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The Monitor's ViewA gem of an election for Sri LankaA reformer's surprise presidential win brings hope of reconciliation for a Sri Lanka still divided nearly six years after a civil war.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveChristianity: Universal Truth
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewBest defense of free speech: individual dignitySunday's huge rally in Paris after the Charlie Hebdo murders helps reassert the intrinsic worth of each person, no matter what kind of offending cartoons he or she may draw.
Readers RespondReaders Write: Let Taiwan in on climate dialogue, and more checks needed for emissionsLetters to the Editor for Jan. 12, 2015 weekly magazine:
Wang: Taiwan should be included in the climate talks.
Cutler: International agreements to curb greenhouse gas emissions are inadequate to do its necessary job.
Global NewsstandObama's initiative on Cuba, US losing cyber warfare, US stringing Canada along on Keystone, Russia's failing foreign policy, Pakistani citizens should pressure the state to do its jobThis week's round-up of commentaries includes US-Cuba relations, cyber warfare, Canada's perspective on Keystone, Russia's international standing, and a call for citizen oversight in Pakistan.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFlu healed through prayer
A Christian Science perspective: “I’ve not had the flu or respiratory suffering since.”
The Monitor's View'Nut rage' and other affairs of nepotismSouth Koreans debate their big, family-dominated businesses after an incident involving the daughter of Korean Air's chairman. From India to Saudi Arabia, clannish governance and ruling by bloodlines are under scrutiny.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA spiritual response to bullying
A Christian Science perspective: Our prayers can make a difference for victims and offenders.
The Monitor's ViewEurope must unite after Charlie Hebdo attackThe assault on press liberty in the killings at the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo is only the latest crisis to befall Europe. Yet it should trigger a return to Europe's moral foundations.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveBeyond empathy
A Christian Science perspective: A comfort beyond empathy actually heals.
The Monitor's ViewHow debt mercy helps drive US recoveryDebt 'deleveraging' in the US since the Great Recession has helped put many people and companies back on their feet. As painful as a bankruptcy or foreclosure may be, the US excels at giving second chances.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAlways right
A Christian Science perspective: True understanding is compassionate.
The Monitor's ViewLessons in hospitality plant seeds of peaceThe Arab and Turkish welcome of refugees from the long war in Syria sets an example of hospitality for the West. It creates both a moral counterpoint to the Islamic State and gratitude among refugees that may help peace efforts.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSupporting harmony, not division
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewRussia and Ukraine: a contest less of war and more of governanceLast year, Russia and Ukraine were in a military contest. This year, with each facing steep economic decline, they have turned inward in what can be seen as a contest of domestic reform. With its new-found freedoms, Ukraine may win.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveExploring the infinite
A Christian Science perspective: A view of the infinite universe brings healing.
The Monitor's ViewLessons for any company in AirAsia plane crashAfter the demise of AirAsia Flight 8501, the company CEO quickly apologized, comforted families of the victims, and sought solutions. In the history of corporate mea culpas, this one stands out.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveRemoving sadness
A Christian Science perspective: Lift the weight of world sadness.
The Monitor's ViewMerkel's history-making style for GermanyThe world's most connected country has seen its leader emerge as a well-connected global leader. Merkel's style of diplomacy will be tested in 2015, as it was in 2014 during the Ukraine crisis with Russia.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHaving a heart that embraces all
A Christian Science perspective: How can we love in the face of religious intolerance?
