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Canada at 150Its separation from Britain wasn’t as sudden or violent as that of the American colonies. But Canada has its own history to celebrate – and ponder – as it marks 150 years as a nation.
A ‘secret sauce’ for youths?The ‘success sequence’ – finish high school, find a job, don’t have children before marriage – may give young people a path to a good life.
Famine must receive more of the world’s attentionAmericans shouldn’t be distracted from addressing one of the world’s great crises: starvation affecting millions.
A cold shoulder to CubaPresident Trump’s dramatic announcement of a new policy looks more like another tweak in a long line of efforts to get the Castro regime to reform or step down.
Renewable energy at a ‘tipping point’Washington may be showing less interest in alternative fuels, but the worldwide picture is dramatically different.
A call to ‘fear-guard’ countries in a pandemicHealth experts drawing lessons from recent disease outbreaks say the world can do more to prevent ‘fear contagion.’ Doing so will improve the care and comfort needed during a crisis.
The law that has a soldier’s backAs the US military hits out at new targets – Iran, Syria, and various terrorist groups – Congress must renew the legal authority for such actions. Soldiers must know that Americans support an agreed strategy. And foes must know of US resolve.
France’s drive for ethical politicsA new president and his young party have already shaken the traditional (and often corrupt) political order. Now Emmanuel Macron aims to set tough rules on ethics for French lawmakers. How will his reform differ from that in other countries?
When prayer helps end conflictsReligious leaders have achieved a truce between rebel groups in the Central African Republic through a ‘spiritually inspired’ method.
What refugees might say of World Refugee DayThis year’s event on June 20 comes as aid groups rethink the approach to refugees – less as victims and more as participants in restoring their dignity.
When Muslims march for peaceWith Islamic State instigating more attacks on the West, Muslim groups in Germany hope a march for peace will show that such terrorism is not part of Islam.
Why politicians must play ballAfter the shooting at a GOP baseball practice, lawmakers showed remarkable civility. Here are active steps that can keep it going.
Americans expand the idea of giving – and goodnessGiving to charity hit another record last year, but a new form of giving – impact investing – is catching up fast.
US as a good neighbor to Central AmericaLike recent presidents, President Trump seeks to uplift Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala to help stem the flow of drugs and migrants. US priorities in the region may shift but its neighborliness should not.
Can China turn a moral corner?The ruling party’s use of fear to deter corruption may be shifting toward positive ways to instill honesty in governance.
Keeping the global promise of a quality educationCountries and world bodies such as the UN have helped expand access to schooling. Now they must enhance the quality of education.
One antidote to the use of female jihadistsThe role of a woman in the terrorist attacks in Iran should help highlight the effort of several Muslim countries to train women as spiritual guides. The main purpose: to prevent recruitment of young people by jihadists.
France takes a turn neither left nor rightA new president, Emmanuel Macron, has so far set a model for democracies in shaking up the old political order – if he can win a majority in coming legislative elections.
What can bind the Middle EastAs a rift opens between Arab states, adding to the region’s conflicts, Oman can possibly serve as neutral party. The small Gulf country relies on a brand of Islam that teaches unity and tolerance.
The other target in London Bridge attacksTerrorists aim not only to kill but to destroy social order. Britain’s response to the June 3 attack shows how societies must bond – like a bridge – against this threat.
