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The Christian Science Monitor Daily News Briefing provides an editorially curated perspective on important news of the day. Each issue provides a daily commentary from the editors, abridged versions of five key stories, an Editorial, the Christian Science perspective article, and a Top Headlines column. Insights gained from the Monitor can support and strengthen your prayers for the world. For the latest news and 24/7 access to Monitor content, you can also visit CSMonitor.com.

The spirit of VE Day

The sacrifices of the World War II generation can be honored by continuing to protect the freedom they fought for.

The "foreclosure crisis" that accompanied the Great Recession is over.

Insulting another person's beliefs is not kind or compassionate. But it's protected by the 1st Amendment.

The Ukraine tripwire

As the conflict heats up again, a new factor – a small US training contingent – changes the equation for Russia.

The rise of the Islamic State may be pushing the Taliban toward compromise with the Afghan government.

Listening to Malala

In the three years since she was attacked by the Taliban in Pakistan, Malala Yousafzai has become a renowned global advocate for children's rights.

A lesson of Vietnam

The increasingly warm relationship between Vietnam and the United States shows that the past need not determine the future.

The spirit of Baltimore

Anger and violence don't define Baltimore. The widespread desire to rebuild and reform do.

Nepal, our neighbor

No place on the planet is “exotic.” A tragedy on the other side of the world is a tragedy in our neighborhood.

New technology may allow us to detect earthquakes like those that hit Nepal and save lives.