All The Monitor's View
Birds on a high wireTwo recent studies show North America鈥檚 birdlife in peril. But humans can still change the picture.
Rediscovering Mr. RogersWhat seemed like a simple, gentle children鈥檚 show has had an unexpected impact on society. It all began with the way he viewed his 鈥榥eighbors.鈥�
Sweet uses of adversity for African entrepreneursAfrica鈥檚 digital revolution may be lagging but its many obstacles are also a source for innovation.
The Balkans fuseThree nations in what was once Europe鈥檚 powder keg set plans to blend their economies, replicating the 鈥渃ommon home鈥� of the EU.
Canada鈥檚 breach over oil exportsMonday鈥檚 election may force Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to find a better balance between the oil-rich provinces and Canada鈥檚 leadership on climate change.
Lebanon awakes to fearmongeringDays of protests reveal a diverse nation shaking off corrupt politicians who divide by sects to stay in power.
Wanted: Ethical intelligence for artificial intelligenceFrom the Pentagon to the United Nations, leaders seek advice on AI鈥檚 potential to harm 鈥� or to serve.
Friendship across political linesEllen DeGeneres and George W. Bush socializing sets an example for keeping doors open for those on the opposite side of issues.
A radical choice for equality in TunisiaA law professor wins the presidency with his ideas 鈥� and actions 鈥� of equal opportunity for equality. Tunisia again inspires the Middle East on democracy鈥檚 fundamentals.
New poverty busters get their dueThis year鈥檚 Nobel prize in economics puts a spotlight on a new type of research that brings a fresh view of the poor as capable and resilient.
Why a peace prize befits Ethiopia's leaderLike a 21st-century Mandela,聽Abiy Ahmed聽prepared himself with a mental peace to be able to bring it to others.
The global bandwagon on tax integrityOne of the more notorious tax havens, Cayman Islands, commits to honesty and openness in financial transactions.
The borderless power of sportsIn Iran and China, the globalization of sports 鈥� and its values 鈥� is helping transcend frictions over religion and nationalism.
Life without plastic? The idea gains a big player.Consumer-goods giant Unilever sets an example with its radical plan to collect more plastic than it sells.
How a splintered country plans to mendEthiopia鈥檚 new reconciliation commission aims not at punishment for a violent past but at exposure of root causes for past injustices, all in hope of forgiveness and unity.
Young Iraqis looking for clean leadersDays of protests in Iraq reflect a maturing democracy but also a desire for a quick solution to corruption.聽
Law and forgiveness in a Texas courtroomAn offer of forgiveness by Brandt Jean to the killer of his brother shows how the justice system can make room for acts that bring repentance and reconciliation.
Quick legal comfort to end the opioid crisisWith the help of a clever federal judge, thousands of court cases against the opioid industry might soon end in a negotiated settlement, bringing quick funds to local communities in desperate need.
The antidote for China鈥檚 violent turnWith a police shooting in Hong Kong and a parade in Beijing of offensive weapons, China needs a return to its ancient ideas about power and pluralism.
The headwinds against legalized sports bettingAfter a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to approve online sports gambling, most states still have doubts about doing so. Big sports leagues should note the reluctance to turn games of talent into games of chance.
