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- A Christian Science PerspectiveA Soul-filled life
Today’s contributor, a lifelong Aretha Franklin fan, shares how a deeper look at what it means to express Soul freed her from recurring bouts of stage fright.
The Monitor's ViewKeeping Italy in Europe’s nestFor the first time, EU leaders rebuked a member state, Italy, for spending profligacy. To solve the crisis and keep the eurozone from failing, both sides need to look at recoveries in nearby economies.
The Monitor's ViewWhy a nuclear-arms pact can save EuropeRussia and Trump challenge a 1987 treaty on short-range nuclear-tipped missiles. They need to listen to the person who signed the pact to understand its larger purpose.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA superpower we all truly have
Today’s article explores the idea of God as the infinite Mind that sends us inspiration and ideas even when we’re feeling stuck.
Readers RespondReaders write: Scottish phrases, more photos, reading habits, learning about the AmazonLetters to the editor for the Oct. 22, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandAfrican leadership should speak out at the UN, US commercial embargo of Cuba should end, Fan Bingbing’s tax practices are not unusual, India’s ties with Russia can survive American interference, Women’s rights are co-opted for their political impactA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 22, 2018 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoaves, fish, and … cherry tomatoes
Out of food and money, today’s contributor found comfort in the Bible, which brought her a newfound confidence in God’s care for all. Very soon, her family’s immediate needs were met in unexpected ways.
The Monitor's ViewIdentity politics on the ropes in Iraq?In forming a new government, a prime minister-designate tries to take Iraq beyond a quota system for sharing power by religion and ethnicity. Young Iraqis seek a broader identity.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveIntegrity – it’s inherent in all of us
The more we recognize integrity as naturally expressed in God’s creation, the more equipped we are to know and do what’s right.
The Monitor's ViewAfghans choose ballots over bombsPopular support for Saturday’s election reflects the spirit of a post-2001 generation eager for clean, no-Taliban governance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBrotherly love and fairness in education
Today’s contributor headed an early childhood department of a Caribbean school system. She shares how prayer inspired her efforts to address academic inequality.
The Monitor's ViewHelping Saudis be led by truth, not fearThe best response to the disappearance of a Saudi dissident is to invite transparency in the investigation.
Readers RespondReaders write: ‘Mister Rogers’ thoughts, garden misadventuresLetters to the editor for the Oct. 15, 2018 weekly magazine.
Demanding more from politicsWhat the Kavanaugh hearings showed is the tendency to be satisfied with the 'politics of personal destruction.'
The Monitor's ViewTo fight corruption, Kenyans study integrityThe country’s anti-corruption body, alarmed at a rise in bribery, starts a Bible-based campaign to educate people on their role in standing up to corruption.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNever without a parent
In every moment and every situation, the limitless love of our divine Parent is right there to lift anger, sadness, and hate and lead us forward.
The Monitor's ViewA lesson from the Sears bankruptcyThe retailer largely defined an identity for Americans as consumers while not investing enough in local communities that thrive on the social bonding of local commerce.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePrayer as Brexit negotiations continue
As discussions on the UK's exit from the European Union go down to the wire, today’s column explores how a deeper spiritual understanding can support the negotiations and help open the way to practical solutions.
The triumph of grayPerhaps the answer to growing concerns about capitalism is not in black or white – it is in the perpetual reconsideration and recalibration that reveals the symphony within the gray.
Global NewsstandNAFTA’s replacement will have to do, Untangling the Skripal poisoning case, In US tariff talks, Japan should push principles of free trade, Sexual abuse survivors also face #MeToo consequences, Forced evictions are a global problemA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 15, 2018 weekly magazine.
