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The Monitor's ViewWhy Chinese give voice against bullyingA recent protest over a girl’s beating by other girls – and how officials dealt with it – hints at a society looking for more ways to shape China’s future and express empathy for survivors of bullying.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveMotivated by and for GodWhen serving God becomes our motivation, we are guided and strengthened by Him, and we are motivated to share our spiritual inspiration with others.
Teamwork and finding ways to buoy spiritsIn dire situations, people come together. That’s the takeaway every time. There are always helpers pulling together communities.
The Monitor's ViewIs it art? Or science? Yes.An engineering student has discovered a new family of intricate origami patterns. The ancient art’s infinite forms of precision and symmetry are helping invent new tools and technologies.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveYou’re perfect – truly!When we follow Jesus’ example in looking to divine Spirit as our source, we realize our spiritual wholeness – which heals.
The Monitor's ViewWhy New York seems fit for a Muslim mayorMore than two decades after 9/11 and years of anti-Islam stereotypes, the city’s voters are leaning toward a candidate favored for his policies, without concern about his faith. Violent extremists may have lost a recruiting message.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveA new way to make decisionsGiving thanks to God can be a powerful starting point that erases doubt about what path we should take.Â
The Monitor's ViewGreece acquires the Midas touchIts faltering economy almost sank Europe a decade ago. Now, by combating corruption and fake statistics through Herculean reforms, it is paying off debts and enjoying a world-class stock market.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveFinding true governmentWhen we’re willing to let go of willfulness and welcome divine wisdom, inspiration replaces impasse.
The Monitor's ViewToday’s flag-bearers for clean governmentStudents in Serbia set a global standard of integrity in demanding accountability and transparency from public authorities.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveNot beleaguered but blessedFeeling bombarded by problems or bad news? God’s healing love is always here, undisturbed.
The Monitor's ViewA balancing act in the AndesAn election in Bolivia expresses voter desire for a moderate approach to governing and a distaste for socialism’s mistakes.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveStanding strong in tough timesWe’re not doomed to simply grin and bear our trials – we’re divinely empowered to courageously face and overcome them.
The Monitor's ViewIn today’s wars, music is a universal balmFrom the conflict in Gaza to the war in Ukraine, civilians fight off fear and find unity in concerts performed amid the violence.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveWhat is not going to changeWhen life feels uncertain, we can let divine law ground us – replacing anxiety with inspiration and opportunity, as a couple experienced after a job layoff.
The Monitor's ViewAfricans go all in on civic participationRich or poor, rural or urban, citizens in many African countries are engaging at the ballot box – and with each other. Sustained joint action is deepening democracy’s roots across the continent.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveLoss and sadness fleeWe can turn to God, Spirit, for inspiration that heals grief.
The Monitor's ViewUkraine’s big powers at big-power talksThe purpose of the Trump-Putin summit has shifted as Ukraine shows how small countries can learn to play to their strengths.- A º£½Ç´óÉñ Science PerspectiveSeeing ourselves from a spiritual basisRecognizing our true substance as spiritual, rather than physical, opens the door to healing.
The Monitor's ViewAlbanians cheer corruption cleanupWith popular support – and help from European neighbors – Albania’s leaders are making inroads against transnational crime and government graft, and deepening democratic roots.