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The Monitor's ViewThe Arab-Israeli courtshipHints are growing of Israel and the Gulf kingdoms finding common ground, if only to oppose Iran and Islamic State. These initial ties should be the basis for a lasting peace.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveChoosing our model
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewIn a smaller world, giants must tread with careWith China’s surprise move on its exchange rate and the US due to raise interest rates, the time is ripe to reset global financial rules that soften the effects of economic nationalism.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSmooth water – smooth skiing
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual lesson taken from waterskiing.
The Monitor's ViewIraqi leaders on the hot seatA heat wave pushes Iraqis to demand the kind of honest government that can keep the power on and air conditioners running. Such demands are key to building an Iraqi identity and ending incursions by Islamic State and Iran.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveIs a climate change agreement possible?
A Christian Science perspective: Resolving disputes through prayer.
The Monitor's ViewHaiti’s graduation to self-governanceThe first of three elections may end Haiti’s political dysfunction and cycle of dependency if enough Haitians embrace democracy as the path to stable institutions.
Small steps on a planetary concernRegardless of the ongoing debate on climate change, at the ground level people worldwide are taking steps to defend their lives and communities.
Global NewsstandTurkey's fight against IS, negotiations with Taliban, foreign firms in Iran, Germany and the eurozone, Korea's unemployed youthA round-up of global commentary for the August 10, 2015 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: climate change, apology from Japan, including PalestiniansLetters to the editor for the Aug. 10, 2015 weekly.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTake care of yourself
A Christian Science perspective: A look at spirituality and how it affects our health.
The Monitor's ViewThe gain in Spain goes mainly against the grainWith Europe’s highest growth so far this year, Spain’s economy has defied predictions that it would remain a eurozone laggard. Its turnaround is a lesson for Greece and others.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘and nothing shall offend them’
A Christian Science perspective: Prayer can help us overcome past offenses and even bring physical healing.
The Monitor's ViewPulling Venezuela back from the brinkAfter making deals with Cuba and Iran, Obama may now be trying to negotiate a deal with Venezuela. With the country in dire crisis, this longtime US adversary needs the help.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘My hate is all gone’
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual lesson learned on a school playground.
The Monitor's ViewTransparency in sports anti-doping effortsAn investigation of doping tests for many Olympic athletes suggests the need for further reform in curbing performance-boosting drugs.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePeace for a new mom
A Christian Science perspective: One mom relied on prayer to find rest after her baby was born.
The Monitor's ViewThe honey vs. vinegar dilemma for China, RussiaAs their militaries expand their spheres of influence, China and Russia find resistance from groupings of nations designed on the power of attraction, not coercion.
Making sense of the 'silly season'In the ongoing pre-primary, presidential hopefuls will do almost anything to stand out. It won't make much difference to voters on Nov. 8, 2016.
- A Christian Science Perspective Hate has no kingdom
A Christian Science perspective: A piece of the Berlin Wall and a spiritual inspiration.
