All Editorials
The Monitor's ViewThe art of listening in Yemen's warA deal between two warring factions, a result of each side heeding the other鈥檚 interests, hints at a path toward peace in what is the world鈥檚 worst humanitarian disaster.
The Monitor's ViewThe epic struggle behind Iraq鈥檚 protestsDemonstrators are rejecting Iran鈥檚 influence and, along with it, cleric-based rule. The Middle East will be better off with their assertion of self-governance.
The Monitor's ViewSouth Africa has a springbok in its stepA World Cup victory by its racially integrated national rugby team was not only inspiring, it set a tone of gratitude for the country鈥檚 progress on race and opportunity.
The Monitor's ViewSea level rising? Make some new landFor some seacoast cities new property reclaimed from the ocean could be more valuable than the cost of making it.
The Monitor's ViewCelebrating the unlikely champsThe Washington Nationals managed to make winning in the face of almost certain defeat look routine. They entertained and sustained us.
The Monitor's ViewWhy we still drop a cardThe internet whisks images and texts around the globe nearly instantaneously. But after 150 years the common postcard still holds its own unique appeal.
The Monitor's ViewAre job skills and an education the same thing?English majors may be in decline, but studying the humanities is still a worthwhile option.
The Monitor's ViewBirds on a high wireTwo recent studies show North America鈥檚 birdlife in peril. But humans can still change the picture.
The Monitor's ViewRediscovering Mr. RogersWhat seemed like a simple, gentle children鈥檚 show has had an unexpected impact on society. It all began with the way he viewed his 鈥榥eighbors.鈥�
The Monitor's ViewSweet uses of adversity for African entrepreneursAfrica鈥檚 digital revolution may be lagging but its many obstacles are also a source for innovation.
The Monitor's ViewThe Balkans fuseThree nations in what was once Europe鈥檚 powder keg set plans to blend their economies, replicating the 鈥渃ommon home鈥� of the EU.
The Monitor's ViewCanada鈥檚 breach over oil exportsMonday鈥檚 election may force Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to find a better balance between the oil-rich provinces and Canada鈥檚 leadership on climate change.
The Monitor's ViewLebanon awakes to fearmongeringDays of protests reveal a diverse nation shaking off corrupt politicians who divide by sects to stay in power.
The Monitor's ViewWanted: Ethical intelligence for artificial intelligenceFrom the Pentagon to the United Nations, leaders seek advice on AI鈥檚 potential to harm 鈥� or to serve.
The Monitor's ViewFriendship across political linesEllen DeGeneres and George W. Bush socializing sets an example for keeping doors open for those on the opposite side of issues.
The Monitor's ViewA radical choice for equality in TunisiaA law professor wins the presidency with his ideas 鈥� and actions 鈥� of equal opportunity for equality. Tunisia again inspires the Middle East on democracy鈥檚 fundamentals.
The Monitor's ViewNew poverty busters get their dueThis year鈥檚 Nobel prize in economics puts a spotlight on a new type of research that brings a fresh view of the poor as capable and resilient.
The Monitor's ViewWhy a peace prize befits Ethiopia's leaderLike a 21st-century Mandela,聽Abiy Ahmed聽prepared himself with a mental peace to be able to bring it to others.
The Monitor's ViewThe global bandwagon on tax integrityOne of the more notorious tax havens, Cayman Islands, commits to honesty and openness in financial transactions.
The Monitor's ViewThe borderless power of sportsIn Iran and China, the globalization of sports 鈥� and its values 鈥� is helping transcend frictions over religion and nationalism.
