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One final 鈥楾op 10鈥�: best of Monitor journalismWe looked through all our work last year and found 10 stories that most embodied the Monitor鈥檚 desire to uplift, enlighten, and improve through journalism. And we thought, why not share?
Readers RespondReaders write: News from Iraq, religion and faith, working together, local mongooses, and a special issueLetters to the editor for the Jan. 14, 2019 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Political elites don鈥檛 understand that populist victories are still democratic, and moreA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 14, 2019 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA 鈥榮weet鈥� sense of God鈥檚 healing powerAfter a fish bone lodged in her throat, today鈥檚 contributor found that God鈥檚 help is always right at hand.
The Monitor's ViewBehold Greeks giving thanksInstead of reviling Germany鈥檚 leader for imposed austerity during a visit, Greece showed some gratitude. That has helped bilateral ties become based on trust and partnership.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat constitutes our ancestry?Many wish to better understand who and what they are, and some seek answers in genealogy. Today鈥檚 contributor explores this subject and presents a view of creation that starts and ends with God as its source.
The Monitor's ViewRenewing German-French vows for EuropeWith the EU splintering on its edges, the original founders plan to better integrate their two peoples as a model of friendship for the rest of Europe.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveRooting out bias and suspicionAn article in today鈥檚 Monitor Daily points to the idea that it鈥檚 become all too common for people to assume they know what someone thinks based on what organizations they belong to. Here鈥檚 an article that explores how we can let love and wisdom, rather than stereotypes and assumptions, guide our interactions with others.
The Monitor's ViewBreaking Latin America鈥檚 migration driverThe region needs fresh attempts at curbing gang violence, as Brazil鈥檚 new leader is learning. The promise, as he says, is that 鈥榞ood will beat evil.鈥�- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayer for righteous governmentWith news swirling about the ongoing US government shutdown and political turmoil in Gabon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and elsewhere, here鈥檚 an article on the role each of us can play in supporting just, wise, and compassionate government.
The Monitor's ViewA light of moral legitimacy in Congo, VenezuelaLeaders in both countries face postelection challenges by citizens and institutions who rely on social norms to determine power.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGet acquainted with your real selfToday鈥檚 contributor was healed of a hereditary affliction as he learned more about his (and everyone鈥檚) true nature as the child of God.
The Monitor's ViewIn immigration standoff, a little tenderness, pleaseFederal workers are the latest victims in a national debate that requires all those who suffer from failed immigration policies to see the mutual misery. Such empathy can lead to a solution.
Readers RespondReaders write: Washington town is choral central, and value of tiny books through the agesLetters to the editor for the Dec. 31, 2018 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat helped me help my sonYearning to help their son relate more appropriately with others and succeed in school, today鈥檚 contributor reached out wholeheartedly to God. The idea that God is the loving divine Parent of each of us made all the difference.
The Monitor's ViewApple鈥檚 stumble may be China鈥檚 gainThe tech giant鈥檚 data about the Chinese market shows why Beijing must embrace honesty and transparency in its statistics.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTrue womanhood without limitationsWith today鈥檚 swearing-in of new members, the 116th US Congress includes a record number of women. In light of this, today鈥檚 contributor explores the topic of womanhood and the boundless value that true womanhood holds for the world.
The Monitor's ViewWhere age is a state of mindCoverage of Nancy Pelosi鈥檚 election as House speaker was remarkable in not focusing on her age. Is this a sign of a shift against stereotypes on aging?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHow do we start anew?As the new year kicks off, here鈥檚 a spiritual take on the concept of renewal that brings truly meaningful change into our lives.
The Monitor's ViewWhy civic values are Taiwan鈥檚 best defenseIn a public debate, the leaders of China and Taiwan reveal what it takes to create a national identity rooted in shared ideals.
