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Monitor articles for April 16, 2020

A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding sanctuary when buildings are closed
In Israeli war on coronavirus, Arab doctors rush to the front
No, we’re not running out of food. It just looks that way.
First LookKeystone XL pipeline loses its Clean Water Act permits
In a WordSayings that uncover the silver linings
Beneath Trump-WHO spat, a US-China race for leadership
The Monitor's ViewA beacon for ending lockdowns
First LookHow leaders use emergency powers to target journalists, critics
First LookCalifornia to give relief funds to undocumented immigrants
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First LookJobless claims reach 22 million in US due to mass layoffs