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The Monitor's ViewChlorine attacks in Syria: Time to reassert a global banAs evidence mounts of Syria dropping chlorine gas bombs on civilians, the UN needs to act. On the 100th anniversary of the world’s first major chlorine attack, humanity must reaffirm a standard against such indiscriminate weapons.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSeeking true justice
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Obama needs a key tool for trade talksA new bipartisan bill in Congress would give the president special authority to negotiate trade pacts. Such economic measures are a vital means for peaceful cooperation between nations.
A search that changes perceptionsFrom Galileo's rudimentary telescope to the mighty Hubble, our ability to peer deeper into the cosmos affects how we see ourselves.
The Monitor's ViewPutting Libya back together againAs civil war saps and splits the North African country, leaders of rival groups are in talks aimed at forming a unity government. The UN-led talks require a patience in turning Libya's shared suffering into hope for a shared democratic vision.
Global NewsstandKenyans stand against terror attacks, the pros and cons of a modern nuclear Iran, beware of Houthi rebels in YemenA round-up of global commentary for the April 20&27, 2015 issue of the weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: 'Right to work and unions,' Taiwan's diplomacy with ChinaLetters to the editor for the April 29&27, 2015 issue of the weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo conflict in law
A Christian Science perspective: How to find harmony and wisdom in our laws of government.
The Monitor's ViewEurope's urgent task of saving migrantsA rapid rise in migrants trying to reach Europe across the Mediterranean – with many not making it – requires the EU to overhaul its immigration policies and anti-migrant fears.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLove one another
A Christian Science perspective: How prayer stopped gang violence.
The Monitor's ViewWhat propels the 'sharing economy'The booming business of digital transactions between strangers in providing services and goods relies on new ways of determining trust. Consumers say the 'sharing economy' is building strong communities.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe peace of Israel and the life-preserving power of God
A Christian Science perspective: What Jacob’s transformation in the Bible means for us today.
The Monitor's ViewProtecting the purity of the OlympicsAs a rise in sports betting leads to more scandals, the International Olympic Committee must safeguard athletes from corruption and ensure fair competition. A new IOC hot line is one good step.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGambling or God’s law of good?
A Christian Science perspective: Only one can lead to true happiness.
The Monitor's ViewBody cameras can help police to perfect their workRecent shootings of black men have resulted in a rush to put body cameras on police as a way to 'catch them.' Yet recordings of police who handle difficult situations well would be the best result from 'body cams,' creating models to emulate.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMy friend, the tax collector
A Christian Science perspective: Biblical tax collector Zacchæus shows by example what it means to be transformed by Christ.
The triumph of innocenceRicky Jackson's four decades in prison for a crime he didn't commit is the story of injustice, perseverance, and, most of all, grace.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Tsarnaev deserves the mercy of a life sentenceThe jury that convicted Dzhokhar Tsarnaev for the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing will start to decide his penalty on April 21. Choosing a life sentence will be an act of grace with a greater potential for deterrence than the death penalty.
Global NewsstandStrengthening US ties to the Caribbean, a Middle East arms race, Saudis to battle, a unified Arab army, US military support needed in AfghanistanA round-up of global commentary for the April 13, 2015 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Plight of captive whales, curtailing hate will end war, purpose of electionsLetters to the editor for the April 13, 2015 weekly magazine.
