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Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories

A weakened Iran and a flexing America maneuver in run-up to pivotal talks -- Scott Peterson

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With missile stockpiles low and tensions with Iran high, US moves to increase weapons -- Anna Mulrine Grobe

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As firewall between White House and DOJ erodes, Americans are losing trust -- Henry Gass

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A 'Reagan conservative' explains why he resigned from the federal judiciary -- Henry Gass

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With US-Russia nuclear arms pact expiring, new players like China pose challenges -- Ned Temko

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As global trade splinters, India finds leverage -- Aakash Hassan

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As tech companies race to build data centers, more communities are pushing back -- Simon Montlake

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Congress ends the shutdown. Now, Democrats eye immigration enforcement reforms. -- Caitlin Babcock

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In southeastern Ukraine's bitter cold, troops try to halt relentless Russian advance -- Dominique Soguel

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What's a 'Yinzer'? Our reporters' roundtable with Gov. Josh Shapiro. -- Josh Shapiro's book tour may be laying the groundwork for a presidential run. At an event with reporters, the governor also showed his Pennsylvania roots. -- Linda Feldmann

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Why rising antisemitism pushes Josh Shapiro 'to be more open about my faith' -- Sophie Hills

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In Minnesota and Maine, Trump administration signals a shift on immigration -- Cameron Pugh

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Rahm Emanuel for president? A Monitor event with Chicago's former mayor. -- Linda Feldmann

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As US forces build in Middle East, Trump and Iran are locked in a staredown -- Amassing military forces and bolstered by Iran's perceived vulnerability, President Donald Trump says "time is running out." Replying with threats of its own, the Islamic Republic is trying to restore its deterrence. -- Scott Peterson

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A US-backed Israel-Syria deal seems close. Why Israel has lingering concerns. -- Shoshanna Solomon

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After thousands died in crackdown, Iran is trying to change the narrative -- Scott Peterson

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Syria's army is dimming Kurds' dreams of autonomy, as the US looks on -- Taylor Luck

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US immigration crackdown has Europeans rethinking 'America' -- The immigration crackdown in Minnesota is hastening the erosion of Europeans' esteem for their long-time ally under President Donald Trump. -- Colette Davidson

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To keep Trump out of Greenland, Europe asks itself: 'How far can we really go?' -- Mark Sappenfield

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Their glaciers shrinking, Central Asian nations find a way to share water wealth -- Alexander Thompson

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Ukrainians want justice for Russian abuses. But they sense an era of impunity. -- Howard LaFranchi

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

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Minneapolis inspires protest songs, from The Boss to Billy Bragg

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In Oscar-nominated 'One Battle After Another,' a message for a troubled America?

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Southeastern Spain has a dry landscape. Sensor technology is bearing fruit.

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In Hawaii, climbing Diamond Head is the height of delight

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Women seek paths to equality within Latino Christian church leadership

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'We have to move with the times': The cloistered life isn't cellphone-free

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Is AI art an oxymoron? From Tilly Norwood to Breaking Rust, 2025 showed hints of future.

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Beyond Minneapolis, claims of excessive force by immigration agents are rising -- In cases that haven't gotten a national spotlight, U.S. citizens and legal residents say they've been tackled, kicked, or injured by federal immigration enforcement personnel. -- Cameron Pugh

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Goodbye, granola bars. Hello, whole milk. How MAHA is reshaping school programs. -- Ira Porter

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Vision and vibe: New smart glasses offer our reporter a glimpse of future computing -- Laurent Belsie

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Largest batch yet of Epstein files released. They may not satisfy. -- Eric Tucker, Michael R. Sisak, and Alanna Durkin Richer

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Venezuela hopes oil revival will ease economic woes. People want political change, too. -- President Donald Trump and Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodríguez are banking on oil for the success of their political futures. But that may not be enough for Venezuelans who want more than just economic relief. -- Whitney Eulich

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By building a bridge to Detroit, Canada eyes a future less dependent on US - By - Sara Miller Llana - , Cameron Pugh - / 6 min

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Why I love the Winter Olympics -- Mark Sappenfield

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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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Full hearts, fresh starts: Five writers share their New Year's traditions -- Monitor Contributors

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Joy to the world! Concocting Christmas cheer, over the years. -- Murr Brewster

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The gift of no big gift: The year I thought Christmas would be ruined -- Charles Davis

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God: The great doer -- Madeline Cassidy

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'Cause me to hear ...' -- Jennifer McLaughlin

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Facing political pressure with spiritual strength -- Abraham McLaughlin

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A glint of liberation for Venezuela - The country is gradually releasing political prisoners. But some say a recent offer of "amnesty" implies they have broken the law – when, in fact, they have been exercising legitimate democratic rights. By - the Monitor's Editorial Board - / 2 min

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Cover Story -- 2026 Winter Olympics are set to soar. Here are the faces to watch.

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An Olympic spirit of discipline – and love

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