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The Monitor's ViewThe prospect of no people living in extreme povertyFewer than 10 percent of the world’s people now live on less than $1.90 a day. As such progress shifts the attitude of the remaining poor, the rate could more easily get to zero.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding comfort beyond ‘comfort food’
Today’s contributor was freed from a binge-eating habit and regained a normal weight as a void in her life was filled by a clearer sense of God’s love.
The Monitor's ViewAn African model for ethnic reconciliation?Ethiopia’s new leader has quickly begun democratic reforms but none will mean more than reconciling the country’s ethnic groups. Recent violence shows the urgency to develop a civic identity that he says starts with forgiveness.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow can we pray for our environment?
Today’s column explores how an understanding of God’s care for His universe helps us become more open to solutions to environmental issues.
The Monitor's ViewThe freedom driving North Korea to the tableThe latest North-South summit is yet another test on whether the Kim regime feels pressure from its people to further embrace a market economy in return for giving up its nuclear arsenal.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo loneliness vacuums in God’s love
There has been a heightened focus on the issue of loneliness in the news this year, and today’s contributor found that it was prayer and turning to God, divine Love, that made the difference in finding freedom from feeling alone.
The Monitor's ViewAmazon’s Bezos clicks on homelessnessA big new focus of his philanthropy will be innovators solving this acute social problem. The best are nonprofit volunteers equipped with special qualities of care that can heal the homeless from the inside out.
Readers RespondReaders write: Buryatia coverage, book search, wildfire precautions, science at homeLetters to the editor for the Sept. 17, 2018 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOvercoming addiction – a mother’s perspective
When today’s contributor learned of her daughter’s substance abuse, she “reached out to God as never before” in a prayer-filled journey that brought peace and healing.
Global NewsstandCanada needs to make a statement about Aung San Suu Kyi, Question easy loans from China, Working mothers are assets, not liabilities, Tourism bump is driven by North American economic growth, Tennis organizations should work harder to win against sexismA roundup of global commentary for the Sept. 17, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA golden lesson from the 2008 financial crisisOn the 10th anniversary of the financial crash that triggered the Great Recession, one lingering result is the use of ‘risk officers’ in financial firms. They are really affinity coaches.
The Monitor's ViewThe best way to curb illegal migrationThe largest numbers of migrants caught at the US border now are from Guatemala, a country struggling to renew its efforts toward the kind of clean governance that can quell violence.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSheltered ‘under the shadow of the Almighty’
Today’s column points to the comfort, safety, and peace God imparts to all His children.
The Monitor's ViewThe FDA’s crackdown on teen vapingThe agency's move against the makers and sellers of e-cigarettes is aimed at keeping children from addiction. But it joins a larger trend in the safeguarding the most innocent in society.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveProtected and guided during a hurricane
When today’s contributor was stuck outside without suitable shelter during a hurricane, prayer led to a profound sense of spiritual peace that enabled her to remain calm and find a way to get safely indoors.
The Monitor's ViewFrat houses refine the purpose of brotherhoodIn response to cases of tragic misuse of alcohol, fraternities decide to ban hard liquor at events. The next step is to restore the core purpose of these campus clubs.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power that stops violence
Today’s contributor explores the biblical example of Saul’s transformation and how it speaks to God’s ability to heal violent intent.
The Monitor's ViewIn China, a great leap in corporate governanceBucking a deep tradition in private companies, the founder of tech giant Alibaba picks a successor – not a family member but a person with ‘professional talent.’ A kinship of qualities beat out succession by clannishness.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSuicide prevention, and beyond, through God’s love
Today’s contributor shares how a friend was freed from recurring impulses to kill herself as she grew conscious of her innate value as a child of God.
New look, changing team for the MonitorEvery so often, I take this space to let you know about happenings at the Monitor.
