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The Monitor's ViewRethinking farms and food in the AI ageAs robots and other inventions take over agriculture, society must rethink its relationship to those who nourish it.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSomething to be grateful for 鈥� even in tough timesMany people around the world agree: There鈥檚 value in being grateful. But what if there seems little to give thanks for? Even in the face of challenges, we can gratefully acknowledge God as a limitless source of good, joy, and peace 鈥� and find hope and solutions.
The Monitor's ViewVisit a prison, make the world safer?More governors and prosecutors are visiting inmates in prison as part of several initiatives to improve criminal justice. The experience helps create more empathy among those who incarcerate people.
A Monitor ThanksgivingWhy, despite all the hassle, do we love holidays? If we do it right, we鈥檙e putting others first, so we'd like to say "Thank you" to聽our readers.
The Monitor's ViewEurope wins a big anti-corruption battleRomania鈥檚 reelection of an anti-graft president reflects the success of both the EU and Romanians to push for honest governance in one of the union鈥檚 most corrupt countries.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat鈥檚 the point?When life feels monotonous or futile, we can find freshness and inspiration in our divinely ordained purpose: to make evident the goodness and energy of the Divine.
Readers RespondReaders write: The view from Russia, and wildfire seriesLetters to the editor for the Nov. 25, 2019 weekly magazine. Readers discuss international media coverage and hearing from wildfire refugees.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe not-so-lost art of graceWhen we鈥檙e faced with challenges or regrets, understanding our inseparability from God enables us to put our ego aside and feel God鈥檚 hope-bringing, redeeming grace.
The Monitor's ViewBallots meet batons in Hong KongThe popularity of the pro-democracy protests will be tested in Sunday鈥檚 local district elections, which are about the only real democracy left in the Chinese territory.
The 鈥榪uiet fire鈥� of a Monitor readerI want to acquaint you with thinkers who are wrestling with issues close to the Monitor鈥檚 heart.聽First up: activist and minister Duncan Newcomer.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveConfident compassion and comfort that heals griefLosing a loved one is never easy. But getting to know God as infinite Life and Love brings the assurance that life can never truly be lost, and that we are never without the love of God.
The Monitor's ViewIn 2019, whistleblowers get their dueGlobal views on whistleblowers got a boost after one in the U.S. made allegations against President Trump. Even Ukraine just passed a law protecting whistleblowers.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer for the world鈥檚 childrenToday is World Children鈥檚 Day and the 30th anniversary of the United Nations鈥� Convention on the Rights of the Child. Here鈥檚 a heartfelt poem that takes a stand for the innocence, purity, and strength inherent in all.
The Monitor's ViewIraq's trailblazing protestersBy the thousands, young Iraqis have created a 鈥渕inistate鈥� in downtown Baghdad that resembles the government they want 鈥� one not based on dividing up power by faith.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLOVEHere鈥檚 a poetic piece that explores the power of a simple question: 鈥淲ill you love?鈥�
The Monitor's ViewA triumph of truth about China鈥檚 detention campsSecret documents from the Communist Party reveal strong party dissent over the repression of an innocent minority. Officials with a conscience are exposing the party鈥檚 fears and tactics.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveEffective time managementGetting through a to-do list is often easier said than done. But when we prioritize listening for God鈥檚 inspiration, even in those moments when we鈥檙e overwhelmed, we鈥檙e empowered to do what we need to do, when we need to do it.
The Monitor's ViewWhy impeachment watchers need a Thanksgiving breakA holiday of gratitude and rejoicing that Lincoln used to bind a broken nation can again heal a people who increasingly see themselves on the edge of civil war.
California offers a glimpse 20 years into the futureThe rise of Latino power in California began with Proposition 187, a聽1994 ballot initiative that聽sought to deny services to unauthorized immigrants.
Readers RespondReaders write: Eco-friendly choices, Estonia鈥檚 music, and moreLetters to the editor for the Nov. 18, 2019 weekly magazine. Readers discuss solutions for climate change, the 2019聽Nobel Peace Prize, and more.
