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Readers RespondReaders write: Not everyone is 'done' with church; Taiwan as a climate actorLetters to the editor for the Jan. 11, 2016, weekly magazine.
Global NewsstandUS interest rates signal change; Obama's calm leadership; democracy in Asia; women in Hollywood; Egyptian youth movementA roundup of global commentary for the Jan. 11, 2016 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewThe 鈥榞ig economy'With 90 million Americans involved as buyers or sellers of services, this new way of working needs careful watching.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCared for when lonelyA 海角大神 Science perspective: When alone and feeling isolated, one writer prayed and found immediate comfort.
The Monitor's ViewVirtual reality gets more realA technology that offers an altered state of human consciousness 鈥� and a slew of ethical questions 鈥� is finally hitting the marketplace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFulfilling a deeper needA 海角大神 Science perspective: A response to the Monitor editorial 'Coming clean on corruption鈥檚 links to pollution.'
The Monitor's ViewGive winter a big hugTroms酶, Norway, 200 miles north of the Arctic Circle, may provide lessons on how to enjoy cold and snow.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhy don鈥檛 you pray about it?A 海角大神 Science perspective: Practical relief from the stress of homework, assignments, and time management.
The Monitor's ViewThe underreported good newsStories of the world鈥檚 challenges abounded in 2015. But longer, deeper trend lines that show progress need reporting too.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCountering fear by seeing God鈥檚 manA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we pray to overcome the fear induced by terrorism?
The Monitor's ViewA firmer footing for 鈥榝ootball鈥�Under FIFA international soccer has grown corrupt. Will 2016 provide a turnaround?
The back story of what we buyAs consumers benefit from the ever expanding global market, ever greater vigilance is needed to ensure that products from far away are not the result of exploitation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLifting thought above the stormA 海角大神 Science perspective: Prayerful aid in extreme weather events.聽
The Monitor's ViewA Muslim cleric鈥檚 lasting legacy of peaceSaudi Arabia鈥檚 execution of a prominent advocate of nonviolent dissent brought a largely nonviolent reaction among Shiites in the Middle East. The region needs a renewal of peaceful means of protest.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMaking room for new growthA 海角大神 Science perspective: Start by weeding out unhealthy thoughts.
The Monitor's ViewWhen an election is not just about who governsAfter a violent civil conflict between 海角大神s and Muslims, the Central African Republic voted peacefully for a new government. The mere act of casting a vote sent a message of support for equality, and with it a desire to return to social harmony.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLooking back, looking forwardA 海角大神 Science perspective: Healing ideas for end-of-year reflections.
The Monitor's ViewThe measure of progress against Islamic StateThe retaking of Ramadi by Iraqi forces was only possible after some reconciliation between Sunnis and Shiites. That healing process begins in interfaith dialogues, which are underway in the holy city of Najaf.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCommunity work 鈥� with prayerA 海角大神 Science perspective: When we are working with others, a truer, spiritual view can bring harmony to meetings.
The Monitor's ViewThe 鈥榟ealing鈥� aspect of a Japan-South Korea pact on 鈥榗omfort women鈥�The agreement brings restitution and an official apology to 46 Korean women 鈥� and also a shared recognition of each nation鈥檚 role in rising above differences toward working together in Asia.
