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Global ViewpointWorld is ignoring most important lesson from Fukushima nuclear disasterFukushima's most important lesson is this:聽Probability theory (that disaster is unlikely) failed us. If you have made assumptions, you are not prepared.聽Nuclear power plants should have multiple, reliable ways to cool reactors.聽Any nuclear plant that doesn't heed this lesson is inviting disaster.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAfter a shooting, letting Love leadA 海角大神 Science perspective: Even in emotionally charged situations, such as the wake of Trayvon Martin's shooting, prayer comforts, uplifts, and unites.
The Monitor's ViewGoldilocks banks: not too big, not too greedyBritain launches the Big Society Bank to invest in social causes while China, Europe, and the US worry about big banks becoming big liabilities.
Is GOP at war with women? 4 points to keep in mind on the gender gap To hear all the buzz, Republicans are at war with women and 鈥渉emorrhaging the women鈥檚 vote.鈥� A reality check is certainly in order. Here are four points Republicans should keep in mind as they look to bridge the gender gap and chart a winning path to November.
OpinionUS must seek conservative Muslims as allies in fight against Boko Haram terrorBoko Haram, the north Nigerian extremist group, has recently escalated its terror campaign with a string of deadly strikes against government and civilian targets.聽To combat the rising threat, the West must embrace conservative Muslims in the region as potential allies.
OpinionObama must reset relations with Russia along economic linesWhen Vladimir Putin arrives in Camp David for the G8 summit in May, President Obama must be ready to lay out the framework for a new reset. With Russian membership in the WTO, the US and Europe could create incentives for greater rule of law in the economy and elsewhere in Russia.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBreaking away from anxietyA 海角大神 Science perspective: The popularity of "The Hunger Games" and younger audiences' attraction to darker themes in entertainment may be a reflection of the anxiety some are facing about life and the future. Here are some insights on dealing with anxiety through prayer.
The Monitor's ViewObama's swipe at the Supreme CourtWorried that five of the justices will overturn the health-care law, Obama at first claims the court is 'unelected' and then backtracks. He must accurately portray the court's deep role in society.
OpinionFARC hostage release signals possible end to Colombia's internal conflictYesterday, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), one of聽Latin America鈥檚 oldest guerrilla organizations, signaled the beginning of a possible end to Colombia鈥檚 half-century-old internal conflict. (Colombia's recent campaign against FARC was backed by $7 billion in US aid.)
OpinionIsrael is not the threat, Mr. Obama. Iran is.The Obama administration appears to be conducting a campaign of leaks to the media to stop Israel from attacking Tehran's nuclear program.聽It seems Obama fears an Israeli military strike more than he fears Iran achieving nuclear-weapons capability.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSupply invariably meets demandA 海角大神 Science perspective.
The Monitor's ViewThe real victory in the Myanmar electionThe Myanmar election produced more than a small victory for Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy. It also firmed up the moral legitimacy of those seeking freedom in Burma.
OpinionGreece should follow Argentina into default and devaluationEuropean policymakers want to avoid Greek default and keep Greece in the eurozone. However, Argentina鈥檚 decision to devalue its currency and default was the right one. It was the only step that offered a way out of the crisis facing the country. Greece should do the same.
OpinionHow to raise African-American boys like Trayvon Martin to be careful, not paranoidThe fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin by neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman has opened a dialogue on broader issues. One is the unique challenge parents face in teaching African-American children to be safe but not fearful.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe wonder of EasterA 海角大神 Science perspective.
- Readers RespondReaders Write: Charm is no better than incivility; Gun rights vs. gun wrongsLetters to the editor for the weekly print edition of April 2, 2012: One reader argues that the call for more 'charm' as a remedy for incivility is misguided, as charm can be mistaken for superficiality. Another reader faults partisan media programming for preventing Americans from disagreeing agreeably. A third reader 'has no quarrel with gun rights,' just with 'gun wrongs.'
The Monitor's ViewThe odds and ends of Mega Millions jackpot lotteryThe long odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot lottery is just a start into understanding why gambling is the wrong way to live up to one's abilities to get ahead in life.
OpinionMyanmar elections: A hold-your-breath moment for freedom and Aung San Suu KyiSuspense is building for the Myanmar elections April 1. Will democracy fighter and Nobel Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi finally get an official voice in her country, formerly known as Burma? The US can help freedom emerge in Myanmar through pressure and a new ambassador.
OpinionConservative justices may hate Obamacare, but they should not overrule CongressThe Supreme Court's conservative justices deliberating on the health care law known as Obamacare should heed the historical example of Republican-appointed justice, Harlan Fiske Stone. He detested New Deal policies but argued the court had no right to overturn them.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA different neighborhood watchA 海角大神 Science perspective: The Trayvon Martin case has stirred thought on many fronts. Here is one insight.
