ZAQS.ORG

Monday, February 23, 2026 4:42 PM ET

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories

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

3 hours ago

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

3 hours ago

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

22 hours ago

As Supreme Court bars some tariffs, Trump imposes new ones -- Laurent Belsie

2 days ago

3 in 5 US undergrads struggle with basic needs. How some colleges are helping. -- Kelly Field

2 days ago

Africa's largest economies are bouncing back. Do locals feel it? -- Ryan Lenora Brown

2 days ago

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

3 days ago

Why did the Supreme Court rule against tariffs? Here's what the justices said. -- Henry Gass

2 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

1 day ago

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

6 hours ago

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

2 days ago

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

2 days ago

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

5 days ago

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

5 days ago

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

9 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

5 days ago

First Look - Israel will begin West Bank land registration in new step to deepen control - By - Melanie Lidman - / 4 min

4 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

10 days ago

Russia is finding post-START arms control a harder, multipolar project -- Fred Weir

10 days ago

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

5 days ago

Remember landline phones? Parents want them back.

3 days ago

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

4 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

12 days ago

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

14 days ago

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

20 days ago

Minneapolis inspires protest songs, from The Boss to Billy Bragg

23 days ago

As AI leaps forward, concerns rise that innovation is leaving safety behind -- A Defense Department dispute with Anthropic and warnings from artificial intelligence researchers have thrust AI safety issues into the spotlight. -- Caitlin Babcock

22 hours ago

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

4 days ago

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

4 days ago

Mexican army kills leader of Jalisco New Generation Cartel, official says -- The U.S. State Department had offered a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to the arrest of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho." -- Associated Press

1 day ago

Ciao Italia! With love from this rookie Olympics reporter. -- Story Hinckley

3 days ago

Medals aside, the women's Olympic freeskate sparkled and soared -- Mark Sappenfield

3 days ago

Oh Canada, the US women won hockey gold, but you won hearts -- Mark Sappenfield

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

11 days ago

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

17 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

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

19 days ago

Letting authenticity take the lead -- Elizabeth Mata

4 hours ago

Christian, scientific prayer: A protest of Truth -- Deborah Peck

3 days ago

Do you expect to love? -- Cher Cofrin

4 days ago

A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE

19 days ago

Pupil power: Why the US South is seeing education gains - Studies in 2025 pointed to declining achievement in foundational reading and math skills among American students. But four states in the South are demonstrating that high standards and elevated expectations can raise performance, despite scarce resources. By - the Monitor's Editorial Board - / 2 min

41 minutes ago

Shake off the chill with the best books of February

3 days ago

Readers Respond -- One action can inspire many more

41 minutes ago

Readers Respond -- Finding faith in one another

3 days ago

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

3 days ago

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

5 days ago

'Playmakers' underscores the serious business of making toys

6 days ago

Chatting with Ben about his – and our – challenges

6 days ago

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

5 days ago

THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WEEKLY

19 days ago

Monitor Daily - Digital $11 - /mo - Subscription benefits include: Unlimited Access to CSMonitor.com and the Monitor Daily web version. The Monitor Daily email. Live conversation events with newsmakers. No advertising. No risk. You can cancel anytime.

19 days ago

Monitor Weekly + Daily - Print + Digital $15 - /mo - Subscription benefits include: All Daily digital benefits. Plus: The Weekly print news magazine delivered to your home.

7 months ago