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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSeismic shiftsWhen we鈥檙e honestly willing to get to know God and Christ in new ways, we gain transformative healing views of existence.
The Monitor's ViewAbout those nuclear threats by RussiaBoth global norms on protecting the innocent and military deterrents by the U.S. may be restraining the Kremlin from pulling the nuclear trigger.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEnabling strong thinkers and helpersHow can we contribute to our communities and the world in meaningful ways? A Christ-inspired foundation is an empowering place to start.
The Monitor's ViewSofter approaches to jihadi threatsAfrica鈥檚 struggle against Islamic extremism shows fresh thinking on nonmilitary approaches.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding my unbreakable relation to GodWe are all inherently capable of discerning our true, spiritual nature as God鈥檚 children 鈥� and experiencing the protection and healing this brings.
The Monitor's ViewRussia鈥檚 religious war in UkraineKremlin money for the Russian Orthodox Church in eastern Ukraine reflects a larger struggle over the role of religion in national identities.
Press freedom, democracy, and Fahad ShahKashmiri journalist Fahad Shah, editor of The Kashmir Walla newspaper and a Monitor contributor,聽remains behind bars.
Driven to the frontlines by compassion鈥淭he Ukrainians didn鈥檛 ask for this,鈥� Yankee Task Force volunteer Joshua Curry says in a telephone interview from Kharkiv, Ukraine.
The Monitor's ViewBrazil votes for more than a presidentThe Oct. 2 election may show that political intimidation and fear are not equal to a public desire for honesty in vote counting and democratic rule of law.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnyone can hear God鈥檚 messagesWe鈥檙e all innately capable of discerning divine inspiration that keeps us safe.
Student loan forgiveness: Where does empathy fit in?Thinking of the impact of student debt on his family, our contributor聽considers the role of empathy in loan forgiveness 鈥� and how it might shift discussion of the subject.
The Monitor's ViewAmerican school kids are doing all rightA Harvard study finds universal gains in math and reading over 50 years, pointing to the innate nature of intelligence.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMeekness and mightHumbly letting God, good, inspire our thoughts and actions empowers us to be a force for good in the world.
The Monitor's ViewBig hearts can help win a warDespite close ties to Russia, Kazakhstan defies the Kremlin by welcoming Russians fleeing a roundup of conscripts for the Ukraine war.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWould you believe I was a bully?Being a 鈥渕ean girl鈥� gave this teen a sense of identity she didn鈥檛 want to lose. But a fresh, spiritual take on individuality changed the way she saw herself 鈥� and interacted with others 鈥� for the better.
The Monitor's ViewRedefining Ethiopia in midst of warAfter two years of war between the government and a rebellious state, civil society groups seek a unifying identity forged through shared values instead of conflict.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLet your light shineAs God鈥檚 children, we鈥檙e all created to reflect toward others the healing, guiding light of the Divine.
The Monitor's ViewWhat Iran protesters really wantAnger over mandatory hijabs has shifted to challenging the theological pillar for clerical rule.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFree from sports bettingSports betting has become a multibillion-dollar industry. But activity based on chance can never provide the security that comes from trusting in God, who is unchanging good.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAre our happiness goals ambitious enough?When our quest for happiness starts from a selfless, spiritual basis, we 鈥� and others 鈥� are inevitably blessed.
