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The Monitor's ViewOpportunity knocks in Central AsiaRussia’s woes and other geopolitical shifts have allowed the heartland of Eurasia to build on the freedom from big-power intervention.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBeing a sheep, not a shepherd
In embracing a humble reliance on God as our Shepherd, we find comfort, strength, and a clear way forward.
Commentary on Columbia: History, student protests, and humanityAfter arrests at Columbia University and other schools, our commentator considers the legacy of civil disobedience. How and why does society’s lens on protests change over time?
The Monitor's ViewWest Africa’s model of ballots over bulletsSenegal’s peaceful democratic change sets a model for governing with humility and trust in a region beset by military coups and violence.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat stillness brings
When we pause to let divine Soul inspire us, we find greater peace and harmony, as this poem conveys.
The Monitor's ViewLifting a stigma in ChinaBadly in need of skilled labor, China is boosting vocational training, starting with a novel way to end prejudice against such a career path.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCan an honest inner victory change the headlines?
Any triumph over ungodlike thoughts, such as fear and anger, contributes to greater peace in our communities.
The Monitor's ViewA House vote that breaks the narrativeThe bipartisan passage of aid for allies and other legislation may mark a shift toward leadership forged by reason instead of political passion.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHonoring Earth Day
In caring for the world around us, a spiritual view of our environment is an empowering starting point.
Israel, Gaza, and the ‘power of human existence’The reality of life in a war zone is hard to comprehend, much less the sheer will and resilience required to carry on.
The Monitor's ViewHoly days during unholy warsInside Israel, both religious Muslims and Jews celebrate major religious holidays in ways that may bend the war in Gaza toward peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoving our brother, even when it’s not easy
Prayer can open wide horizons of comfort, boundless love, and healing.
The Monitor's ViewThe joy in Mexico’s electionDespite persistent violence, voters seek a freedom from fear by embracing two presidential candidates marking a historic change.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA foundation for trust
Looking to God, divine Love, for guidance empowers us to express and experience more integrity in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewReplenishing UkraineFrom money to arms to recruits, Ukraine’s leader tries to keep building up his country’s protections. Yet he also focuses on the arts and culture. Why?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveUndisturbed amid the churn
When the waters of life get turbulent, we can look to God, Spirit, for strength, peace, and safety.
The Monitor's ViewListening while on the stumpAs nearly half of humanity holds elections this year, voters seek to be heard in order to place their trust in democracy.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHealed of bipolar disorder
Recognizing that we are created by God to experience joy and peace, not instability, opens the door to healing.
The Monitor's ViewWhy many in Iran root for IsraelA history of Iranians shaping an inclusive national identity may explain support for the Jewish state.
Should you trust the Monitor? We asked one media watchdog to audit us.As part of the Monitor’s Rebuilding Trust project, we wondered: Are we trustworthy? So we asked Trusting News to do an audit. Here’s what it found.
