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Cities worth rebuildingNew Orleans and all cities arise because people join together. When they are knocked down, that same spirit helps them rise again.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLearning from God
A Christian Science perspective: An understanding of God enhances our ability to learn.
The Monitor's ViewTaproot for Europe's migrant crisisThe largest share of refugees streaming into Europe is from Syria. Solving the war there is as important as dealing with the symptom of Syrians crossing the Mediterranean to find peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAlert to mockery
A Christian Science perspective: Recognize and reject mean-spirited humor.
The Monitor's ViewAs China’s economy cools, a hot debate on graftCritics contend that China’s anti-corruption campaign has helped to slow the economy. But the evidence points to honest governance as better for growth, if integrity in officials can be promoted.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveStanding up for spiritual innocence
A Christian Science perspective: Understanding our status as children of God diffuses fear and danger.
The Monitor's ViewHeroin addiction as a US campaign issueA heroin epidemic in New Hampshire, which will hold the first presidential primary, has forced both Democratic and Republican candidates to address this nationwide problem. The surprising consensus is on the need for treatment versus jail time.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNever without a family
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewIgnoring wrongs in Syria to battle Islamic StateThe US cannot hope the Assad regime will contain Islamic State because the regime’s atrocities are a prime recruiting tool for IS.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSeeing our innate, eternal beauty
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewLoving the migrant but perhaps not migration policyAs immigration politics now dominate in Europe, attacks on refugees have led to grass-roots efforts to meet the basic needs of migrants. Compassion over politics is a needed step to resolve social tensions.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveObedience is a blessing
A Christian Science perspective: Following God’s direction keeps us safe.
The Monitor's ViewAfter another China disaster, giving again in spotlightThe big blasts in Tianjin saw a charitable response by private groups, raising again the question of how to encourage generosity in countries like China.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHolding up the light
A Christian Science perspective: Prayers for those caught up in storms.
The Monitor's ViewThe right use of history in Asia’s futureAs China plans a major event Sept. 3 to mark the anniversary of the end of World War II, it reveals much about differing paths for Asia. To prevent conflict, Asia must think less of power relationships and more of ideals that unite.
Global NewsstandCybersecurity, migrants in EU, Iran deal impact on Gulf states, Russia's strategy, African developmentA round-up of global commentary for the Aug. 17 & 24, 2015 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: the American political process, respect in JerusalemLetters for the editor for the Aug. 17 & 24, 2015 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhy pray?
A Christian Science perspective: Prayer is a desire to know good, another name for God.
The Monitor's ViewFocus on Internet's potential more than its problemsIn a coming global summit and in trade talks, leaders must not be gripped by fear of the Internet’s issues. Its benefits are still playing out, especially for the world’s poor.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow to work together
A Christian Science perspective: Reliable prayer enables us to promote teamwork.
