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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.

Toward a more peaceful Islam

Mainstream Islam and jihadist Islam are in a doctrinal war. Voices in the mainstream are beginning to speak up.

A global war for freedom

Countering violent extremism doesn't end at the borders of Europe or the United States.

Europe's long-term hope

The conflict over Islam, identity, and western values in Europe is happening at the fringes.

Freedom's unmatched power

Standing up to those who seek to stifle free speech is a natural impulse. But freedom is quite capable of defending itself.

Global village, golden rule

Yesterday's terror attack in Paris is part of a culture clash that has accelerated in the Internet age.

Consumers have something to smile about. But Saudi oil policy may have international consequences.

A new view in Europe?

The euro was designed to forge a tighter European economic union. That idea may be losing support.

A nation with potential

Mexico faces economic, political, and security challenges. But it is a big country with big advantages.

The small Arab hope

Tunisia is progressing because Tunisians are building democracy from the bottom up.

Resolved: A better 2015

A new year opens a new chapter in the continuing story of human progress.