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- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveWitnessing the activity of SoulWhen Earth feels cold and uninviting, we’re impelled to reach toward a higher, healing perspective, for us and all, as this poem shares.Â
The Monitor's ViewFor Germany, all hangs on innovationSunday’s election gave a boost to parties seeking to end a long recession by unleashing the economy for digitization and other reforms.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveWe do careAs the children of God, it’s natural for us to accept the blessings God has in store for us with open arms.Â
The Monitor's ViewA new global center for clean governmentOnce a leader in tackling bribery and other corruption worldwide, the U.S. may be ceding that role to Europe.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveThe light that makes all things newAs we receive the ever-present light of God, we discover existence to be spiritual, whole, free from discord.Â
The Monitor's ViewDancing to freedom in IranRecent videos of a famed female dissident dancing in prison reveal a mental liberation from repression.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveSix little words – infinite meaningThe earnest prayer to comprehend our unity with God brings tangible blessings. Â
Training for a job you hope never to performAt a nuclear training facility in Wyoming, Monitor reporters stepped into the world of America’s nuclear missileers – and were confronted with a lesson in empathy.
The Monitor's ViewAppeals to conscience in DamascusA newly liberated Syria brings back activists who long relied on nonviolent tactics in hopes of building a democracy.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveThe Love that liberates usAs we yield to God’s divine laws, we find that they don’t bring us everlasting punishment, but freedom from sin and suffering.Â
The Monitor's ViewGaza’s destiny, chosen by its peopleAs big powers plot the territory’s future, a survey in Gaza points to possible religious dialogue.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveThe algorithm of SpiritUnderstanding the limitless nature of divine Spirit enables us to break free from limiting predictions.Â
The Monitor's ViewEurope’s moment for self-governanceAmerican pressure and the prospects for talks over Ukraine force the continent to rethink the link between its values and its security.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveGratitude that transforms usAs we sing praises for God’s constant supply of spiritual good, healing happens.Â
The Monitor's ViewDigital scouts for honest governanceA bright spot in anti-corruption efforts lies in giving citizens online access to government actions, relying on their desire for trusted leaders.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveWhat is love?Understanding God as loving and all-powerful can enable us to overcome a sense of loss and experience healing.Â
The Monitor's ViewA vote for safety in Latin AmericaBy forcing a run-off presidential election, citizens in Ecuador urge their leaders to quell violence by strengthening democratic principles and individual rights.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveA higher loveAs we recognize the infinite nature of divine Love, we discover we’re free to express God’s healing love without limit or negative consequence.Â
An opening in Syria for journalistsAccess to Syria for Western journalists was always complicated. Now, journalists are entering the country by the hundreds – and wondering what the future of press freedom will look like under a new government.Â
The Monitor's ViewThe drivers of AI’s futureHanging over a global summit on artificial intelligence was a reminder from Chinese company DeepSeek of the qualities that inspire AI researchers.