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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFacing down fearIllness, economic volatility, polarization and conflict, extreme weather events 鈥� reading the headlines, it can sometimes seem there鈥檚 little choice but to be afraid. But when we start from a spiritual basis, rather than judging what鈥檚 going on around us through the lens of materiality, we find that overcoming fear really is possible, opening the door to solutions and healing.
The Monitor's ViewThe origins of world order 鈥� on the streets of BeirutWith Lebanon on the brink of financial default, its protesters are demanding a new order in governance, one that global bodies can鈥檛 ignore.
The Monitor's ViewGermany鈥檚 response to a racist rampageIn marches and in acts that embrace immigrants, Germans are countering a rise in right-wing racism.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveStopping contagious fear and diseaseEach of us has a God-given ability to know and feel our true nature as the pure, peaceful, and whole children of God.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA healing response to extremismThe hatred, anger, and fear that fuel extremism can seem unstoppable. But as a community experienced when the threat of a violent demonstration loomed, there鈥檚 something more powerful: God鈥檚 limitless love, which brings healing peace to light.
The Monitor's ViewAntidote to coronavirus fears: Trust in leadersThe global outbreak puts a useful spotlight on governments that have built up credibility, transparency, and other traits of trustworthy leadership.
Cultural approbationHas author Jeanine Cummins opened the subject of Mexican immigration to her readers? Or has the publishing industry overlooked writers of color again?
Readers RespondReaders write: A Vietnam combat veteran鈥檚 perspectiveLetters to the editor for the Feb. 24, 2020 weekly magazine. A Vietnam veteran discusses the best way to reintegrate soldiers into civilian life.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA Bible in ... the kitchen?It may seem an unusual place to keep a Bible. But the Bible in her kitchen is one woman鈥檚 鈥渕ost utilized 鈥榬ecipe book,鈥欌�� offering inspiration that comforts, guides, and heals.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica鈥檚 quiet moves to 鈥榮ilence the guns鈥�Goals for peace set by the continent鈥檚 leaders may have found success in war-torn South Sudan with a new unity government.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveInspired leadershipSometimes qualities of good leadership can seem elusive. But a humble desire to follow God鈥檚 leading empowers us to demonstrate more trustworthy, wise, and grace-filled leadership.
The Monitor's ViewCharity in China during a health crisisThe coronavirus outbreak has led to massive private donations, filling a vacuum of leadership 鈥� and a vacuum of distrust in the ruling Communist Party.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRemaining poised, steady, and uprightWhen a woman injured her ankle while working at a summer camp, she took a stand for her true nature as the offspring of divine Spirit 鈥� and healing followed.
The Monitor's ViewSharing the Nile beats war over itEgypt and Ethiopia appear near an agreement that would avoid conflict over a new dam鈥檚 effects downstream. Mediation and listening skills have helped.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWe can make a differenceSometimes a perception of uncertainty in today鈥檚 world can make a desire to better it feel futile; yet many people are finding ways to make a difference. For all of us, a heartfelt desire to live the Love that is God brings the healing, saving light of God to our activities in tangible ways, as a woman experienced during a threatening situation.
The Monitor's ViewAfghan triumphs drive Afghan truceA tentative agreement sets an initial trust-building goal of a seven-day 鈥渞eduction in violence鈥� between the Taliban and the U.S. Then difficult talks begin, supported by the Afghan people鈥檚 embrace of their democratic progress.
Readers RespondReaders write: Hope for the future, blustery weather, and animal rightsLetters to the editor for the Feb. 17, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss animal rights,聽science fiction writers, blustery weather, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLost and foundWhen her family鈥檚 cat went missing, a woman鈥檚 prayers were empowered by the idea that the true essence, or substance, of God鈥檚 creatures can never be lost. The outcome? Tangible evidence of the truth of that idea.
The Monitor's ViewYelling 鈥榝oul鈥� on legal sports bettingBoth athletes and elected leaders deserve medals for recognizing the problems of online sports gambling.
Two out of 120,000The aim of the nonprofit聽House of Renewed Hope is to help those who have been unjustly imprisoned and to work to reform the justice system.
