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Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories

Why island nations are the real winners as UN wraps up -- Dina Kraft

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From the Magazine - A windy corner of New Mexico becomes a launchpad for one of America's fastest-growing jobs - By - Harry Bruinius - / 7 min

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Spiking fuel costs add to burden as Syrians try to rebuild, sparking protests -- Taylor Luck

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From the Magazine - Our world: The week of Sept. 28, 2026 - By - Fred Weir - , Matthew Bell - , Whitney Eulich - , Tim Backshall - / 2 min

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The US wants a Ukraine peace deal. Here's why Russia isn't biting. -- Fred Weir

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Amid scrutiny of Lindsay Clancy juror, some warn of a broader chilling effect -- Cameron Pugh

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Xi and Trump strike friendly tone, but make little progress on thorny issues -- Ann Scott Tyson

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Hoping to push the US away, Iran's strategy is to go on the offensive - Nearly seven months after being attacked, an emboldened Iran is seeking to end the war on its terms. That means forcing U.S. bases out, lifting sanctions, and ending a U.S. naval blockade. By - Scott Peterson - / 5 min

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Hegseth touts tougher soldiers. His wife is leading a push for more care. -- Anna Mulrine Grobe

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Lashing back at Trump at UN, Iranian leader calls US and Israel the aggressors -- Dina Kraft

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Trump is moving fast and breaking things. He could pay in November. -- Donald Trump's muscular approach to presidential power aimed to score big wins for his agenda. Polls suggest voters are largely dissatisfied, from the Iran war to the economy. -- Linda Feldmann

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As MAGA turns toward 'heritage Americans,' Ramaswamy hopes it doesn't leave him out -- Sophie Hills

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Amid calls for AI rules, who in Congress has the tech savvy to help? -- Caitlin Babcock

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Many voters want generational change. Boomer priorities still rule. -- Simon Montlake

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For the first time in three years, Gaza's students head back to school -- A new school year is beginning in Gaza, with many students returning to in-person learning for the first time in three years. -- Ghada Abdulfattah

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'We're going to win,' Netanyahu tells UN summit – and voters back home - By - Ilan Ben Zion - , Dina Kraft - / 3 min

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Why Houthi offensive in Yemen has implications for Mideast and global trade -- Dominique Soguel

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For some Israelis, criticizing the military's conduct in Gaza is beyond the pale -- Ilan Ben Zion

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As China and US race ahead on AI, Europe opts for safe and steady -- Can Europe's values-first approach to AI face up to the economic challenge posed by the progress- and profit-centric models favored in the U.S. and China? -- Mark Sappenfield

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Greenland deal: What did the US and Denmark actually agree to? -- Mark Sappenfield

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After a biopic's success, the French ask: Where's our modern de Gaulle? -- Colette Davidson

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As Russia votes, the Kremlin offers the public few options – or incentives -- Fred Weir

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From the Magazine -- This saxophonist's jazz offers a call and response for Africa

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From the Magazine -- In Canada, a storied travel writer finds a kind of homecoming

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From the Magazine -- A writer chases butterflies, collects life lessons

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Harry Belafonte, a 'radical before it was chic,' sang for justice

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How to maintain 'an informed citizenry' in the age of AI

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'The Small Stuff' urges us to value ordinary delights

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Renoir portraits offer a glimpse into a fleeting world

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'I'm so grateful.' Diners relish high-end food on Pay What You Can day.

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One city thought it had e-bikes all figured out. Not so fast. -- A tech-driven bicycle renaissance is forcing cities and towns to grapple with merging high-speed vehicles into traffic grids and commuter grinds. -- Patrik Jonsson

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Did college boost your income? A federal test puts pressure on schools. -- Ira Porter

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Immigrant's shooting in Texas again raises questions over ICE tactics - By - Sarah Matusek - , Henry Gass - / 4 min

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Trump cites military need for arch. He could be putting armed services in a bad spot. -- Anna Mulrine Grobe

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5 arrested near British air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act -- The British base has been used by American bombers for limited strikes against Iran. Iran has said that bases used to attack it are legitimate targets. -- Pan Pylas

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'I am sorry, I cannot answer that': How China's AI chatbots protect the ruling party - By - Ann Scott Tyson - , Aaron Glantz - / 5 min

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Why older voters could decide Brazil's presidential election -- Constance Malleret

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At UN, Trump again threatens Iran, but suggests end of war is near -- Dina Kraft

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On the 6:09 train, a traditional sound brings reflection -- Ben Corn

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Everyone has a 9/11 story. This is mine, from behind the lens. -- Melanie Stetson Freeman

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A walk in the rain -- Robert Klose

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Joyful collaboration -- Octavia McBride-Ahebee

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Gators invade the suburbs -- Zachary Przystup

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Rescue at the library -- Murr Brewster

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The Shepherd will show you

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Prayers after protection

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Boundless Love - By - Kit Cornell Kurtz - / 1 min

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Seizing opportunity from Kennedy Center drama - Despite closure of a national cultural symbol for the United States, some see possibilities to expand creativity and connection through the arts. By - the Monitor's Editorial Board - / 3 min

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