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- A Christian Science PerspectiveCalled by whom?
A Christian Science perspective: A response to Islamic State’s call to violence.
The Monitor's ViewIn Europe and now Asia, a search for ‘common destiny’China has adopted the EU’s slogan of ‘common destiny’ for creating a Eurasian economy. Yet the EU’s many new woes call for redefining the core values, or identity, of its union.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveServing humanity by knowing God
A Christian Science perspective: An understanding of God does a service to mankind.
The Monitor's ViewWhen fishermen rescue migrants – and nationsIn Southeast Asia, acts of empathy by fishermen in saving refugees adrift at sea help soften the hard stance of Indonesia and Malaysia. They are fishers of both people and goodwill.
Global NewsstandThe effect of the British elections, racial tolerance in the US, German-Israeli relations, China not a threat, compassion for PutinA round-up of global commentary for the May 25, 2015, weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: student homework, life sentence for Boston bomber, fossil fuels divestment,Letters to the editor for the May 25, 2015, weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePraying this Memorial Day
A Christian Science perspective: Let’s pray for freedom this Memorial Day.
The Monitor's ViewNigeria's lesson in battling terroristsWith an election this past March and a new president taking power, Nigeria illustrates how a democracy stands up for its values against terrorist groups like Boko Haram.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe intelligence that meets humanity’s needs
A Christian Science perspective: Can innovation ever really come to a halt?
The Monitor's ViewWhistle while you work: Wall Street's culture of fingering fraudA new federal program of rewarding whistle-blowers in the financial industry is booming. And a survey shows industry insiders favor acting as tipsters against wrongdoing – especially in firms with a culture of integrity.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTrusting God when we have a need
A Christian Science perspective: Trusting in Spirit brings blessings in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewAn antidote to IS recruitment of womenThe Islamic State's recruitment of women draws big attention. But less noticed and more important are efforts in Islamic countries to raise the level of women as spiritual guides – able to prevent young women (and men) from joining radical groups.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRestoration of diplomatic relations
A Christian Science perspective: Celebrate and solidify restored relations between countries.
The Monitor's ViewThe US and a spiral of cyberfearIn a newly revealed strategy, the Pentagon poses the threat of a digital counterattack on those who launch a cyberattack on the US. This offensive capability, however, might trigger a cyber arms race. Is the US fear well founded to justify a possible escalation of fear?
The Monitor's ViewWith end of Syria war in sight, so must be a postwar planThe US and other nations have stepped up their military role in Syria as the Assad regime weakens. But they must not repeat the mistake made in Iraq and Afghanistan and hold low expectations for postwar reconstruction. Muslim societies can be democratic.
Global NewsstandSupporting peace in Afghanistan, better checks on drones, US cycle of poverty and racism, helping boys in South Africa, repairing IraqA round-up of global commentary for the May 18, 2015 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWho we really are
A Christian Science perspective: Find peace in your identity.
Readers RespondReaders write: Congress and trade decision, Arab homeland, 'right to work'Letters to the editor for the May 18, 2015, weekly magazine.
Behind a changing equationThe US-Saudi relationship epitomizes the old maxim that nations don’t have permanent friends or enemies, only interests.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGraduation and the best advice
A Christian Science perspective: Where does the best graduation advice come from?
