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Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories

Amid heated rhetoric between Washington and Havana, shoot-out raises new questions -- Whitney Eulich

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'This regime cannot get away with its crimes.' An Iranian student speaks. -- Scott Peterson

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As Trump weighs Iran strike, some lawmakers say Congress needs a role -- Caitlin Babcock

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Wealthy universities, facing steep endowment tax hikes, cut PhDs and libraries -- Ira Porter

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Why would Trump strike Iran? How lack of clarity imperils a diplomatic deal. -- Howard LaFranchi

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Trump's new retirement plan builds on a bipartisan model -- Laurent Belsie

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What Trump's view of US military power could mean for Iran-US talks -- Ned Temko

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Satellite data centers might help Earth. But what about space? -- Stephen Humphries

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Trump portrays a 'winning' America: Will that translate into GOP midterm votes? -- Linda Feldmann

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Winter Olympics medal table: With 12 golds, was this the best U.S. team ever? At the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, Norway was the undisputed Winter Olympics champion with the most gold medals (18) and overall medals won (41). By - Mark Sappenfield - / 5 min

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Johannes Klæbo's journey to Olympic 'king': Sometimes lonely, always disciplined -- Mark Sappenfield

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As a joyful Winter Olympics wraps up, a time to say 'thank you' -- Mark Sappenfield

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Democratic governors take on Trump – with an eye to 2028 -- As U.S. governors convene in Washington this week, many Democrats among them will be in the spotlight as top contenders for their party's 2028 presidential nomination. One reason: They found ways to fight back against the Trump administration. -- Linda Feldmann

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In Minneapolis, Native Americans see racial targeting patterns – and push back -- Sarah Matusek

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Jesse Jackson's journey from a South Carolina protest to presidential runs -- Ken Makin

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Democrats press for immigration enforcement reform as DHS shutdown begins -- Caitlin Babcock

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Ultimatum vs. resistance: Why US and Iran are talking past each other -- The United States has amassed the largest force since the war in Iraq. Iran threatens an all-out response to any attack, even if limited. As they prepare for nuclear diplomacy in Geneva to avoid conflict, each side appears to be misreading the other. -- Scott Peterson

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In an election year, Netanyahu tries rewriting Israel's Oct. 7 narrative -- Shoshanna Solomon

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In Gaza, Israel's creeping Yellow Line takes Palestinians' land, and lives - By - Ghada Abdulfattah - , Taylor Luck - / 6 min

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Progress but not compromise as latest US-Iran nuclear talks end -- Scott Peterson

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Committed, but weary? Russia stays the course after 4 years of war in Ukraine. -- Four years on, Russia has now been engaged in war in Ukraine longer than the Soviet Union fought in World War II, and the cost is starting to wear. -- Fred Weir

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Letter to Pokrovsk, Ukrainian city of roses: Your beautiful spirit isn't lost -- Howard LaFranchi

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With Russia grinding closer, Ukrainians weigh the cost of land for peace -- Dominique Soguel

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When it comes to Epstein files, British politicians are finding no place to hide -- Katie Marie Davies

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In Taiwan, athletes are ageless on and off the field

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Remember landline phones? Parents want them back.

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Kenyan stylists are using the West's discarded clothing to refashion the future

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From 'The Godfather' to 'Tender Mercies,' Robert Duvall made each role his own

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Difference Maker - This Nigerian educator gave a river a voice. The next generation is listening.

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AI can write songs, plays, and novels. What does that mean for human creativity?

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Clergy look to Bible on immigration enforcement. Interpretations can differ.

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Purrs in paradise: Lanai Cat Sanctuary rescues felines and protects vulnerable birds

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3 in 5 US undergrads struggle with basic needs. How some colleges are helping. -- With more than half of America's undergraduates now reporting food or housing insecurity, a new model of support is taking hold on college campuses. -- Kelly Field

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Why did the Supreme Court rule against tariffs? Here's what the justices said. By - Henry Gass - , Laurent Belsie - / 6 min

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Who's in the Epstein files, from the former Prince Andrew to Lawrence Summers -- Cameron Pugh

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As AI leaps forward, concerns rise that innovation is leaving safety behind -- Caitlin Babcock

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As the world fights over Greenland, its people double down on their own values -- As the world clamors for Greenland's rare earth minerals and energy potential, will its people be able to choose their own path? -- Mark Sappenfield

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Mexico takes out most-wanted cartel leader: Why that means nationwide upheaval -- Whitney Eulich

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Why promises of 'iron fist' security are winning support in Latin American elections -- Constance Malleret

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Why I travel: Exploring new lands – and discovering myself -- Robert Klose

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'It's sweet. It's bitter. It's ours.' The chocolate ritual that binds my family. -- Nancy Intrator

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Purpose amid pandemonium: A dad's first year with twin babies -- Zachary Przystup

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Warming up to winter: How I learned to lean into the season -- Samantha Laine Perfas

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Trash night had something to show me. I just had to look up. -- Murr Brewster

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An empty nester's ode to the cycles of laundry – and life -- Danny Heitman

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Life is no mystery -- Kit Cornell Kurtz

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'Thou art my beloved Son' -- Karen Neff

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When looking back holds us back -- Larissa Snorek

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A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE

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One action can inspire many more - By - Monitor Reader - / 1 min

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Who holds Trump accountable for Gaza's future? -- the Monitor's Editorial Board

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Pupil power: Why the US South is seeing education gains -- the Monitor's Editorial Board

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English painter John Constable captured the rhythms of rural life

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Difference Maker -- Via camel, rickshaw, whatever it takes, this nonprofit brings libraries to children

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Shake off the chill with the best books of February

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Readers Respond -- Finding faith in one another

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The Explainer -- How a legal battle in Minnesota could affect refugees

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Difference Maker -- A flood-hit island in India needed a school. He inspired a community to build one.

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'Playmakers' underscores the serious business of making toys

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