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- A Christian Science PerspectiveAccident protection
A Christian Science perspective: Understanding that God perpetually cares for everyone can bring safety as well as restoration and healing where needed.
To fix a school, it takes a villageThese schools have made remarkable gains, but they have done so by mustering every ounce of ingenuity and collective will.
Global NewsstandLessons from Hawaii’s incoming missile false alarm, Why the Aziz Ansari story is important, Is Latin America withdrawing support for Palestinians?, Ramzan Kadyrov’s brutal war on drugs, European Union takes a different tack from the US on CubaA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 29, 2018 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Most important meal, moving into the future, analyzing the world, looking at industrial societiesLetters to the editor for the Jan. 29, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewHumility as an asset in FranceA new leader claims he is helping the French learn how to fail in business, a necessary step for innovation and one that requires humility.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFoot condition healed
A Christian Science perspective: Illness is not part of anyone’s real identity, because it does not come from God, our infinitely good creator.
The Monitor's ViewUS response to China’s techno threats: Do what you do wellAs China moves to achieve technological dominance, the US must continue to value the very things that foster innovation.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhere our value lies
A Christian Science perspective: “Man is God’s reflection, needing no cultivation, but ever beautiful and complete” (Mary Baker Eddy, “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures,” p. 527).
The Monitor's ViewThe Vegas shooter and problem gamblingStephen Paddock’s motives in the Las Vegas massacre remain unclear but officials point to his extensive gambling as a possible factor. Can problem gamblers be better enticed to curb their behavior?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA love that keeps on loving
A Christian Science perspective: A teenager who had to give her child up for adoption learned we can never be separated from those we love because God is Love, and we are united forever with one another in this Love.
The Monitor's ViewA global wish for honest leadersCan there be a #MeToo-style campaign against corruption? One region shows that a cross-border movement is possible.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSupporting good government
A Christian Science perspective: By truly letting God’s law of good govern us, we are contributing to the reign of peace in our world.
The Monitor's ViewFacebook’s about-face on news credibilityRather than rely on machines to pick items for its news feed, the media giant will now trust its users to select trustworthy media outlets. The move reflects a broader need to restore trust in news by relying on readers as truth seekers.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMeaningful giving
A Christian Science perspective: As the reflection of God, infinite Love, everyone has something meaningful to give – we’re never left without love to express.
How can China grow?Sitting on a park bench in Beijing, moved to tears by the memories that came flooding back to her as she watched an amateur opera, our reporter saw other core values expressed by a gentleman who sat next to her: harmony, civility, friendship.
Global NewsstandCutting off communication, no more street protests, improving Parliament, projections for IndiaA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 22, 2018 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: An about-face in reaction to sexual harassment, coverage of international news, books that matter, original and fresh storyLetters to the editor for the Jan. 22, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewWith forgiveness, a need for economic justiceIn Liberia and Colombia, civil conflict has been halted by programs that aid former rebels. South Africa has avoided civil war but it also needs to help those who don’t share in its wealth.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAbundance and the global economy
A Christian Science perspective: God is constantly communicating the ideas we need to express His intelligence, love, and goodness in serving others and seeing our own needs met.
The Monitor's ViewReducing drunken-driving tragediesA new study suggests tougher laws will work and a new task force points to higher taxes that change behavior.
