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Demanding bodily autonomyThis teen essay contest top scorer in the passion category shares her belief in a woman鈥檚 right to abortion as a way to respect the privacy of that decision.
The Monitor's ViewIntegrity in Brazil鈥檚 voteA presidential election illustrates that credible democratic institutions diminish violence and withstand disinformation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBeing more 鈥榰s鈥�There鈥檚 inspiration and healing to be found in striving to know and live out from our nature as God鈥檚 children 鈥� as a woman experienced firsthand after injuring her toe.
Readers RespondReaders respond: When nothing is clear-cut, from housing to hyggeLetters to the editor published in the Oct. 31, 2022, weekly magazine. Readers point out nuance in housing, the meaning of 鈥渉ygge,鈥� and more.
Readers RespondReaders write: What about the kids who are falling behind?Letters to the editor published in the Nov. 7, 2022, weekly magazine. Readers wonder whether the kids are doing alright and look back on John Gould's legacy.聽
The Monitor's ViewIndia eyes a model of civic equalityBritain鈥檚 new prime minister, Rishi Sunak, was selected for his qualities and ideals, not his Indian and Hindu background. That has sparked wonder in India.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAre drops of water afraid of the waterfall?When faced with uncertainty, we can let God鈥檚 love and peace, rather than fear, carry us forward.
The Monitor's ViewThe world鈥檚 go-getters for rule of lawA global survey finds most of the countries that are improving their rule of law are near Russia. They can鈥檛 learn fast enough.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveIn the moment, here and nowSometimes in life it can seem as if we鈥檙e endlessly looking ahead to the next finish line. There鈥檚 healing value in pausing to consider what it means that we are God鈥檚 children 鈥� right in the present moment.聽
The Monitor's ViewNorth Koreans embrace truth over consequencesThe regime鈥檚 sudden military prowess may reflect a need to keep the loyalty of a people hungry for truthful news and foreign entertainment.
Historically Black, historically underfunded: A higher-ed reckoningMany historically Black colleges and universities grew out of a 鈥渟eparate but equal鈥� approach to educating Black people, but the promise of equality in funding often hasn鈥檛 been honored.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFrom mental darkness to lightGod鈥檚 healing love is powerful enough to break through even the most overwhelming dark feelings. In this short podcast, a woman shares how God鈥檚 love brought hope and healing that turned her life around completely.聽
The Monitor's ViewMore than peace on the table in Ethiopian talksFirst direct talks between the government and Tigray rebels could mark affirmation of humanitarian norms.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveNo longer fascinated by extreme weatherWhen we hear reports of impending storms, it might feel natural to become drawn in by frightful images and dire predictions. But through prayer, we can resist the pull toward fear, and help bring peace and healing.
The Monitor's ViewToward a deliberative ChinaA consolidation of power under Xi Jinping puts a focus on a political faction that prefers humble listening of public grievances.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOut of helplessness into hopeGetting to know God as our always present divine Parent 鈥� and ourselves as God鈥檚 valued, cared for children 鈥� lifts us out of despair and lights the path to joy, healing, and solutions.
The Monitor's ViewChile鈥檚 search for harmony in the middleVoter rejection of a proposed new constitution has encouraged political rivals to seek unity over political division.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSinging to a different tune 鈥� finding our purposeWe might feel as if others have been gifted with certain talents, while we鈥檝e been passed by. But each one of us can be receptive to thoughts from God, showing us how we can express His beauty in ways that bless us and others.
Honoring the astonishing Mr. GouldLegendary Monitor essayist John聽Gould had known not one, but two veterans of the Battle of Gettysburg, and taught Stephen King all about writing.
The Monitor's ViewThe very model of a modern major economyWhile China hides economic data, Taiwan shines in openness by, among other acts of democratic values, releasing accurate and timely information.
