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Readers RespondReaders write: teens under the influence of IS; Dolley Madison the bridge builderLetters to the editor for the Dec. 7, 2015 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandUnderestimating IS; Europe's labor shortage; Korea and terrorism; Argentinian politics; democracy in JamaicaA roundup of global commentary for the Dec. 7, 2015 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBalancing act: Finding a successful work-life balance
A Christian Science perspective: One working mother shares her answered prayers on juggling a career and family.
The Monitor's ViewProtest, not numbness, in response to mass shootingsA rapid rise in mass shootings like the latest in San Bernardino should not lead Americans to resignation. Rather their search for a motive, the care for victims, and a debate over solutions instead reveal a protest for the power of good over evil.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhen neighbors become true friends
A Christian Science perspective: A response to the Monitor’s Upfront column ‘Old neighbors. Can they be friends?’
The Monitor's ViewDiplomatic oil on Middle East's trouble watersThe region is in unprecedented turmoil, from Islamic State to Libya’s civil war, but almost as unprecedented are the attempts to negotiate the many conflicts.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHumility leads to good decisions
A Christian Science perspective: Prayers for the climate summit in Paris.
The Monitor's ViewWhen nations step up for the global commonsFrom climate talks to the war on Islamic State, a few nations have lately shown greater global leadership. This wider embrace of humanity deserves notice.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCooperation through humility
A Christian Science perspective: A response to the Monitor’s View editorial ‘The right use of history in Asia’s future.’
The Monitor's ViewFalse promises in fantasy sports gamblingNew York’s lawsuit against DraftKings and FanDuel forces the companies to admit how few people win in wagering on fantasy sports – contradicting their previous claims of winning.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMaking a difference through prayer
A Christian Science perspective: A response to the Monitor's View editorial, 'Fearless Guatemala's lessons for Latin America.'
What we owe Earth's other predatorsHumans must be good stewards of Earth's creatures -- even of those that once vied with humans for dominance.
The Monitor's ViewA test for motives in banking: ending bonusesThe new head of Germany’s largest bank challenges the financial industry by questioning the use of bonuses as a worthy incentive for providing service to customers. High finance needs more such ethical reflection.
Readers RespondReaders write: keep guns in US military; water scarcity needs solutionsLetters to the editor for the Nov. 30, 2015 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandIslamic State as international threat; how to respond to terror; West waited too long in Syria; a new partnership with Russia; ending Africa's droughtA roundup of global commentary in the Nov. 30, 2015 weekly magazine
- A Christian Science PerspectiveUnfailing care for caregivers
A Christian Science perspective: Healing ideas for National Caregivers Month.
The Monitor's ViewItaly's artful arsenal against Islamic StateThe prime minister plans to spend $1 billion in shaping the ‘cultural identity’ of refugees from Syria and Iraq as a creative riposte to Islamic State’s destruction of art.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGive thanks
A Christian Science perspective: The giving that gratitude inspires.
The Monitor's ViewWhere Muslims are a learning experienceith their strong diversity of faiths, college campuses are essential training grounds to teach tomorrow’s leaders about interfaith cooperation, including engagement with Muslims.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhere gratitude can take you
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual perspective on Thanksgiving and the power of gratitude.
