All The Monitor's View
- Falling space debris, rising hopes to end it
A near miss from the reentry of a Chinese rocket caught the world’s attention about litter in orbit. That could make it easier to set a global norm on space behavior.
- How India lightens its crisis
As government fails in curbing COVID-19, a rush of volunteers and donors step in, perhaps weaving new levels of trust in India.
- Iraq’s aid for wartime rape survivors
The world’s approach to sexual violence in conflict has shifted to a focus on restoring the dignity of survivors. Iraq, a land of war, is now a leader in this peace strategy.
- Why the US extends the long arm of law
In Ukraine, Central America, and elsewhere, President Biden builds on decades of anti-corruption efforts by the U.S., creating a norm for honest governance.
- Feeling creative? Join the pandemic-weary.
Isolation and remote work have led to a burst of innovation – and a search for the sources of creativity.
- Why the world needs another food summit
A rise in hunger from the pandemic has forced a need to rethink the global food system. India offers one example for reform.
- Democracy’s invisible armor against bullies
Biden has shored up four key allies – and their democratic ideals – against next-door aggressors.
- Biden taps into a new 'discovering'
The president’s spending plans rely on a post-pandemic spirit of innovation that may be driven by a renewed curiosity.
- Why nations rush to help India
Gratitude for India’s assistance to other countries over the past year is behind much of the aid to end its coronavirus crisis.
- Otherworldly respite in space ventures
First flight on Mars, samples of an asteroid, and recycled spacecraft in orbit – a welcome lift from the mental gravity of pandemic woes.
- Why it’s easier being green in Germany
A novel experiment in shared leadership helps boost the Greens party high in the polls ahead of an election. The party knows climate decisions will require patient listening and civil debate.
- From three tragedies, cathartic breakthroughs
In recent days, the world has reached thresholds on the pandemic, climate change, and police violence in the U.S. The deeper meaning is an awakening to the common good.
- A light for Myanmar's darkness
Democrats still free after a military coup have set up an alternative government, relying on the attraction of liberty and rights more than resistance to a violent regime.
- Manifold justice for George Floyd
Reactions to the murder verdict of a former Minneapolis police officer reflect a United States digging deeper for all the aspects of justice coming out of this tragedy.
- Military chaplains: Their new role as peacemakers
The U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have expanded the purpose of chaplains to be mediators in faith communities.
- A bellwether on corruption in Latin America?
The pandemic may have stalled anti-graft campaigns in the region, but an election in Ecuador shows voters still want integrity in leaders.
- Asia’s democracies take a stand
South Korea, Taiwan, and Indonesia condemn the violence in Myanmar while Japan has begun to challenge China’s abuses.
- Why a parched Iran may seek peace
Climate change’s effect on the Middle East has already helped push deals between Israel and two Arab states. Will Iran be next?
- Democracy's strength: Eyes on the spies
In public hearings before Congress, top U.S. intelligence officials not only give their best estimates of threats to the U.S., but also ensure their work is transparent and accountable. That makes dictators uneasy.
- Biden’s first steps on Central American migration
Three countries will boost border security against people-smuggling, signaling the Biden administration’s goal of improving rule of law in the region.