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The Monitor's ViewSpain starts to lose fear of the pastThe peaceful way the country is dealing with Franco鈥檚 remains could lead to necessary reflection on his fascist rule.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFrom 鈥榯he liberal鈥� and 鈥榯he conservative鈥� to friendsWhen opinions clash, it can be hard to see past what we perceive as another鈥檚 faults. When a woman found herself in that very situation with a colleague, the idea that God loves all His children totally changed the way she saw this person, opening the way for friendship.
The Monitor's ViewUnlearning corruption, the Indonesian wayMass protests this week by young people to save an anti-corruption agency show one of the world鈥檚 most corrupt nations may be seeing a big change in public attitudes.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRemembering our notes 鈥� without the notebook!If we鈥檝e forgotten something important or feel afraid that we don鈥檛 know what to do, we can turn to God as divine Mind for clarity that illumines the way forward.
The Monitor's ViewUnimpeachable values for an impeachmentThe House speaker laid out a baseline of ideals to judge any wrongdoing by the president. That鈥檚 a start for Americans to reach a consensus on the virtues at stake.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCertainty for hungering heartsMost of us long for greater peace and freedom, which can seem tenuous. But there is a divine Principle that we can turn to for healing and solutions that give us confidence in God鈥檚 love and care for all.聽
The Monitor's ViewNeighborly nudges between nationsA Latin American group鈥檚 effort to penalize the Venezuelan regime is the latest example of regional bodies trying to fix an errant country in their neighborhood.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDeliverance from slaveryAs we understand more of our innate freedom as God鈥檚 children, it leads us to greater freedom in our lives. A woman experienced this firsthand, gaining the courage to leave an abusive boyfriend as well as finding lasting freedom from feelings of shame.
The Monitor's ViewIsraeli Arabs make plain Israel鈥檚 identityOnce apathetic voters, their high turnout in an election and endorsement of a Zionist to form a government reveal a faith in a democracy with equality for all.
Readers RespondReaders write: Opioid abuse justice, kindness for refugees, and moreIn this week鈥檚 letters, readers share their thoughts on the opioid crisis and comment on the need for good news.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA God-centered view that healsFeeling anxious and ill after an evening event, one woman found inspiration in the Bible鈥檚 book of Job. It brought a God鈥檚-eye view of reality that changed her thinking, lifting the anxiety and bringing healing that very evening.
The Monitor's ViewWhy youth are leading climate strikesThe Sept. 20 protests over global heating reflect a rise in youth-led activism and the particular perspectives of young people, starting with their innocence.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding purpose and vocationWhen we are willing to go where God, Love, leads us, this opens the way for our lives to unfold in increasingly fulfilling and purposeful ways.
The Monitor's ViewTrudeau鈥檚 ultimate test in making apologiesAfter apologizing often for official misdeeds of past governments, the prime minister faces voters over a racist-tinged misdeed and their judgment on his contrition.
The recipe for changeNone of the problems facing the world are unsolvable. A program supported by Melinda Gates is transforming a society鈥檚 view of women in Senegal.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLooking forward to 鈥� deadlines?Deadlines can often feel like anxiety-inducing threats. But prayer can shift our perception to the idea of a deadline as a promise that we can witness God鈥檚 active goodness at every moment.
The Monitor's ViewWhy global health emergencies first need a dose of trustA new world body set up to track preparedness for pandemics finds a key missing piece is trust in basic institutions. One cure: more community engagement.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThere鈥檚 more to life than luckStruggling to make ends meet despite her best efforts, a woman turned to God for guidance. The result was inspiration that lifted her out of down-on-my-luck thinking and, soon afterward, into a whole new line of work.
The Monitor's ViewThe 'cry' in El Salvador to clean houseA new president with an anti-corruption mandate starts to set up an international investigative body that might help curb violence and reduce emigration.
Protecting people, protecting natureWestern environmentalism has been built on the concept that humans and conservation are incompatible.聽But聽malama 鈥榓ina聽offers a different perspective.
