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Global NewsstandApple and privacy; Supreme Court selection; the Bush dynasty; ending Syria's war; Obama's visit to CubaA roundup of global commentary for the March 7, 2016 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveExpanding your footprint in a helpful wayA 海角大神 Science perspective: Prayers for the environment.
The Monitor's ViewThe key hope in sanctionsWith Obama going to Cuba, a tighter economic embargo on North Korea, and a partial lifting of sanctions on an improved Iran, now is the time to examine why sanctions often succeed. They rely on a hopeful view of people.
Readers RespondReaders write: caution about 'smart cars'; replacing Justice Scalia; employing 'unschoolers'Letters to the editor for the March 7, 2016 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding protection and guidance while on the roadA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can listening for God鈥檚 direction help us in our everyday lives?
The Monitor's ViewFrom Timbuktu, a timeless lessonIn a first, a jihadist is charged with a war crime for destroying ancient cultural sites. The case before the International Criminal Court reflects a legal pushback against such destruction and a moral reinforcement to preserve humanity鈥檚 most timeless heritage.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding resolutions to challengesA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we resolve difficulties, even in the face of temptations to give up?
The Monitor's ViewSyria鈥檚 calm before the peaceA temporary truce, brokered by Russia and the US, has brought the first lull in violence in Syria鈥檚 five-year conflict. As it brings some stability and hope, it is also a test of sincerity for coming peace talks.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe comfort of LoveA 海角大神 Science perspective: Prayers for healing the grief brought on by mass shootings.
The Monitor's ViewPeace message in Iran鈥檚 electionDespite a rigged list of candidates, voters in Iran鈥檚 Feb. 26 election found a way to elect relative moderates who seek a less threatening country more open to the world. The vote was a humiliating blow to Iran鈥檚 clerical rule.聽
Learning from dark pastsLooking critically at the past is important. Remembering that the people of the past are people like us is also important.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectivePrayers for FlintA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we pray about resolving injustice in cities, including Flint, Mich.?
The Monitor's ViewAdvice for a world in search of innovationThe US presidential campaign is raising voter fears about the future more than focusing on what Warren Buffett calls America鈥檚 鈥榮ecret sauce鈥� 鈥� its long history of sustained gains in economic productivity.
Why Warren Buffett is so bullish on the future for American childrenIn his annual letter to shareholders, CEO Warren Buffett explains his optimism for the lives of the coming generation of American children.
Readers RespondReaders write: women's leadership; helping Syrians; news that offers hopeLetters to the editor for the Feb. 29, 2016 weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandNew and revolutionary ideas in US politics; why the US is disengaging from world events; China and N. Korea's nukes; defeating poverty in ChinaA roundup of global commentary for the Feb. 29, 2016 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHalting hatredA 海角大神 Science perspective: An illuminated understanding of Love conquers the darkness of hate.
The Monitor's ViewPsst! 鈥楶lastics鈥� needs to be reformedOne of the world鈥檚 most successful and versatile materials is also a potential environmental disaster.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOvercoming self-blameA 海角大神 Science perspective: Healing ideas on correcting mistakes.
The Monitor's ViewTurning politics outside inMoney still corrupts politics but maybe not in the way we think.
