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The Monitor's ViewMercy鈥檚 role against human smugglingWhen a criminal transporter of migrants confesses and asks for forgiveness, it opens a new solution for global migration.
The Monitor's ViewAvoiding war by truth-tellingThe Philippines arms itself against China鈥檚 aggression by exposing violent incidents at sea by Chinese vessels.
The Monitor's ViewSigns of a 鈥楽outh Asian Spring鈥�Sri Lanka鈥檚 election fits a pattern in the region as more voters expect honesty in leaders and equality in their rule.
The Monitor's ViewA Chinese answer to anti-foreigner hateThe killing of a Japanese boy in China evokes strong reaction to Beijing鈥檚 use of anti-Japan propaganda as a tool of control.
The Monitor's ViewPro athletes as star exemplarsFans see high character as much as sports prowess in sports greats like Caitlin Clark and Shohei Ohtani
The Monitor's ViewHumble pivots to a political centerIn three democracies, opponents are trying to forge alliances. In one, civility and respect are winning.
The Monitor's ViewReviving the spirit of givingA major report looks at causes for the drop in charitable giving. One remedy: Look at all ways of giving, especially those driven by spiritual thinking.
The Monitor's ViewVenezuela鈥檚 future hangs on factsTelling the truth about an election鈥檚 results may be the opposition鈥檚 best strategy against the regime.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine鈥檚 high ground in RussiaBy welcoming scrutiny of its military incursion into Russia, Ukraine abides by rules of war and wins over world opinion.
The Monitor's ViewThe new kids in the huddleGirls are flocking to a variation of American football 鈥� 鈥渇lag,鈥� as it is called 鈥� that elevates agility and teamwork. This more inclusive version does away with the physical contact of the traditional game.
The Monitor's ViewCherishing 鈥榗limate volunteers鈥�After floods in Bangladesh 鈥� and just after a democratic renewal 鈥� a mass of volunteers sets a model for citizen participation in responding to extreme weather.
The Monitor's ViewHonesty as income in ArgentinaAn amnesty for tax cheats is part of a broad attack on corruption and an attempt to build a culture of integrity.
The Monitor's ViewWhere civil debates yield civic resultsWhile presidential debates may suggest otherwise, many state legislatures are most聽productive when rival lawmakers treat each other as moral equals.
The Monitor's ViewAfghan women sing freedomThe Taliban鈥檚 harsh laws that even command women not to sing at home have led many women to sing on social media 鈥� with a melody of equality and dignity.
The Monitor's ViewWhy China鈥檚 rock music is here to stayA new textbook warns that rock 鈥榥 roll is a security threat. Yet China鈥檚 vibrant rock scene is mainly a source of creative freedom.
鈥�1992鈥� says something important about race in America 鈥� and Tyrese GibsonThe new film 鈥�1992鈥� is a reminder of America鈥檚 cycles of racism and rebellion. Actor Tyrese Gibson stands out as a portrait of hope.
The Monitor's ViewOne way to foil school shootingsMore educators find teaching empathy can enable students to help prevent gun violence rather than be caught in the crossfire.
The Monitor's ViewLifting Lebanon with one arrestThe apprehension of a former central bank chief raises expectations for integrity and rule of law in a nation demanding accountability.
The Monitor's ViewPoland鈥檚 moment of conscienceA prime minister asks his officials to admit their failings and rebuild trust. After all, he鈥檚 demanding that of opponents from the previous government.
The Monitor's ViewWorkers of the world, volunteerMore employees want workplaces in which they can donate their time for a greater good.
