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OpinionPolar bear diplomacy: Where the US and Russia can agreeOn an arctic island 250 miles from the nearest Siberian village, US and Russian scientists are collaborating on wildlife research. Their work proves: Conservation transcends geopolitics.
The Monitor's ViewChina's progress is not in theft of trade secretsThe US indictment of five Chinese military men for cyber-espionage against American firms is really a challenge to Beijing to fulfill its own goal of sustaining growth through home-grown innovation in technology.
Six ways to #BringBackOurGirls in Nigeria The Nigerian government and those supporting it in the international community could do more to address urgent humanitarian needs and contribute to democracy and rule of law in Nigeria.- A Christian Science PerspectiveA God too big for words
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica's best response to Boko HaramFive weeks after Boko Haram kidnapped more than 200 girls in Nigeria, the response has been mainly a military one. Yet history shows such radical groups thrive in the poorest places. With its rising prosperity, Africa must learn to spread its new wealth around.
- Readers RespondReaders Write: A day Japan and South Korea can share; Palestinians' daily struggles
Letters to the Editor for the May 19, 2014 weekly magazine:
I suggest Oct. 23, 1950 as the day South Korea and Japan can jointly commemorate as equals. On that day, a South Korean warship, overhauled by Japanese shipbuilders, was commissioned.
The 'big-ticket questions, such as Palestinian sovereignty, claims to Jerusalem, and the "right of return" ' are very relevant to the day-to-day lives of Palestinians.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveReliable parenting books
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewAn India ready to dream bigA sweeping election victory for Narendra Modi and his Hindu-nationalist party reflects an India with new views of its capacity for progress. But Mr. Modi must not interpret the voters' big dreams as a mandate for big-man rule.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe use and abuse of freedom and power
A Christian Science perspective: Honesty and the commitment to serving humanity prevent the misuse of power for selfish purposes.
The Monitor's ViewWanted: world model for clean sportsA new study warns of a rising threat to the integrity of sports from gambling that leads to more fixed matches. While some countries keep sports safe from manipulation, a global approach is needed, much like the fight against doping.
How Myanmar can combat ethnic conflictMyanmar holds the key to improving the lives of millions within its borders and beyond. With international support, it must work to promote social unity and empower and protect minorities. Then it can be an example for a region that has too often failed to uphold pluralist norms.
- How Myanmar can combat ethnic conflict
Myanmar holds the key to improving the lives of millions within its borders and beyond. With international support, it must work to promote social unity and empower and protect minorities. Then it can be an example for a region that has too often failed to uphold pluralist norms.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat could I possibly do to help?
A Christian Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewIn Google searches of names, a right to be forgivenEurope's highest court rules that individuals can demand search engines like Google remove links to personal data. The ruling only begins to address the Internet's problem of incomplete information on a person's past mistakes.
Climate change is divisive. Climate solutions are not.People of all stripes – whether green-living gurus or thrifty penny pinchers, conservatives or liberals – want to use less energy. Now, technology and behavioral science are giving them the tools to do it.
- Climate change is divisive. Climate solutions are not.
People of all stripes – whether green-living gurus or thrifty penny pinchers, conservatives or liberals – want to use less energy. Now, technology and behavioral science are giving them the tools to do it.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat Boko Haram cannot do
A Christian Science perspective: The Nigerian schoolgirls who were kidnapped cannot be separated from God's omnipotent embrace.
The Monitor's ViewIn praise of the OSCE as Ukraine's friendAn unsung international body, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, has helped many countries become secure and democratic. Now Ukraine needs the OSCE to help resolve its tensions and hold a fair election.
Global ViewpointAfter Boko Haram kidnapping: What does the US stand for?It took three weeks for President Obama to publicly address the crisis of more than 250 Nigerian school girls kidnapped by Boko Haram. Evidence is mounting that, beyond its strategic self-interest, the US does not have an operating philosophy on defending human rights.
- Global ViewpointAfter Boko Haram kidnapping: What does the US stand for?
It took three weeks for President Obama to publicly address the crisis of more than 250 Nigerian school girls kidnapped by Boko Haram. Evidence is mounting that, beyond its strategic self-interest, the US does not have an operating philosophy on defending human rights.
