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Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories

Trump's Board of Peace meets, facing wariness and an immediate test: Gaza -- Howard LaFranchi

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In response to Trump's foreign policy strategy, U.S. allies try 'de-risking' -- Ned Temko

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How does a reporter in Uganda cover elections when the internet goes out? -- Sophie Neiman

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When governments pull the plug on dissent, citizens from Iran to Uganda fight to stay online - By - Ryan Lenora Brown - , Whitney Eulich - , Scott Peterson - , Valentina Gil - , Sophie Neiman - , Aakash Hassan - / 6 min

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Democratic governors take on Trump – with an eye to 2028 -- Linda Feldmann

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Is Instagram addictive? Mark Zuckerberg faces questions in court. -- Simon Montlake

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India has the potential to be an AI powerhouse. Can it make the leap from IT? -- Aakash Hassan

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The Explainer - How a legal battle in Minnesota could affect refugees - By - Sarah Matusek - / 7 min

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Peru's pillars for a civic rebuild -- the Monitor's Editorial Board

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One action can inspire many more -- Monitor Reader

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Finding faith in one another -- Monitor Reader

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'Bittersweet': Olympians reflect on the motivation of fourth-place finishes - A fraction of a second can be the difference between having your name marked in the Olympic history books and, well, not. By - Story Hinckley - / 6 min

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At the end of a trying Olympics, Mikaela Shiffrin won more than slalom gold -- Mark Sappenfield

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Now the Olympic pressure is on Mikaela Shiffrin. How can she handle it? -- Mark Sappenfield

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In Minneapolis, Native Americans see racial targeting patterns – and push back -- Support for tribal members has surged across the Twin Cities, as Native Americans allege incidents of targeting during immigration raids there. -- 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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Is Trump's Teflon fading? Amid slumping polls, the president faces new pushback. -- Linda Feldmann

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In Gaza, Israel's creeping Yellow Line takes Palestinians' land, and lives - The yellow cement blocks demarcating Israeli-held territory in Gaza were supposed to mark a temporary armistice line. But with the ceasefire process stalled, the blocks keep moving deeper into Gaza, making Palestinians feel more closed in, and trapped. 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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First Look - Israel will begin West Bank land registration in new step to deepen control - By - Melanie Lidman - / 4 min

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On anniversary of revolution, has brutality broken Iran's social contract? -- Scott Peterson

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With Russia grinding closer, Ukrainians weigh the cost of land for peace -- For the Ukrainian public, the idea of giving up territory for peace is anathema – unless security against future Russian aggression is guaranteed. -- 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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Russia is finding post-START arms control a harder, multipolar project -- Fred Weir

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Epstein fallout in Europe contrasts muted reaction in US -- Jill Lawless

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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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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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In Cuba, is Trump seeking ouster of Communist leaders, or of China's presence? -- Deteriorating conditions in a Cuba cut off from Venezuelan oil are feeding a debate in Washington: Regime change or a deal? Experts say the latter is more likely, while a bigger strategic goal might be to curb China's presence on the island. -- Howard LaFranchi

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US military boards another oil tanker in Indian Ocean, tracked from Caribbean -- Ben Finley

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Rubio's speech to European allies takes softer tone but keeps firm stance -- Matthew Lee, Emma Burrows, and Geir Moulson

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ICE official says officers appear to have lied regarding shooting of immigrant -- Christian Martinez

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U.S. bobsled triumph points to a new golden age for women over 40 -- Mark Sappenfield

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Japan makes history in pairs figure skating. So do many Russian-born skaters. -- Story Hinckley

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On a perfect Italian day, three skiers offer a perfect Olympic moment -- Mark Sappenfield

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

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Do you expect to love? -- Cher Cofrin

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God's wisdom wins -- Elaina Simpson

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Are some people evil? -- Jenny Sawyer

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A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE

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A new climate norm: Less carbon, continued growth - Romania is the latest democracy to demonstrate that a country can reduce pollution without reducing economic growth – or using restrictive governance. When political systems enable innovation and accountability, citizens benefit. By - the Monitor's Editorial Board - / 2 min

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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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Chatting with Ben about his – and our – challenges

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Cover Story -- America at 250: What would Ben Franklin say? Reenactors aim to spark reflection.

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The Explainer -- A guide to the Epstein files: Will any new charges result?

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