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- A Christian Science PerspectiveResponding thoughtfully
A Christian Science perspective: How can our responses to people, in person or on social media, be more helpful?
The Monitor's ViewWhen disaster brings reconciliationA massive flood in Colombia brought an offer of aid from a rebel group, another example of how disasters can bring people together and alter the course of history.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe approval that counts most
A Christian Science perspective: On seeking approval.
The Monitor's ViewTools to reshape digital etiquetteA survey of tech experts predicts that the future in online behavior could lead to less hate and misinformation with the right incentives and artificial intelligence. Individuals must be empowered to conduct civil public discourse.
Global NewsstandPopulism's effect on mainstream parties, Government must take action to save coral reefs, The influence of 'Brexit' in Asia, Combating famine in Somalia, Canadian attitudes toward illegal immigrationA roundup of global commentary for the April 3, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Merits of voting system, conservatives and climateLetters to the editor for the April 3, 2017 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHealing workplace animosity
A Christian Science perspective: On restoring workplace morale and finding solutions to problems.
The Monitor's ViewA ring of care for Mosul’s civiliansIn a precedent for urban warfare, Iraq’s battle to retake the city of Mosul from ISIS includes a chain of care facilities for civilians wounded in the intense fighting. This marks a triumph for humanitarian law.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFrom adversity to opportunity
A Christian Science perspective: Are there opportunities for good in the face of adversity?
The Monitor's ViewA neighborly rebuke to a wayward VenezuelaThe country’s biggest neighbors in Latin America insist on talks between President Maduro and the opposition to end a political and humanitarian crisis. Neighbors like that are now more common in the world.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘We are not afraid’
A Christian Science perspective: Prayers for London.
The Monitor's ViewA good defense against terrorist hateAs Islamic State loses ground, it seeks a base in Egypt. A branch there has lately killed dozens of Christians in an attempt to rally Muslims to its side. But the tactic has failed. Muslims instead are coming to the aid of Christians.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAn army of angels
A Christian Science perspective: God’s messages of love for us bring tangible blessings.
The Monitor's ViewA model for anti-corruption RussiansThe March 26 protests in dozens of Russian cities were not simply against the corruption under President Putin. Many demonstrators also know how another former Soviet state, Georgia, has achieved relatively clean governance.
The persistence of progressAmid war and terror, famine and plague, The Monitor's confident hope in telling the world's story endures.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoving ‘the stranger’
A Christian Science perspective: Study and inspiration on how we treat others.
The Monitor's ViewTrump and the question of truthAs more citizens distrust traditional media, they must rely even more on their own ability to discern statements from elected leaders like President Trump. Democracy depends on informed voters.
Global NewsstandErdogan's tussle with Europe, The shame of the world, Regional support for Venezuela is vital, Scotland's place in the United Kingdom, US reengagement in the Middle EastA roundup of global commentary for the March 27, 2017, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Immigration path, talent at home, science knowledgeLetters to the editor for the March 27, 2017 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLoving your life
A Christian Science perspective: Understanding God as our loving creator heals heartache and inharmony.
