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The Monitor's ViewFinding one鈥檚 way in a late autumn walkPeople hunkering down for the winter can find well-being in a good stroll that opens one's vistas.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe Bible, now brightenedIt鈥檚 National Bible Week in the United States, culminating in the International Day of the Bible this Sunday 鈥� so here鈥檚 a poem highlighting how the light of Christ brings inspiration and meaning to our reading of the Scriptures.
When conscience takes the courtThe message had always been the same: Leave your opinions outside the stadium. But this August, something changed, and the sports world erupted.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Biden gives Trump some spaceThe president-elect as well as many Republican leaders rely on qualities like truth and patience to ease Mr. Trump out of office and persuade his supporters to accept the election result.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGod鈥檚 care, sufficient each daySome days can feel like one hurdle after another. But we can always count on God鈥檚 unlimited goodness, care, and inspiration to help us forward.
The Monitor's ViewA focal point for Biden鈥檚 democracy summitFor his plan to convene聽the world鈥檚 democracies next year, the new president can give a platform to the independent judges in Hong Kong fighting off China鈥檚 dictatorial hand.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhere does evil come from?Questions about evil鈥檚 origins are age-old, and 海角大神 Science offers unique and healing answers.
The Monitor's ViewAmerica鈥檚 new pastime: Police reformVoters approved all police reform measures on the Nov. 3 ballot. Those initiatives and other reforms show a nation coming together for a just and compassionate society.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnswers we need 鈥� before we askWhen we鈥檙e faced with some seemingly unsolvable problem, trusting God鈥檚 ability to help us and meet the need brings peace 鈥� and solutions.
The Monitor's ViewIraq, Saudi Arabia span a religious divideThe two reflect Islam鈥檚 big split but in opening their border, they show a new tolerance.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer 鈥� an effective form of actionWhen he and his colleagues were unexpectedly targeted by a volatile crowd, a law enforcement officer turned to God 鈥� and experienced God鈥檚 healing power protecting both the police and crowds from violence. This idea can inspire our prayers to support peaceful progress and solutions in Thailand, Belarus, and beyond.
The Monitor's ViewWhy countries still prefer open tradeThe flow of new ideas across borders contributes to economic progress more than ever. That fact drives many of the latest trade deals despite the pandemic and anti-globalization.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe power that silences rageWhile it might sometimes seem that right and wrong are in perpetual warfare, in reality there is only one power 鈥� the power of good.
The Monitor's ViewPeru鈥檚 cry for honest governanceThe ouster of two presidents reflects a society yearning for equality under the law.
Lessons in the power of democracyThe global experiment in expanding freedom isn鈥檛 over.聽What does the world need to learn? One idea that鈥檚 surfacing: the importance of responsibility.
Readers RespondReaders write: Driving around, and mideast diplomacyLetters to the editor for the Nov. 16, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss the聽Israel-UAE peace deal and why RV vacations are back in vogue.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥楲ove that never fails鈥�Many are yearning for greater love, hope, and grace in the world. Here鈥檚 a hymn that points to the presence and power of God, infinite Love, 鈥渁 light outshining midday sun / However dark the day.鈥� (Read it or listen to the hymn being sung.)
The Monitor's ViewEthiopia鈥檚 road to war needs an offrampArmed conflict with the Tigray minority could end if a drive for democratic unity were more inclusive.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFeel a spirit of love and peace, not fearNo matter what type of situation we find ourselves in, we can turn to God for the wisdom and love that dissolve hopelessness and fear.
The Monitor's ViewWho can bridge the US divide?As the president鈥檚 assertions of voting fraud fail in the courts, the US must look to its past and other nations on how credible associates can appeal to him to concede.
