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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDoes the weather govern you?A 海角大神 Science perspective: A response to weather conditions.
The Monitor's ViewMexico's high expectations of peaceAs killings drop in Mexico, a study measures the country's potential for peace. It finds attitudes and institutions in place that give Mexico a 'peace surplus.'- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHow to view, and treat, othersA 海角大神 Science perspective: A response to a racist chant from the fraternity at the University of Oklahoma.
The Monitor's ViewAfter a divisive election, Israel needs 'to heal'The March 17 election was a victory for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. But the harsh campaign left too many rips in Israeli society and in ties with the US. Much mending will be needed.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveChildren are a blessingA 海角大神 Science perspective: Even under stressful circumstances, raising a child is its own reward.
The Monitor's ViewColombia's virtuous path to peaceIn talks to end six decades of civil war, the government and the rebel group FARC agree on minor humanitarian steps, such as demining, a truth commission, and rural development. These may create trust and empathy for making the hard compromises for reconciliation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGod is still speakingA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we listen for and be benefited by God?
The Monitor's ViewHuman trafficking: bottom-up solutionsBoth the US and Britain are moving to stem sex and labor trafficking. But those involved in the problem say each community must rethink views of the victims and embrace them with aid and support.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMore peace on earthA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we pray for peace?聽
Listening to centrists -- and to the fringeTo defend and expand the 'vital center' of society, it is important to understand what the extremes are saying and doing.
The Monitor's ViewA $5 billion downpayment on Ukraine's futureThe first IMF financial aid to Ukraine reflects an astounding turnaround in civic reform and national identity, despite Russia's threats and a deep legacy of corruption.
Global NewsstandDon't revise Japan's Constitution, religion in Canada, South Korea's response to Japan, Putin's popularity, hate crimes against MuslimsThis week's round-up of global commentary includes discussion about Japan revising its Constitution, bias against Canadian Muslims, partnership between South Korea and Japan, explaining Putin's high ratings, and Western media coverage of violence against Muslims.
Readers RespondReaders write: Gender equality in education is the smartest way to defeat extremismLetters to the editor for the March 16, 2015 weekly magazine.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCome out from under pressureA 海角大神 Science perspective: How can we find relief from stress?
The Monitor's ViewBrazil scores a big goal 鈥� for rule of lawWith a huge scandal at the state oil company, Brazil's high court approves a probe of top politicians, reflecting a rising popular demand for an end to impunity of the powerful and a greater respect for equality under rule of law.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe needed silence in prayerA 海角大神 Science perspective: Why silence is important for praying.聽
The Monitor's ViewThe nonmilitary victories in Iraq's battle of TikritThe Iraqi Army's advance against Islamic State in the city of Tikrit reflects not only a military win but greater inclusion of Sunni and Shiite and, perhaps, a decline in Iraq's cycle of revenge killings.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHappiness in marriageA 海角大神 Science perspective: Marriage can be the context for learning more of our identity as God's loving and loved expression.
The Monitor's ViewGerman lessons for an Asia riven by historyDuring a trip to Tokyo, German leader Angela Merkel assisted Japan, China, and South Korea with insights on how postwar Germany and the rest of Europe reconciled. Will they listen?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSteps forwardA 海角大神 Science perspective: Whether moving back into an old job or heading forward into a new opportunity, we all have the ability to progress.
