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The Monitor's ViewAn ancient cure for war-torn SyriaAs the conflict escalates in Aleppo and Raqqa, many Syrians are preparing for peace by rekindling the country’s legacy as the place that first gave evidence of divine worship and the idea that diverse people can live together.
Global NewsstandResults of battles, Wells Fargo consequences, movie controversy, ready for tourism?, drone regulation neededA roundup of global commentary for the Nov. 7, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Good partnership, hacker photosLetters to the editor for the Nov. 7, 2016 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveElections and divine power
A Christian Science perspective: What’s impelling our vote?
The Monitor's ViewThe moral victory in the battle for MosulHow the Iraqi Army treats the city’s civilians, both during and after the battle, will determine the country’s future. Humanitarian law in war can serve a peaceful purpose.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA candidate prays
A Christian Science perspective: The upcoming US election deserves our careful thoughts and prayers.
The Monitor's ViewThe measure of civic virtues in a lost letterResearchers keep probing for ways to measure civic engagement. Globally, it is alive and well, as the act of helping strangers in need is the most common form of giving back.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTo move beyond past wrongs
A Christian Science perspective: Shedding our ‘victim’ label frees us.
The Monitor's ViewBritain's rethink of gamblingA new government asks for a review of gambling, especially betting machines and gambling ads that reach children. It should also look at weaning gamblers off a belief in luck as the road to riches.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePrayer that is dependable
A Christian Science perspective: On the power of prayer in the modern world.
The Monitor's ViewA Mideast beachhead for reconciliationLebanon’s election of a new president not only marks its own attempt to reconcile religious factions but shows how Lebanon can be a model for other Middle East countries caught in religious violence.
Where democracy thrivesWhile candidates and parties battle it out high in the political canopy, American democracy endures on the forest floor.
Protecting the internet's purposeLike every paradigm-shifting technology, the internet has evolved quickly from interesting to essential. Security failures are not an option.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLook at what’s possible!
A Christian Science perspective: In response to the Monitor’s cover story about young ethical hackers.
The Monitor's ViewPraise for Panama’s shift to honest businessThe Central American country, once a major haven for tax evaders, has quickly joined the global campaign for transparency between countries in declaring foreign assets. It deserves more gratitude for a swift change of heart.
Global NewsstandIn praise of meat, Scotland and ‘Brexit,’ diplomacy’s role in the Syrian conflict, aisle or window?, sanctions for South Sudan’s leadersA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 31, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Trade in TPP, changing schools, true neighborLetters to the editor for the Oct. 31, 2016 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSome thoughts on aging
A Christian Science perspective: On overcoming age limitations.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica’s challenge to universal justiceSouth Africa, Gambia, and Burundi plan to withdraw from the International Criminal Court. While disappointing, their move cannot end the steady progress to establish universal ideals and norms of justice.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRemoving the masks
A Christian Science perspective: Where can we look for a truer understanding of who we really are?
