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What the Monitor stands forThe Monitor is often asked to both support and condemn various political figures and movements across the world. Editor Mark Sappenfield responds.
Readers RespondReaders write: Ode to snow, a meeting of art and math, and moreLetters to the editor for the May 11, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss the best way to bond with pets,聽Alexander Calder鈥檚聽sculptures, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOur divine Mother鈥檚 day 鈥� every dayDon鈥檛 we all have moments when we long for motherly comfort and care? Even in troubling times, the tender yet powerful love of our divine Parent is here for each of us to feel and express.
The Monitor's ViewA light of truth on racial violenceWhy a journalist鈥檚 19th-century campaign against lynching is important in finding justice for today鈥檚 killings of unarmed black men.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveInvisible goodness 鈥� all around usFear of the coronavirus as an 鈥渋nvisible enemy鈥� may sometimes pull at us. But there鈥檚 another presence surrounding us all that鈥檚 even more powerful: the healing presence of God, good.
The Monitor's ViewIn South Korea, a triumph for talent in successionsThe head of scandal-hit Samsung vows an end to family dynasty, helping the country to favor merit over bloodlines in business and politics.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA distance-learning lesson in humilityWhen parental frustrations about distance learning came to a head, a teacher felt affronted. But she soon found that the most productive, healing approach to the situation was to let God, rather than self-justification and ego, inspire her response.
The Monitor's ViewWhy stargazing is looking upFor many in lockdown, exploring the night sky brings renewal. The Hubble telescope helped nurture that curiosity.
The Monitor's ViewArab world binges on religious harmonyThe popularity of an Arabic TV series about a Jewish woman reveals change in the Middle East.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOvercoming fear of the unknownIt can seem there鈥檚 a lot we don鈥檛 know 鈥� about our health, our economic stability, what the future holds, and so on. But the realization that God鈥檚 love is knowable and His care reliable overcomes fear, bringing healing and peace 鈥� as a father experienced when his son became suddenly ill.
The Monitor's ViewInvestors eye businesses doing goodCompanies that treat workers well during the health crisis are seen as a good investment. 鈥淪ocial investing鈥� is on the rise.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEnduring goodnessIf we鈥檙e feeling as if bad is eclipsing the good in the world, or as if goodness has been put on hold, it鈥檚 worth considering the biblical promise of God鈥檚 unending goodness for all His children, at every moment.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGone just like thatIn these uncertain times, fear can sometimes overshadow our hope, joy, and peace. But as the author of this poem experienced, the unfailing light and warmth of divine Love comforts 鈥渓ike nothing else,鈥� dispelling fear.
The Monitor's ViewThe global jolt toward creative thinkingThe coronavirus shock has forced fresh approaches to almost all aspects of life. Why not celebrate it 鈥� and keep innovating?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnger-free engagementSometimes conversations 鈥撀爌olitical or otherwise聽鈥� can quickly become heated. But when we feel pulled to engage in a reactive, negative way, we can pause to let God, good, inspire a constructive response rather than giving in to anger.
The Monitor's ViewWhy domestic abuse is now an international causeA spike in domestic violence during the coronavirus lockdown has resulted in a vigorous response to provide shelter and protection beyond one鈥檚 home.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat to do if you鈥檙e feeling lonelyWhen it seemed like there would be no end to her loneliness, a woman initially felt overwhelmed and anxious. But a surprising realization about the nature of God as Love completely changed her state of mind.
The Monitor's ViewThe not-so-secret sauce of New Zealand's successThe country鈥檚 effective 鈥渆limination鈥� of COVID-19 relied on swift, strict measures but also a tone of kindness from the top.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDivine distancing isn鈥檛 possible!If we鈥檙e feeling the pull of loneliness during these times of isolation and quarantine, it鈥檚 worth considering what God鈥檚 biblical promise, 鈥淚 will not leave thee,鈥� can mean for us today.
The Monitor's ViewThe Fed's global role in making people 鈥榳hole鈥�The central bank鈥檚 unprecedented opening of its dollar spigot helped end a global financial panic.聽
