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Global NewsstandSanders' boost for Clinton; immigration fears; Trump in Africa; France's right wing; Syria peace talksA roundup of global commentary for the Feb. 15, 2016 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA Valentine wish
A Christian Science perspective: Finding a deeper sense of love and completeness.
The Monitor's ViewUnsung heroes who rescue Syria’s refugeesAs peace talks falter and the war in Syria escalates, one good constant has been the compassionate welcome and rescue of refugees by common residents in neighboring states. Good examples can be found on Greek islands.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAre you #blessed?
A Christian Science perspective: Looking beyond the hashtag.
The Monitor's ViewMaking the world safe for anti-corruption whistle-blowersA Ukrainian official’s resignation over corruption prompts an unusually strong response from world bodies. The global campaign against official wrongdoing has made it easier for many people to stand up for honest governance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveYour potential
A Christian Science perspective: How to measure and begin to prove our potential.
The Monitor's ViewHong Kong’s lessons in coping with ChinaA Feb. 8 riot and police crackdown in Hong Kong reveals the harsher hand of China but also a dilemma for the territory on how to deal with Beijing’s fear of dissent. The world must watch how Hong Kong decides.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDollars or deeds?
A Christian Science perspective: The good we do is of higher value than money.
The Monitor's ViewMercy for Myanmar's military?As she and her winning party prepare to run Parliament, Aung San Suu Kyi faces pressure from the military’s millions of victims for revenge. She wisely argues to allow the Army to reform.
The Monitor's ViewFixing both Flint and its water pipesThe water-pollution tragedy in Flint deserves quick solutions but the city’s citizens, led by a new mayor, are also rightly looking at rebuilding the trust necessary to improve democratic governance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe spiritual path out of poverty
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual response to the Monitor Weekly’s cover story tracking the status of world poverty.
Readers RespondReaders write: The 'Trump' effect on readersLetters to the editor for the Feb. 8, 2016, weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandFive years after Egypt's Arab Spring; India-US relations; China and Saudi Arabia partnership; Clinton feels 'the Bern'; Russian politicsA roundup of global commentary for the Feb. 8, 2016 weekly magazine.
Where we are going together nextWe aim to explore the news in a new way so that you might begin to think differently about the world.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding freedom from resentment
A Christian Science perspective: How can we let go of grudges and find harmony?
The Monitor's ViewLessons for Syria from ColombiaAs it nears a historic peace deal to end a long civil war, Colombia’s leaders say the key was giving the victims of the conflict a seat at the table. It created a tender mutuality and compassion that eased the peace process.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTurn! Turn! Turn!
A Christian Science perspective: What does it mean to “turn” to God?
The Monitor's ViewWinning peace for minorities in Muslim landsEnding terrorist attacks on religious minorities will require more than weapons. Since 9/11, more scholars are challenging Muslims and others to embrace ideas that prevent religious violence.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveListening to God’s unerring direction
A Christian Science perspective: Turning to God for guidance brings help and harmony.
The Monitor's ViewIowa’s eye-opener on what America’s youth seekThree of the four winners in the Iowa caucuses are anti-establishment politicians who drew strongly on under-35 voters. Will America’s future be defined by the youth vote in this presidential contest?
