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Christian Science Monitor - Opinion

In today's wars, music is a universal balm -- From the conflict in Gaza to the war in Ukraine, civilians fight off fear and find unity in concerts performed amid the violence.

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What is not going to change -- When life feels uncertain, we can let divine law ground us – replacing anxiety with inspiration and opportunity, as a couple experienced after a job layoff.

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Africans go all in on civic participation -- Rich or poor, rural or urban, citizens in many African countries are engaging at the ballot box – and with each other. Sustained joint action is deepening democracy's roots across the continent.

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Loss and sadness flee -- We can turn to God, Spirit, for inspiration that heals grief.

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Ukraine's big powers at big-power talks -- The purpose of the Trump-Putin summit has shifted as Ukraine shows how small countries can learn to play to their strengths.

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Seeing ourselves from a spiritual basis -- Recognizing our true substance as spiritual, rather than physical, opens the door to healing.

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Albanians cheer corruption cleanup -- With popular support – and help from European neighbors – Albania's leaders are making inroads against transnational crime and government graft, and deepening democratic roots.

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The certainty that eliminates uncertainty -- Because God, good, is ever present, we can be confident that no matter what the world throws at us, we are never walking alone.

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When the going gets tough, the tough give -- An era of budget cuts and tax changes is a test for American generosity. Yet the spirit of giving finds its way.

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'It's your turn' -- From debilitating stage fright, to never again experiencing performance anxiety – yes, a young woman experienced, such growth is really possible.

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'From the American people': Promises and drawbacks of US aid -- For the U.S. to learn from the limits or failures of some USAID projects, it is instructive to recall that the successes have built on respectful listening and genuine partnership.

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For Eurasian foes, peace over reprisal -- An accord between Armenia and Azerbaijan can help a conflict-ridden region move beyond a history of ethnic hostility and toward economic progress.

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Living in the kingdom of God, here and now -- A glimpse of our spirituality can bring immediate healing.

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Atoning for France's imperial past -- From planning to recognize a Palestinian state to making amends toward former colonies, the French president brings a measure of humility in looking hard at atrocities.

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