions around racial justice and police reform remained prominent, following events earlier in the year that sparked widespread protests.