All The Monitor's View
Of dogs and dinWith a little help from their four-footed friends, communities are countering harsh politics with civic activities that evoke kindness and respect.
A shield from war for IraqUnder threat of being caught up in the Iran-Israel conflict, Iraqis listen to a revered cleric offering advice on the benefits of integrity.
Antidotes to Venezuela鈥檚 election liesAcross Latin America, a popular demand for honesty and equality is compelling leaders to wield truth in defense of democracy.
Schools get real on artificial intelligenceMore educators are adopting the technology 鈥� with care for its potential abuses 鈥� as they catch up with students already using AI.聽
A vote that straddles Sri Lanka鈥檚 dividesParliamentary elections in the South Asian country mark a shift from sectarian politics to respect for individual dignity.
A graceful renewal of Notre-Dame CathedralThe workers who restored the Gothic icon in Paris after a devastating fire celebrate eternal qualities in their skill and artistry. That speaks to real worship.
Look who seeks Ethiopia鈥檚 postwar healingLocal communities start the process of justice and reconciliation two years after one of Africa鈥檚 worst wars.
A ride for freedom in ChinaMasses of young people taking lengthy bike rides at night express both joy and liberty in public spaces. The ruling party wants them to backpedal.
Europe鈥檚 path for a just migrationJudges challenge Italy鈥檚 plan to send asylum-seekers to a third country, another step in the continent's drive to balance compassion and rule of law.
A shield for Gaza鈥檚 innocentThe enclave鈥檚 most respected Islamic scholar challenges Hamas for purposely putting innocent people in harm鈥檚 way. His religious ruling might hasten peace.
The election鈥檚 other messageIn states and counties, a desire for governing by consensus compels more listening to opponents.聽
Voter nostalgia for harmony, balanceExit polls in the U.S. election hint at a strong desire for a balanced economy and civic peace.聽
Mud boots of empathy in SpainA flood of goodwill from volunteers after a historic rainstorm shows that a society can bond in affection beyond sharp political divisions.
Democracy鈥檚 gems in BotswanaA shift in power after 58 years marks a turn toward valuing ordinary citizens as a source of economic diversity and renewal.
The delights of US democracyLocal celebrations of the election process help remind Americans of democracy鈥檚 resiliency while boosting their well-being.
The light in CubaAn acute electricity crisis in the island nation may be stirring accountability and transparency.
Creativity as a small nation鈥檚 defenseArmenia, surrounded by bigger countries, tries to make itself indispensable by becoming a Silicon Valley in a precarious region.
American politics at its bestBeyond the national divisions of the presidential race, civility and neighborly trust largely rein in local government.
Trading up to higher skillsBehind the popularity of career and technical training in education lies a stronger desire among young people to find purpose.
Yankee Dodger DandyTwo of baseball鈥檚 most storied teams are facing off in the World Series, uniting Americans in a historic rivalry and a joyful revival of a sport that defines the nation.