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The Monitor's ViewReimagining Africa as innovatorIn preparing a visit to Africa, President Obama hopes to bring US investment in technology. Yet he may find Africa already on its way to indigenous innovation.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLove spring!
A Christian Science perspective: Seasonal allergies permanently healed.
The Monitor's ViewKeeping critical mass against nuclear weaponsAlmost every country is at a conference to affirm a central plank of world order, the 1970 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Even with modest progress to implement the pact, a moral imperative against nuclear weapons is maintained.
- A Christian Science Perspective The ‘our’ of prayer
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewFifty years on, practical lessons from German-Israeli friendshipOn the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties, Israel and Germany offer a model for others in reconciling after a dismal past like the Holocaust.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo one is marginalized
A Christian Science perspective: One Christian Science teacher shares an inspirational time spent speaking with incarcerated women.
The Monitor's ViewBearing and sharing the burden of asylum seekersOnly a few countries in the European Union accept the bulk of asylum seekers who make it across the Mediterranean. Sharing the burden would help alleviate the current migrant crisis.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFreedom of speech at its best
A Christian Science perspective: A spiritual response to our right to free speech.
The Monitor's ViewA British way for countries in divorceLast week’s UK election was not only a win for Conservatives but for the gentler, more persuasive approach by the Scottish Nationalist Party, which won big in Scotland. Now Britain must continue its peaceful model of settling disputes over disunion.
What peace makes possibleIn the 70 years since the end of the war in Europe, the world has faced grave challenges. But it has also built a remarkable peace.
Global NewsstandStanding with Nepal, UN's failure in Syria, balancing freedom and security, Korean relations, inequality in South AfricaA round-up of global commentary for the May 11 Monitor weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Stages of parenting, US-Iran talks, thirsty CaliforniaLetters to the editor for the May 11, 2015 Monitor weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMother God
A Christian Science perspective: Honoring the motherhood of God this Mother’s Day.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the Yemen war may be differentIn a step toward moral law in Middle Eastern conflicts, the US persuades Saudi Arabia to propose a ‘humanitarian pause’ in Yemen’s war to allow aid to reach civilians. This may set a pattern for the region’s wars.
- A Christian Science Perspective64th annual National Day of Prayer
A Christian Science perspective: Finding an understanding of true and effective prayer.
The Monitor's ViewA women's peace walk across the KoreasA group of international women, including Nobel Peace Prize winners, plan to walk between North and South Korea in hopes the two nations will sign a peace pact. Their efforts reflect a rise in women as conflict mediators.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHonoring nurses
A Christian Science perspective: National Nurses Day recognizes the devotion of nurses everywhere who tirelessly care for others.
The Monitor's ViewBritain's identity-forming electionTwo lesser parties in the May 7 election are doing well enough to challenge Britain’s unity and its bonds with Europe. Voters must remember how peace and security were achieved by a comity of common values.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveCredible candidacy
A Christian Science perspective: How can presidential candidates best display credible and trustworthy character traits?
The Monitor's ViewAfghanistan's trial against fearUnusual public concern over the mob murder of a woman has forced a televised trial that includes police among the accused. Afghan society may be at a turning point for women’s rights and rule of law.
