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Readers RespondReaders write: What about the other wars?Letters聽to the editor for the April 25 & May 22, 2022 weekly magazine. Readers underline the need for optimism and call attention to聽 war in Ethiopia.聽
The Monitor's ViewWhat baseball can learn from Silicon ValleyFavoring caution over a possibly historic pitching performance runs against the merits of risking failure- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEaster and the true substance of lifeThe message of Jesus鈥� resurrection 鈥� that existence is upheld by God, not confined in matter 鈥� is a powerful and timeless basis for experiencing healing.
Jackie Robinson changed baseball 75 years ago. That was just the start.Jackie Robinson is known for breaking barriers in baseball. But he was a champion for civil rights off the field as well.
The Monitor's ViewThe spark behind Ukraine's victoriesSeven years of reforms to curb corruption and instill transparency has paid off in the military鈥檚 win for the battle of Kyiv.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEaster 鈥� a message of Christly loveChrist Jesus鈥� ability to forgive those who crucified him proved the absolute power of divine Love, God, to overcome hatred and injustice 鈥� which we too can apply in our lives today.
The Monitor's ViewPopulism鈥檚 future in EuropeElections in France and Hungary suggest nationalist politicians are on the rise, challenging the European Union. Trends suggest that may not be the case.
鈥業t鈥檚 fragile work鈥�: Conflict resolution for world leaders 鈥� and familiesFirst, these writers witnessed humility and a willingness to see through others鈥� eyes forge connections across cultures. Then, they put those qualities to work at home.聽聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhen words come aliveWords are a big part of all aspects of our lives, and prayer is no exception. But communication with God goes beyond words and is felt through inspired and uplifted thinking 鈥� which brings about healing.
A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDon鈥檛 give worry a way inWhen we open our hearts to God鈥檚 protecting love for all, we鈥檙e 鈥渃aulking our arks鈥� 鈥� equipping ourselves to express patience, compassion, and courage rather than succumb to worry and fear.聽
The Monitor's ViewA war鈥檚 end by light of the innocent?A fresh approach by a new U.N. mediator in Yemen鈥檚 seven-year war puts the priorities of civilians first, yielding a truce and other peace-promising benefits.
The Monitor's ViewFinding higher ground as floodwaters riseInstead of reacting with fear, more planners 鈥渃reate designs that talk with nature.鈥�
A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePeace and goodwill for allWhen we let divine Love, rather than frustration or anger, impel our thoughts and actions, every interaction with others becomes an opportunity to further 鈥減eace on Earth, goodwill to men鈥� 鈥� a promise for all people and for all time.
Fahad Shah and a parable for Kashmir 鈥� and the wider worldEach time Fahad Shah would make bail, he would be immediately rearrested on a new charge. Now, he's in jail under under 鈥減reventive detention."
The Monitor's ViewHow war crimes may catch up with RussiaThe long arm of international law has just reached Sudan over atrocities in Darfur, giving hope to Ukraine of similar justice someday.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFollowing Christ, net-freeWhen we truly go all-in with our prayers to glimpse spiritual reality, the healing effects are tangible.
The Monitor's ViewPakistan鈥檚 victory for rule of lawA Supreme Court decision against the prime minister reinforces judicial independence in a country with a long history of military intervention.
A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe spiritual waymarks that keep us safeIf we find ourselves in troubled waters 鈥� whether literally or figuratively 鈥� we can look to God for inspiration that guides and protects.
The Monitor's ViewWhy this UN climate report is differentIt tentatively endorses an idea from oil exporters that carbon capture may be needed to curb climate change. That reflects a better deliberative approach.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveResting 鈥� in action!Recognizing our spiritual nature as restfully coexistent with God at all times enables us to overcome limitations associated with 鈥渋nsufficient鈥� sleep.
