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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHealed of addictionIs there a way out of substance abuse? A woman who persistently struggled with addiction and mental health problems found that getting to know God more deeply brought complete healing.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the world needs another food summitA rise in hunger from the pandemic has forced a need to rethink the global food system. India offers one example for reform.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCan we feel joy after the death of a loved one?Haunted by thoughts that her mother would someday no longer be with her, a woman found that seeing her mom the way God sees each of us brought peace and a conviction that the good we bring one another comes from God and can never be lost to God or to each other.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy鈥檚 invisible armor against bulliesBiden has shored up four key allies 鈥� and their democratic ideals 鈥� against next-door aggressors.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe spring withinSometimes circumstances may seem bleak. But the ever-active light of Christ is here to inspire, rejuvenate, and heal.
The Monitor's ViewBiden taps into a new 'discovering'The president鈥檚 spending plans rely on a post-pandemic spirit of innovation that may be driven by a renewed curiosity.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDriven by good aloneWhile it may sometimes seem we鈥檙e subject to countless influences, the knowledge that there is only one real influence 鈥� the divine influence 鈥� enables us to increasingly prove the truth of what we are as children of God.
The Monitor's ViewWhy nations rush to help IndiaGratitude for India鈥檚 assistance to other countries over the past year is behind much of the aid to end its coronavirus crisis.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTruth you can trustIf we鈥檙e faced with confusion or deceit, it can seem hard to know what truth is. But understanding God鈥檚 nature as infallible Truth itself empowers us to discern between what鈥檚 true and what鈥檚 false.
The Monitor's ViewOtherworldly respite in space venturesFirst flight on Mars, samples of an asteroid, and recycled spacecraft in orbit 鈥� a welcome lift from the mental gravity of pandemic woes.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveObsessed with your news feed? Tune in to God鈥檚 messages!If we鈥檙e feeling overwhelmed by negative news, it鈥檚 worth considering what God is telling us. This brings balance and peace, as a woman experienced after the pull to ruminate on each day鈥檚 news began regularly disrupting her sleep.
The Monitor's ViewWhy it鈥檚 easier being green in GermanyA novel experiment in shared leadership helps boost the Greens party high in the polls ahead of an election. The party knows climate decisions will require patient listening and civil debate.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEmbrace the childlike spirit withinNo matter where we are in life, nurturing qualities such as joy, purity, and innocence empowers us to experience God鈥檚 promise of peace and healing.
The Monitor's ViewFrom three tragedies, cathartic breakthroughsIn recent days, the world has reached thresholds on the pandemic, climate change, and police violence in the U.S. The deeper meaning is an awakening to the common good.
The promise of humanity: Redemption that goes beyond police reformFollowing Derek Chauvin鈥檚 conviction, police reform is a top priority, but our commentator argues for more: the promise of opportunity聽for all.
As seen on TV? The real promise of forensic science.A steady diet of crime dramas has distorted Americans鈥� view of the justice system. Can real-life forensic science live up to the on-screen hype?
A Minneapolis native on the city鈥檚 history, verdict, and futureA Minneapolis native reflects on what has and hasn鈥檛 changed since George Floyd鈥檚 murder 鈥� and on the progress needed to achieve racial justice.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveNever lost, never aloneNobody deserves to feel abandoned or lost. Wherever we are, the limitless love of our divine Parent is present to comfort, protect, and guide.
The Monitor's ViewA light for Myanmar's darknessDemocrats still free after a military coup have set up an alternative government, relying on the attraction of liberty and rights more than resistance to a violent regime.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat is social justice?Racial and other barriers have plagued the world for centuries. But each of us can contribute to resolving remaining social injustice issues, by committing to express more of our God-given compassion, understanding, and unity.
