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The Monitor's ViewFinding alternatives to solitary confinementBoth the federal government and states are looking at ways to reduce the practice, which a UN agency has called a form of torture.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe quiet giftA 海角大神 Science perspective: On receiving and sharing God鈥檚 gift of the healing, saving Christ.
The Monitor's ViewSyrian-Americans: model immigrants?A study of earlier immigrants from Syria finds them 鈥榙oing very well鈥� and should ease concerns about recent refugees.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLearning with humble trust in GodA 海角大神 Science perspective: Humility and faith in God open the way for success.
Creating a virtuous cycle"Creative destruction" is normal in a capitalist economy, but it is rarely easy on the individuals, families, and communities affected by it.
Global NewsstandFrance鈥檚 National Front: a mainstream party?, A leader departs, Europe鈥檚 struggles with populism, Striving for gender equality in the police, Why social media have failed SyriaA roundup of global commentary for the Dec. 19, 2016 weekly magazine.
Readers RespondReaders write: Prison program, violence in filmLetters to the editor for the Dec. 19, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA Japan-Russia step toward reconciliationThe two countries agreed on a move toward resolving a territorial dispute by first focusing on a common goal : joint development. If it works, the agreement may be a model for similar disputes in Asia.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveListening for angelsA 海角大神 Science perspective: We can hear God when we quiet materialism.
The Monitor's ViewHow Obama can respond to Russian hackingAs more details emerge about Russian hacking during the 2016 election, the US must be careful about resorting to retaliation. The world needs agreements that lessen the fear of cyberwarfare.
Editor of 海角大神 to step downMarshall Ingwerson, editor of the 108-year-old news organization, announced he's taking a job as chief聽executive聽of The Principia, a nonprofit 海角大神 Science organization that runs a college in Illinois and pre-K-12 school in Missouri.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAlone but not lonelyA 海角大神 Science perspective: Experiencing the joy of Christmas no matter where you are.
The Monitor's ViewA lesson dawns in Philippine drug warPresident Duterte鈥檚 support of vigilante killings of anyone suspected of drugs has not only brought demands for due process of law but more attention to the best solution: more concern for the healing of addicts.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveReceiving the healing ChristA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we welcome the Christ into our lives?
The Monitor's ViewA new light on a dark problem: North KoreaAs North Korea becomes more dangerous, a fresh approach is needed to end this nuclear threat. Sanctions and threats have yet to work. Perhaps the US can reach the North Korean people with a message of hope.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA gift from the holidaysA 海角大神 Science perspective: On the blessings of God-inspired giving.
The Monitor's ViewTweet less, talk moreReal conversations 鈥� in person 鈥� are still needed for understanding, especially for world leaders. Donald Trump鈥檚 tweets, such as those about China, are no substitute for meaningful dialogue.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA law that can challenge injusticeA 海角大神 Science perspective: In response to the Monitor鈥檚 View 鈥榃hen rule of law rules the roost.鈥�
The Monitor's ViewHow to let Christmas be ChristmasNow nearly a global event, Christmas has become contentious and commercial. Its meaning can be obscured if people feel pressure to give gifts. Yet in its popularity remains a hint of its purpose: an appreciation for a spiritual dawn.
Winning the war of ideasBad ideas can -- and will -- be beaten by better ideas. But the victory is rarely a quick one. Idea wars are won person by person.
