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The Monitor's ViewGenerosity as a climate-action driverAmid the latest global climate conference comes news of a record rise in private giving to help the world鈥檚 most vulnerable people adapt to climate extremes.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGod鈥檚 鈥榯o do鈥� listIs it possible to complete our tasks without a sense of pressure or stress?
The Monitor's ViewLessons in multilateral mediationQuiet diplomacy by Saudi Arabia and other Gulf States helped achieve U.N. approval for the Gaza peace plan. Their culturally rooted approaches demonstrate the power of nonadversarial, respectful dialogue and consensus-building.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSickness can be eradicatedBy understanding God as all-power, we can see the powerlessness of sickness and find healing. An article inspired by this week鈥檚 Bible lesson from the 海角大神 Science Quarterly.
The Monitor's ViewLawful checks on cocaine traffickersPresident Donald Trump鈥檚 military campaign on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean comes as one nation in the region, the Dominican Republic, succeeds in an alternative approach.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLabels that limit usAs children of God, we鈥檙e able to see each other in our spiritual wholeness, and interact with each other from that higher ground.聽
The Monitor's ViewWhat Mexicans demand 鈥� and deserveThousands of citizens of all ages and classes have been demonstrating across Mexico for an end to corruption and cartel violence.聽They yearn for consistent actions that clean up democratic institutions.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveClaiming our immortalityAs we recognize ourselves to be as eternal as our Maker, we find that we鈥檙e always free to be active.聽
The Monitor's ViewThe persuasive power of China鈥檚 consumersAs the Chinese economy faces a downward spiral in prices, leaders try to convince consumers to spend, shifting power from the ruling party to citizens.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveClimate change, and what God is doingUnderstanding God鈥檚 divine influence in the universe and in our lives leads us to ways in which we can support a healthy environment.
The Monitor's ViewThe Golden Rule and a life of meaningWarren Buffett鈥檚 final Thanksgiving note as CEO highlights the 鈥減riceless鈥� values and 鈥済reatness鈥� that carry Americans through rough聽 times and smooth.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe healing of the pear treeWe can rise in prayerful protests that affirm the goodness of God鈥檚 creation, and this brings positive transformation.
The Monitor's ViewAn Arab democracy? Yes, say Iraqis.The seventh parliamentary election since the 2003 U.S. invasion might not bring clean and efficient governance. Yet young Iraqis with strong civic identity know democracy helps ensure peace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSing to the LordAs we open our hearts to a new song 鈥� a new view of ourselves as God鈥檚 spiritual offspring 鈥� we find healing. An article inspired by this week鈥檚 Bible lesson from the 海角大神 Science Quarterly.
The Monitor's ViewCool heads douse a hot shutdown聽A few senators like New Hampshire鈥檚 Jeanne Shaheen revive the art of listening and reason to find a compromise on ending a freeze on federal spending.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe transformative power of Love over angerWhen we let God, Love, lead the way 鈥� rather than giving in to anger 鈥� the path to healing division and injustice opens.
The Monitor's ViewEgypt鈥檚 gift to the world 鈥� and itselfA spectacular new museum near the pyramids showcases priceless artifacts and an ancient civilization. It's also enabling Egyptians to reclaim and connect with their own history and culture of grand ideas.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWe are not fragileInstead of being vulnerable to circumstances outside of our control, we learn from God that our purpose and employment are stable and secure.聽
The Monitor's ViewRestoring shared gain in world tradeA White House summit with Central Asian leaders might mark a step back from a year of mercantile practices led by the U.S. and China.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA pastor you can keep on your bedside table!Our pastor guides us to lean on God, who meets our needs.聽