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The Monitor's ViewAn Arab soccer tournament tackles corruptionThe sport鈥檚 world body is letting Iraq host the Gulf Cup, citing better governance 鈥� a symbol of progress in Islamic nations.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePuzzled? Get rid of what isn鈥檛 needed.If we鈥檙e feeling stumped by a problem, we can turn to God for inspiration that dissolves unhelpful modes of thinking and opens the door to progress 鈥� as a teacher experienced when faced with a particularly disruptive student.
South Carolina鈥檚 primary: What moving it up would mean to Black votersFor our commentator, the new plan to start the Democratic presidential primary season in South Carolina, in order to give Black voters more say, is but another step in a longtime fight for equity.
The Monitor's ViewIsrael鈥檚 strengths are more than arms and landAs a hardline government settles into power, the military鈥檚 outgoing chief upholds the wisdom of protecting noncombatants under international law.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMaking inspired decisionsWhen figuring out our next steps in life, we may sometimes feel the pull of competing influences. Taking a mental pause to turn to God brings wisdom, inspiration, and courage in making decisions.
The Monitor's ViewA very modern model of security for UkrainiansCroatia鈥檚 entry into the inner sanctum of the EU, where principles are a source of power, is a model for Ukraine in defining a secure future.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBringing out something good 鈥� togetherSometimes we may find ourselves jockeying for position or status, which can have unhappy effects. But when we start from the unifying basis of everyone鈥檚 worth as God鈥檚 offspring, this opens the door to healing and harmony 鈥� as a man experienced firsthand after a combative day at work.
The Monitor's ViewColombia鈥檚 disarming compassionThe government鈥檚 peace agenda seeks to include rebel factions in the work of ending conflict through a caring response to communities torn by violence.
Readers RespondReaders respond: Why a depth of information mattersLetters to the editor published in the Jan. 2, 2023, weekly magazine. Readers comment on a coup plot in Germany, the meaning of the South Pole, and more.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFrom annual resolutions to daily resolveGetting to know our true nature as God鈥檚 children empowers us to identify and overcome unhelpful traits and tendencies.
What is progress, anyway?Points of Progress writer Erika Page reflects on lessons learned during her year on the Monitor's progress beat.
The Christmas that didn鈥檛 come from a storeMy mother loved giving gifts, and her generous heart just expanded every December. The family budget, however, did not.
The Monitor's ViewA commander in chief鈥檚 prayer on the battlefrontIn the darkness of winter and war, Volodymyr Zelenskyy evoked the light of innocence.
A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOur 鈥榖right and morning star鈥�Following the light of Christ leads to harmony and joy.
The Monitor's ViewA new climate of trust-buildingSpurred by overlapping global challenges, humanity is finding innovative pathways to cooperation and unity.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe healing love of ChristWhen we open our hearts to the timeless Christ that Jesus so fully lived, blessings naturally result.
The Monitor's ViewWhat a ban reveals in AfghanistanThe Taliban鈥檚 latest moves to restrict female freedom and education highlight the aspirations they cannot repress.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA family tradition of love and respectRather than getting caught up in differences of religious traditions, a woman鈥檚 diverse family helped her learn the most important activity is expressing love for God and one another.
The Monitor's ViewTenets of good in helping unhoused peopleFederal and city officials are looking for solutions to homelessness. For one housing developer, renewing communities and individual lives starts with empathy.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLiving in the healing presentA spiritual approach to living in the present can release us from anxiety and pressure, but it can also do more 鈥� bringing us into a clearer awareness of our Father, God, where we find healing.
