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The Monitor's ViewThe impetus driving an anti-lynching billSenate passage of a bill defining lynching as a hate crime is long in coming. But if a new Congress in 2019 can finally address this brutal practice, it will at least highlight how moral progress is made.
The Russian town that might save the worldTorzhok is experiencing a resurgence because of one woman鈥檚 activism.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePeace in the new yearWe can all strive to see and express God鈥檚 peace in our lives and the world around us 鈥� in the new year and beyond.
The Monitor's ViewHold off the forecasts of doomDespite its 鈥榳orst of times鈥� feel, the world in 2018 made progress. And more should be expected in 2019.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFace up to stressWhen today鈥檚 contributor, feeling overwhelmed, reached out to God for answers, she found that divine Love is able to lift even the heaviest sense of stress and sadness.
The Monitor's ViewNew missiles and old treatiesRussia tested a potentially much more lethal nuclear missile yesterday. At the same time the US seems ready to abandon hard-won current arms control treaties.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe light of Christ, Truth, still shinesToday鈥檚 contributor reflects on the Christ as an eternal presence and divine influence, and how its appearing in our individual lives strengthens, comforts, and heals.
The Monitor's ViewThose tiny flying intrudersThe drones that buzzed London鈥檚 Gatwick airport earlier this month show that these little unmanned aircraft need more attention from authorities.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveInterfaith interactions that counter fear and hateInspired by a meaningful experience at a local temple shortly after the shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue this fall, today鈥檚 contributor considers how God鈥檚 limitless, universal love breaks down barriers of hostility.
A different kind of news biasWe would never accept news that is disproportionately positive. Why are we so willing to accept the reverse?
The Monitor's ViewWhen Christmas bells ringLong ago an American found comfort and inspiration listening to them. They can still chime in hearts today.
A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhen the babe was bornIn this poem, the author reflects on the deep significance of that special night on which Jesus was born, heralding the redeeming activity of the Christ.
Global NewsstandGlobal Newsstand: Fossil fuel corporations should not lobby during climate conferences, and moreA roundup of global commentary for the Dec. 24, 2018 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: 鈥榃hose Colorado?鈥� fracking debate, cover artLetters to the editor for the Dec. 24, 2018 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe gift of ChristmasThe healing, saving message of the Christ brings comfort and cure to yearning hearts in every corner of the globe 鈥� not only at Christmas, but every day of the year.
The Monitor's ViewBeneath the bowl game glamourThe holidays are festooned with televised college football. But the sport needs to care more for its players.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveStep out of the echo chamberToday鈥檚 contributor wanted to impulsively respond to and 鈥渃orrect鈥� a friend鈥檚 political post on Facebook that she disagreed with, but then she prayed. She shares how she was led to respond in a way that promoted healing, not division.
The Monitor's ViewFacebook鈥檚 terrible, horrible yearThe social media giant has been the subject of congressional hearings and numerous investigations for its casual sharing of user data. Now it needs to do the hard work to reshape itself as an ethical entity.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveComing home to an 鈥榚verlasting love鈥�Should our concept of home be characterized only by a physical location or certain people being present? Today鈥檚 contributor explores a deeper, spiritual sense of belonging that assures us of a warm embrace in which we can always feel at home.
The Monitor's ViewJoining hands on migrationA US-Mexican agreement recognizes that solutions to the flow of migrants begin with improving conditions in Central America 鈥� and聽with working together on the problem.
