All The Monitor's View
A new insight on Putin鈥檚 moves against UkraineMany former Soviet states like Ukraine are making progress against corruption. Russia is not. Is clean governance a threat to the Kremlin?
Why Italy can't let Mario Draghi goThe prime minister鈥檚 leadership qualities have set a model for fractious politics and led to deep reforms. Many prefer him to stay put rather than become president.
In Honduras, a promise keptThe incoming president signals a return to clean government as she steps into office. Will a drop in migration follow?
The power behind Sudan鈥檚 protestsSeeking democracy, the people rely on joy to unify against military rule.
Why the Taliban feel alone in a shifting Muslim worldMany Islamic states are moving toward moderation and tolerance, which explains why they are shy about recognizing the new Afghan regime.
What police reform looks like from withinAn emphasis on dignity and diversity helps police departments bond with the communities they serve.
See Dick and Jane resilientEducators worried about learning loss in students during the pandemic can look to a counternarrative in the field of literacy promotion.
Reversing the odds on the gambling industryA rise in gambling addiction has pushed three former industry bigwigs to lobby for reforms.
Syria鈥檚 war victims as peacemakersA verdict in a German court against a former Syrian official accused of heinous crimes during his country鈥檚 war has given hope to victims that they can play a role for peace.
The power of sport to quell violence in AfricaThe continent鈥檚 premier soccer tournament has pushed this year鈥檚 host, war-torn Cameroon, to be a showcase for peace.
How aid can nudge the TalibanThe US and UN vow that assistance for Afghanistan鈥檚 humanitarian crisis goes to the people, empowering them, not a suspect regime.
The natural rights behind Kazakhstan protestsA global trend toward autocratic rule was defied by a mass, unplanned protest asserting civic rights in the Central Asian country.
A brighter future: How do we get there?A new Smithsonian exhibit challenges visitors to draw on their own inspiration and creativity to imagine a better world.
Space 2022: To the moon 鈥� and beyondMany nations plan uncrewed lunar missions. One goal: Use the moon as practice before sending humans to Mars.
EVs: Coming on like Lightning?Demand for electric pickup trucks and sporty cars puts more shine on the future of EVs.
One reason to trust in democracy鈥檚 resilienceThe life of South Africa鈥檚 Desmond Tutu displayed the power of persistent good.
New year, new thinkingPoets past and present help us look beyond old challenges to the better world we can achieve.
The Christmas gift not in short supplyMany people find acts of kindness are not only in abundance,聽but also better reflect the loving spirit of Christmas.
Smart toys that snitch on kidsMore and more toys under the Christmas tree include connections to the internet and could present privacy problems.聽
Books carry inmates beyond the bars鈥淩eading is where I found freedom,鈥� says a formerly incarcerated man who鈥檚 placing microlibraries in prisons across the United States.
