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The Monitor's ViewPublic apologies that aim to heal a nationFrom Iraq to Germany, leaders have offered mea culpas but no where is contrition more in the works than post-war Colombia, part of a long peace process of truth telling.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveActive and joyful 鈥� regardless of ageRecognizing our nature as God鈥檚 children opens the door to greater joy and freedom in our activities.
The Monitor's ViewFearless dancing in BelarusBrave women have led the country鈥檚 pro-democracy movement but none may better explain why conquering fear is so important than imprisoned Maria Kalesnikava.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEmbracing a higher sense of existenceIt often seems as if life is defined by what we can see with our eyes. But a spiritual perspective of life in God can have a healing impact on our day-to-day experiences.
The Monitor's ViewNew anchors for global rule of lawGermany stands up for maritime law against China while Sudan moves to send a former dictator to an international court.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFreed from alcohol addictionEach of us has a God-given right and ability to be free from destructive cravings.
The Monitor's ViewChina鈥檚 long struggle with video gamesOfficial media blasts the online gaming industry for its effects on youth 鈥� but then wonders if more adults might help young people find meaning in life.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat鈥檚 the purpose of getting up in the morning?Whatever our daily tasks may entail, letting God鈥檚 love animate our thoughts and actions brings fresh meaning and purpose to our days, benefiting ourselves and others.
The Monitor's ViewA teen sports idol for a troubled TunisiaA stunning gold-medal win for an underdog swimmer at the Olympics may help remind his country of how individuals can inspire change.
A timely lesson from a tiny town long agoCovert, Michigan, wasn't founded as a utopia. Yet from the 1860s onward, Black and white residents farmed, voted, and educated their kids together.
Readers RespondReaders write: Pairing religion with higher educationLetters to the editor for the August 2, 2021 weekly magazine. Readers discuss experiences with religion and local solutions to the outdoor divide.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe most powerful starting pointWhen things go awry, recognizing the power and presence of God, good, opens the door to solutions and healing.
The Monitor's ViewThe stampede into national parksReady to get back into nature, visitors are overwhelming some U.S. national parks. Smart planning can help improve the experience.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥楳iracles鈥� for everyoneLearning something of the divine law that undergirded Jesus鈥� healing works empowers us to experience God鈥檚 universal, healing goodness more fully 鈥� right here and now in our daily lives.
The Monitor's ViewWant to recycle better? Get manufacturers involved.Producer responsibility laws put the incentive to create recyclable packaging back in the hands of those who make it.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLifted out of disappointmentRecognizing our unity with God empowers us to lift ourselves and others out of mental funks.
The Monitor's ViewA welcome warming between the KoreasAfter an especially chilly period, North and South Korea are talking to each other again. That alone doesn't solve any big issues. But it鈥檚 a start.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat we most needWhen times get tough, learning more about the kingdom of God may not seem like a priority. But doing exactly that opens the door to solutions that meet our needs, as a man experienced firsthand after he hit rock bottom.
The Monitor's ViewTech that preserves languages and culturesMany forces in the modern world are squeezing out the use of traditional tongues. But apps such as Woolaroo may help to save them.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBeyond moral outrage to moral courageLove and humility, not rage, are the qualities that enable us to play a part in healing injustice in the world.
