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The Monitor's ViewThe invite list for Biden’s democracy summitJust before the summit in December, Iraq holds an election with many reforms that will help define which nations are worth calling democracies.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHealed of hopelessness
Feeling insignificant, hopeless, and worried that her future was bleak, a teen contemplated suicide. Then a conversation with a Christian Science practitioner helped her see that as God’s child, she had inherent value and purpose – a realization that brought healing and turned her experience around completely.
Readers RespondReaders write: Defending 'sponge cities' after Zhengzhou floodsLetters to the editor for the September 13 & 20, 2021 weekly magazine. Readers discuss flood mitigation and the four-day workweek.
A Christian Science PerspectiveAfter hard times, a new birthWhen tragedy – or the memory of past tragedy – strikes, picking up the pieces of hearts, minds, and lives can seem an overwhelming task. But opening our hearts to God’s love is a powerful starting point for a new birth, one that includes lasting healing and peace.
The Monitor's ViewWhen enemies aren’t enemies for BidenAfter eight months in office, he has sought dialogue with many U.S. adversaries, hoping respect and listening will be reciprocated.
The Monitor's ViewWest Africa’s neighborly mood of countercoupTo end a trend of military takeovers, the region’s bloc of nations seems eager to turn back a coup in Guinea.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe naturalness of Christian healing
Is healing as Jesus taught miraculous, or inspired by “a divine influence ever present”? We’re all capable of opening our hearts to God’s message of goodness and love for all, which opens the door to healing as Jesus taught and demonstrated.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSupporting progress and human rights
What can we do to support progress and human rights in Afghanistan and elsewhere? Acknowledging that everyone is capable of feeling God’s healing, guiding, strengthening presence is a powerful place to start.
The Monitor's ViewCharity in China: Can it be coerced?The ruling party’s command for the wealthy to donate to social causes only highlights how much the party needs philanthropy and the depth of charity among the Chinese.
The power – and relevance – of Martin Luther King’s revolutionary loveMartin Luther King Jr.’s practice of nonviolence – based on unconditional love – offers a revolutionary guide to healing strife and divisions today.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveConquering hate
Sometimes – especially in the aftermath of violence or other atrocities – the pull of hatred can feel irresistible. But with God’s help we can rid ourselves of hateful thoughts, overcome a tendency to return hate for hate, and witness the healing power of divine Love.
The Monitor's ViewWomen’s role in a post-9/11 worldIn the long struggle against terrorism, women need not be only victims or perpetrators. The world has learned to recruit them as positive actors against violent jihad.
How we choose to remember 9/11I have two distinct memories relating to 9/11 – one from the ensuing fear, the other from emerging afterward, seeing life return to normal.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHealing my fear helped my infant
We can count on God to lift fear that would hinder us from caring for loved ones the best we can, as a new mom experienced firsthand one night.
The Monitor's ViewHow a global sports scandal didn’t go to wasteTo compensate victims of its mass corruption, world soccer’s governing body will work with the U.S. in distributing ill-gotten money for the good of the sport.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe truth about self-justification
Recognizing our nature as God’s children empowers us to promote loving communication, long-lasting relationships, and healing – as a woman suffering from recurring anxiety and difficult relationships experienced.
The Monitor's ViewBoston’s diversity upends old politicsThree centuries on, the city won’t be electing a white, male mayor this fall. The diversity of candidates helps raise issues beyond identity politics.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSpiritual identity and healing
Chronically ill with ailments a doctor had deemed incurable, a man felt his only solution was to die by suicide. Then he was introduced to a spiritual way of thinking about himself as God’s child – and his health turned around completely.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveL'identité spirituelle et la guérison
Atteint de maladies chroniques qu’un docteur avait jugées incurables, un homme estimait que l’unique solution était le suicide. Puis, on lui a présenté une manière spirituelle de penser à lui-même, en tant qu’enfant de Dieu, et sa santé s’est entièrement transformée.
The Monitor's ViewBiden’s one big test for military support of a countryTo justify the pullout from Afghanistan, the president cited high corruption in Kabul. How does that fit with U.S. backing of other countries striving for honest governance?
