Christian Science Monitor Media Bias

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Earth's protective layer of trust and unity - The Christian Science Monitor

science

Amid repeated studies showing that humanity is falling short of its targets to reduce global warming emissions, the United Nations issued some good news this week. The ozone, a thin layer of the upper atmosphere that shields Earth from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation, is healing.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

Long life, good education, but no jobs? Kerala model faces test.

It’s a story of transformation that many Keralites relate with pride: From a foundation of equity and inclusion, Kerala state built one of the developing world’s first safety nets, and despite low per capita income, Kerala’s literacy rates and life expectancy resemble that of developed nations.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

Together they can: In Palestinian village, a model of self-sufficiency

From homegrown food to home improvement, a West Bank village is blending a cooperative tradition with modern volunteerism to enhance its autonomy from Israel and the inefficient Palestinian Authority.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

Post-Roe, is adoption a realistic alternative to abortion?

Abortion opponents hail adoption as a mutual blessing for parents on both sides, yet several adoption professionals interviewed expect adoption to remain a rare choice for pregnant women, despite increasing – but sometimes unreliable – openness in the process.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

When hills become mountains, and other life lessons from childhood

lifestyle

When I returned to my hometown five decades later, almost everything seemed smaller: my family home, the public swimming pool. But not that hill. No wonder I’d hesitated. It was at least 15 feet high and angled at about 35 degrees. There were trees to the left and rocks to the right.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

Prosecuting a president: What can US learn from other nations?

The U.S. has never prosecuted a leader for criminal wrongdoing. But other countries have. Their experiences show it is a serious test of a democracy, but it’s a test that many democracies have passed.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 13, 2023

North American Leadership Summit ends with hope, stronger ties

Leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada met at the North American Leaders Summit this week. Despite previous tensions over issues of migration, trade, and manufacturing, the leaders emphasized cooperation and commonalities.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 12, 2023

As GOP continues to fracture, Democrats champion a growing unity

politics

A year ago infighting was the norm for House Democrats on Capitol Hill. But remarkable unity was displayed with the recent unanimous support of Hakeem Jeffries for speakership. “It’s a very powerful feeling,” says New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Annie Kuster.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 12, 2023

Small German town becomes latest front in battle for Paris Agreement

politics

A rural town in Germany is scheduled to be bulldozed so an energy company can mine for coal. Climate activists are up in arms, while officials claim legal precedent to enforce evacuation. Opposition lawmakers want the government to reverse its decision.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 12, 2023

Unprecedented system crash grounds thousands of flights

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were grounded or delayed due to an outage in a federal government system. The White House has said there was no evidence of foul play, and President Biden has directed the Department of Transportation to investigate.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 12, 2023

Resolutions that stick? Root them in values.

Mel Robbins, who speaks about change and motivation, counsels linking new goals to whatever you value most. Valerie Tiberius, a philosophy professor at the University of Minnesota, suggests preserving a commitment to the values that guide your actions.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 11, 2023

Power unlocked: Debt funds conservation, refugee brings solar to his camp

A vigorous model of debt restructuring is freeing up funds for marine conservation. Belize has long lacked resources for environmental protection, so it was a good candidate for the Blue Bonds for Ocean Conservation, a financial mechanism pursued by The Nature Conservancy.
Christian Science Monitor     Jan 11, 2023