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The Monitor's ViewIn Sri Lanka, divisions don鈥檛 add upThe island nation鈥檚 rival identities fade away as protesters unite against leaders who play only to society鈥檚 differences.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA healing response to culture warsIs antagonism inevitable when opinions differ? Recognizing that we are all God-empowered to express patience and grace is a firm foundation for harmony and progress.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Ukraine inspires TaiwanThe island nation, facing threats from China, now sees how national unity around democratic identity can led to heroic defense.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEnding painCan prayer bring lasting freedom from chronic pain? As a woman experienced firsthand after recurring back pain came to a head, the answer is yes.
The Monitor's ViewThe grab-a-paintbrush approach to climate changePioneer funders of climate projects are focusing more on individuals than institutions to ensure 鈥渁pplied hope,鈥� not despair.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWords that help and healIt鈥檚 natural to want to help when we see conflict. Acknowledging God, divine Love, as the communicator of infinite goodness and grace opens our thinking to know what to say that will bring comfort to the individuals involved and healing to the situation.
The Monitor's ViewRescuing peace in IsraelDuring tense religious times in Jerusalem, Israeli Arab leaders step up for peace, challenging the views of Israeli Jews.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRising above disturbanceWhen we鈥檙e feeling frustrated by an interaction, it can be tempting to be carried away by impatience, anger, or agitation. But with God鈥檚 help we can refuse to indulge these unhealthy thoughts and instead abide in the healing calm of spiritual consciousness.
Food, clothing, shelter, and ... booksFor Maria Deskur, CEO of Poland鈥檚 Universal Reading Foundation, giving books to Ukrainian refugee children an urgent priority.
The Monitor's ViewFinding dignity in documenting wartime rapeReports of mass rape by Russian forces in Ukraine have led to mass reporting of this war crime, helping to lift many rape survivors.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEarth Day and the power of prayerOn this Earth Day and every day, we can look to God for the selflessness, inspiration, and spiritual poise that help us do our part in caring for our planet.
The Monitor's ViewA global response to global inflationWealthier democracies, already united around the Ukraine war, are aware of how their responses to rising prices might affect low-income countries.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe kingdom of heaven is at handIs heaven unattainable here on earth? According to Jesus, it is very much within our reach.
The Monitor's ViewLearning from Putin鈥檚 mistakes on historical truthThe Russian invasion was based on a lie about Ukraine鈥檚 past. Now Tokyo and Seoul have a chance to curb their tensions over history with an incoming South Korean president.
How Indian cooking helps me cope with cultural appropriationSeeing American society through her country鈥檚 eyes takes our writer on an internal journey that lands in her kitchen, with insights about colonization along the way.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe response to anger? Prayer.Following the confrontation between two actors at this year鈥檚 Oscars, a woman shares how the incident prompted her to pray, and how we all can help heal anger by turning off the chatter and turning our thoughts to God, who is Truth and Love.
The Monitor's ViewHold-thy-tongue diplomacy in EthiopiaThe sudden but quiet departure of a U.S. envoy to the region sends a powerful signal about the need for action in ending a humanitarian crisis.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHumility 鈥� the cure for prideFor a woman who injured her wrist while ice-skating, pride came before a fall 鈥� literally. But prayer brought a fresh take on humility and everyone鈥檚 true nature as the reflection of God, which opened the door to healing.
The Monitor's ViewDivided by a war, Germans paid special attention to Easter sermons海角大神 preachers used Germany鈥檚 鈥渢urning point鈥� toward Russia to focus on the resurrection as a turning point in how to deal with fear and death.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveBringing light to difficult conversationsIs it inevitable for contentious issues to go hand in hand with anger and hostility? Not when we鈥檙e willing to let the light of God, infinite Love, guide our interactions.
