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- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur safety in loving others
A Christian Science perspective: God could never cause us harm as a result of loving others.
The Monitor's ViewA skillful decision on daily fantasy sportsAs this gaming industry grows, more states ask if it is worth probing how much players rely on skill versus chance. A Massachusetts panel has given good advice.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe divine law of good
A Christian Science perspective: We’re never without God’s help.
The Monitor's ViewAn Arab model for curbing domestic violenceA new law in Tunisia sets a regional standard by granting better protection for abused women. It reflects a steady shift in the Middle East toward gender equality.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSeeds of inspiration
A Christian Science perspective: God plants seeds of inspiration in everyone, enabling us to feel and express more of God’s infinite love.
The Monitor's ViewThe payoff for society in rewarding whistle-blowersA US program that pays for tips on company fraud helps highlight the role of employees as guardians of their firm's integrity.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveShielded from cyberattacks
A Christian Science perspective: The realization that God, good, is infinitely powerful inspires vigilance and practical solutions that keep us safe.
Staving off starvationWe sent in three staff writers and a staff photographer to find out what lessons have been learned from past droughts and famines. Aid groups and others are taking steps that are saving individual lives and, in some cases, entire villages.
Global NewsstandDonald Trump needs to learn how Congress works, Emmanuel Macron’s approach to governing is risky, Why the US-Russia Syria cease-fire could anger Iran, The real reasons behind Syria’s many wars, Roger Federer’s stroke of geniusA roundup of global commentary for the July 31, 2017 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Winning over voters, best columnists, complicated topic, help for teensLetters to the editor for the July 31, 2017 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewTaking the high road in a Himalayan hostilityIndia and China, two giants that cannot afford a war, are in a military standoff over a piece of Bhutan. Patient diplomacy will hopefully win the day.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveInsights about womanhood after watching ‘Wonder Woman’
A Christian Science perspective: We all naturally possess qualities that support the greater good – such as strength, humility, respect, and teamwork.
The Monitor's ViewWhen Congress wields a tool of peaceLawmakers are strongly bipartisan in support of new sanctions on Iran, Russia, and North Korea. The mixed record on sanctions requires Congress to be vigilant in tracking their impact.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLight that uncovers crime
A Christian Science perspective: The light of divine Truth is here to break through the darkness of malice, injustice, and fear.
The Monitor's ViewThe prodigal Greeks return to financial marketsA bond sale shows how much Greece has reformed after it nearly went bankrupt and threatened the eurozone.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA ladder out of anxiety
A Christian Science perspective: Anyone can find peace through understanding his or her true nature.
The Monitor's ViewWhat restores peace for Jerusalem’s Old CityEnding violence over the control of Islam's third-holiest site rests on a mutual appreciation by Jews and Muslims of the promise of peace in each other's religion.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWe are safe
A Christian Science perspective: There’s nowhere we can be where we can’t turn to God, good, the divine Love that always surrounds us.
The Monitor's ViewThe bounty that heads off famineEast African countries battling hunger, the focus of a Monitor series this week, are learning that resilience lies in treating the poor as leaders, not victims, in defining their own solutions.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePraying for those facing hunger and starvation
A Christian Science perspective: Divine Love treasures, cares for, and deeply loves one and all.
