All Editorials
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding justiceToo often, justice seems imperfect and enforcement uneven. Today鈥檚 column explores how a deeper, more spiritual perspective of what constitutes justice puts us in a position to not only expect justice but see it expressed more often.聽
Searching for a balanceIs saving the Amazon really just about protecting some trees here and some species there? Behind each of these efforts is a larger question that begins to show that the partisan 'us vs. them' narrative is full of false choices. The question is whether we can learn to live in balance with nature.
Readers RespondReaders write: Examining Genghis Khan, fishing solution, the power of love, politics insight, solutions in France, reading back to frontLetters to the editor for the Oct. 1, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewThe two Koreas eye a test zone for peaceA little-noticed agreement could create trust for talks on nuclear weapons by first lowering the risk of war along the border.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGrace-filled daysWe might think it鈥檚 inevitable that a demanding schedule will leave us feeling burned out, but today鈥檚 contributor explores the quality of grace and how it can transform our approach to each day.
The Monitor's ViewBrazil鈥檚 WhatsApp election campaignThe Oct. 7 election is a test case of what happens when citizens use social media to take charge of campaign information.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGood that lasts鈥淲hat if genuine goodness isn鈥檛 as fragile as it can seem?鈥� Today鈥檚 contributor explores the idea of God as the source of limitless spiritual good for all.
The Monitor's ViewChina鈥檚 faithful, under siege, can shine a lightAs the Communist Party cracks down on religion, the faithful can find the best response in their teachings.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTaking God鈥檚 leadHow can an understanding of God help us when we need to make a decision, big or small? Today鈥檚 contributor shares how a clearer sense of God鈥檚 nature has helped her listen to His guidance, rely on it, and be blessed by it.
The Monitor's ViewSaving Venezuela with the long arm of the lawFive Latin American countries have asked an international court to prosecute Venezuelan officials for crimes against humanity. Such neighborly concern is a new norm in global affairs.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePraying about mental healthToday鈥檚 contributor was healed of hereditary bipolar disorder as she learned more about the nature of God as the gentle, consistent divine Mind.
The Monitor's ViewThe key to recovery from a sports scandalOne big difference between Russia鈥檚 doping scandal and the sex abuse of American female gymnasts: contrition in their governing institutions.
Readers RespondReaders write: Examination of US democracy, Nigerian zoo, Fourth of July coverageLetters to the editor for the Sept. 24, 2018 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandWhite House negotiation tactics may not pay off, America needs to consider civilian costs of coalition efforts in Yemen, The EU needs financial consumer protections, Why are tech companies in Korea summit?, It鈥檚 dangerous to give algorithms controlA roundup of global commentary for the Oct. 1, 2018 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhen cycles of ups and downs seem inevitableAmid global uncertainty in the face of trade wars, an understanding of God鈥檚 abundant care can help break through fears that economic chaos is unavoidable.
Global NewsstandSweden鈥檚 elections need in-depth reporting abroad, ICC investigations should affect all countries equally, North Korea reaps benefits of American diplomacy, China sees a steppingstone to Afghanistan through Pakistan, Naomi Osaka shines despite controversyA roundup of global commentary for the Sept. 24, 2018 weekly magazine.
A shift in Islam 鈥� and beyondWhat is the right balance between a living faith that embraces the changing times and the religious traditions and doctrines that are often millenniums old?
The Monitor's ViewGreen light for reform of UN鈥檚 blue helmetsAs top leaders gather at the United Nations, they must back reform of UN peacekeepers in order to prevent abuses and assure better performance in new types of conflicts.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveReal manhoodToday鈥檚 article explores the idea that the way to resolve conflicting concepts of manhood is to reach higher 鈥� to gain a spiritual understanding of man as created in the image and likeness of God.
The Monitor's ViewThe prospect of no people living in extreme povertyFewer than 10 percent of the world鈥檚 people now live on less than $1.90 a day. As such progress shifts the attitude of the remaining poor, the rate could more easily get to zero.
