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How energy-efficient buildings could lead to safer streetsRetrofitting buildings for energy efficiency has led this entrepreneur to a broader vision for job training and safer communities.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhere is God when bad things happen?When problems arise, where does God fit in? This short podcast explores a view of God that empowers us to experience stability, peace of mind, and healing when we鈥檙e faced with difficult situations.
The Monitor's ViewOne victory over the pandemic: Community gardensAt this year鈥檚 meeting of community garden experts, one theme is how such shared plots made a difference during COVID-19.
What the Peace Corps meant to meOne can easily log the number of wells built or mothers trained in nutrition classes. It鈥檚 harder to measure the impact of cultural exchange.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥榃hat if鈥� or 鈥榳hat is鈥�?It can be tempting to get overwhelmed by fearful 鈥渨hat if鈥� thinking. But getting to know God as entirely good replaces doubt and uncertainty with confidence, clarity, and healing.
The Monitor's ViewBiden鈥檚 bid for relentless diplomacyHis first U.N. speech as president was a call to supplement military force with cooperation to address today鈥檚 common challenges.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEmbrace the wildernessSometimes life鈥檚 challenges may make us feel alone and adrift. But we can let God鈥檚 love bring healing, joy, and light to our path 鈥� as a woman experienced after the loss of her mom and stepdad.
The Monitor's ViewA revival of public art as freedom from a pandemicFrom a giant violin-shaped boat in Venice to 500 flags in Albuquerque, cities see liberation from a lockdown in cultural expressions free to all.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat鈥檚 more powerful than fire?Whether the 鈥渇ires鈥� we鈥檙e faced with are literal or figurative, we can turn to God for inspiration that guides us safely through 鈥� no matter our age or location.
The Monitor's ViewNew ways to curb climate migrationMany nations are building better resiliency in places vulnerable to weather disasters, a task as important as curbing carbon emissions.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDigging deeperWillingness to go beyond a surface-level view of existence and seek God鈥檚 truth opens the door to treasures of inspiration and healing.
The Monitor's ViewHow a dinner in Paris guards Europe鈥檚 valuesThe last official meeting between German Angela Merkel and French Emmanuel Macron reflects why the EU remains a beacon.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEverlasting home insuranceAfter a powerful storm significantly damaged a woman鈥檚 home and property, prayer brought the peace and inspiration she needed in navigating the restoration process.
The Monitor's ViewCelebrating a well-rooted Israeli-Arab dealThe first-year celebrations of the Abraham Accords reflect how rapidly former foes wanted and needed a normalization of ties, helping cement the pact as a model.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTimeless, tireless beingGetting to know our true nature as God鈥檚 immortal children empowers us to overcome problems of all kinds, including age-related discomfort.聽
The Monitor's ViewGermany鈥檚 best tool against Russian disinformationThe answer to Moscow鈥檚 cyberattacks on German politicians is to counter one of Russia鈥檚 false narratives: that the political system is rigged against young people.
The Monitor's ViewThe invite list for Biden鈥檚 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 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHealed of hopelessnessFeeling insignificant, hopeless, and worried that her future was bleak, a teen contemplated suicide. Then a conversation with a 海角大神 Science practitioner helped her see that as God鈥檚 child, she had inherent value and purpose 鈥� 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.聽
A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAfter hard times, a new birthWhen tragedy 鈥� or the memory of past tragedy 鈥� strikes, picking up the pieces of hearts, minds, and lives can seem an overwhelming task. But opening our hearts to God鈥檚 love is a powerful starting point for a new birth, one that includes lasting healing and peace.
