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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveYou鈥檙e somebody specialWe all have innate and unique worth as God鈥檚 children, reflecting His beautiful and good nature.
The Monitor's ViewTo fix Gaza, a glint of trustIn a region where suspicion runs high, Israel plans to rely on a few trusted Palestinians in Gaza to self-govern.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat can we trust?Getting to know God as a constant and reliable source of good for all of His children is a powerful starting point for bettering our lives and the world around us.
The Monitor's ViewThe light Navalny left to RussiaHis example, more than his leadership, inspires many Russians to not let fear take over their role in democratic change.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding refuge in LoveAt any moment, we can enter what Jesus described as our closet of prayer and discover more of the pure goodness we receive from God.
The Monitor's ViewTapping ingenuity in rural farmersTo adapt to climate change, global food agencies listen more to ideas from the two-thirds of the world鈥檚 poor people who work in agriculture.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnother problem? Another victory!Each of us is divinely equipped to take on difficulties with confidence, strength, and calm.
When the stakes are literally life and deathDisagreements over the death penalty are sharp. A case in Oklahoma reveals just how high the stakes feel to people on all sides of the issue. At heart, they're all grappling with what constitutes justice.
The Monitor's ViewAfrican renewal in artistic expressionAn arts festival in Rwanda reflects a drive among younger Africans to shape a narrative of dignity, purpose, and achievement.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA meaningful lesson from monarch butterfliesA mother shares how butterfly chrysalises inspired her as she helped her daughter gain the freedom to swim fearlessly.聽
The Monitor's ViewA clear light for Latin AmericaThe country that made the most progress against corruption last year offers up lessons on where honesty in governance begins.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFostering trust in each otherAs we direct our gaze to God鈥檚 goodness, we find we experience more of the integrity inherent in all of us as God鈥檚 children.
The Monitor's ViewAmid war, civilians鈥� power of innocenceFrom Gaza to Ukraine to Sudan, individuals lay the ground for peace through quiet acts of caring.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveYielding to divine Love鈥檚 鈥榮weet control鈥�We're all capable of glimpsing the spiritual reality that God governs us all in ceaseless harmony, evidenced in safety and protection.
The Monitor's ViewElections that spark joyIndonesia鈥檚 highly serious election for a new president also comes with a tradition of festival-like fun. All the better to avoid national divisions.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWeather is not my godWe鈥檙e benefited by knowing that nothing but God, who is good, truly has power over us.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy鈥檚 foot soldiers in PakistanIn a surprise election result, youth and women set the tone for governance on honesty, humility, and accountability.
The hidden prison of fines and feesWhen local governments use fees and fines to finance governance, the result can be a financial and criminal vortex that sucks downward the very people trying to rise out of poverty. The solution is a matter of community responsibility.- A 海角大神 Science Perspective鈥楬ey, Knucklehead鈥�God has given all of us divine authority over the temptation to sin.
Readers RespondReaders write: Finding balance 鈥� and facing the pastLetters to the editor from the Feb. 19 Weekly. Readers discussed novel approaches to climate change, Americans鈥� gun rights, and racial justice.
