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Christian Science Monitor - World
'Zootopia 2' is doing very well in the US. It's breaking records in China. -- Disney has struck gold with the "Zootopia" franchise, breaking box-office records in one of the most profitable but challenging movie markets in the world.
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Young Senegalese challenge their country to think – and buy – local -- From cuisine to fashion to politics, Senegal is asserting its independence from its former colonial ruler, France.1 day ago
Letter from Paris: France weighs an end to its four-day school week -- France is considering adopting a five-day school week. It may seem like the French are late to the party, but it actually highlights how their academic priorities differ from those of the U.S. – and how they are shifting now.1 day ago
As US seizes oil tanker, Venezuelans focus on daily survival -- The United States seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, upping pressure on Nicolás Maduro's ouster. But Venezuelans are more focused on their day to day.1 day ago
In a region coveted by Putin, how one targeted city carries on -- Russia's Vladimir Putin has vowed to take all of the mostly occupied Donetsk region either through negotiation or militarily. Even as Ukraine resists ceding territory, how is the city of Sloviansk maintaining morale in the face of a forbidding future?2 days ago
Europe wants Germany to arm up. But do Germans want to take up arms? -- With Europe worried over the threat from Russia, Germany is feeling pressure to lead the way on European defense. Whether Germans themselves are ready to pick up arms is another matter.2 days ago
Why Netanyahu has not reined in surging West Bank settler violence -- In Israeli descriptions of settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, use of the term "Jewish terrorism" has been rising. A plurality of Israelis say the attackers have been handled too leniently. But the settlers have strong allies in the government.3 days ago
In the Himalayas, local 'astro-ambassadors' help protect India's first dark-sky reserve -- In one of the darkest corners of the world, a group of "astro-ambassadors" are making a living off the night sky – and creating a bridge between science and tradition.3 days ago
Trump disparages Somalia. But it is key to US counterterrorism efforts. -- President Trump's recent dehumanizing remarks about Somali Americans play to stereotypes and obscure a complex history.3 days ago
This Pennsylvania boutique keeps foster children clothed in kindness -- The Kindness Project's curated shop provides each new foster child with a week's wardrobe and other items.4 days ago
As joyful Syrians celebrate Liberation Day, their glass is half full -- One year after rebel forces overthrew a dictatorship and ended a long and costly civil war, Syria still faces many challenges. But hopes for the future, and gratitude for newfound freedoms, fueled a day of joyful celebrations.4 days ago
Trump's new national security strategy treats longtime allies as threats -- Donald Trump's new national security strategy turns history on its head, dismissing a Europe it says faces "civilizational erasure" and praising far-right parties that Moscow supports.4 days ago
Netanyahu says second phase of Gaza ceasefire soon to begin -- Israel and Hamas could begin the next phase of the ceasefire as soon as the end of the month, said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a news conference.6 days ago
To project power, and disarm Hezbollah, Lebanese state needs guns and butter -- The government in Beirut has committed itself to disarming Hezbollah and exercising a monopoly over the use of force in Lebanon. But political and economic reforms that curtail the power of corrupt, sectarian elites are no less vital to its success.6 days ago