Europe seeks new solution after migrant surge in Spanish enclave

EU ministers are holding an an emergency meeting to discuss how to respond to the migration surge in the Spanish territory of Ceuta in north Africa.

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Iran’s war – on its homefront

Despite a surge of executions to instill fear of further protests, rare public defiance of the regime reveals widespread dissent, even against the nuclear program.

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Wisconsin governor’s race tests limits of Democrats’ leftward shift

After years of Republican rule, Wisconsin Democrats are testing whether a democratic socialist is a viable candidate for governor in a swing state.

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What the new ‘Spider-Man’ teaches us about starting anew

Amid the crime-fighting action, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” also asks what it really means to grow up or to make fresh starts – for us as well as for Peter Parker.

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How US-Saudi deal could encourage other countries to consider nuclear weapons

In the wake of the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal, other countries are asking whether they, too, need to develop nuclear power and even weapons.

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Plot twist! Gen Z powers record box-office, from ‘Obsession’ to ‘Spider-Man’

When box office sales plummeted during the pandemic, conventional wisdom held that members of Gen Z might not return to the movie theater. Instead, young people are both creating hit content and filli...

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Parents turn to AI as their kids weigh college selection

Parents say AI is helping families navigate the myriad choices in their children’s college search.

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End of temporary status for Haitians in US sets off scramble for options

The loss of temporary status for some 350,000 Haitian and Syrian immigrants has families weighing other options, which generally don’t include returning to their troubled countries.

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Beyond Lincoln, the cheesy ‘horseshoe’ sandwich is Springfield’s pride and joy

More than 30 restaurants in the capital city of Illinois serve the “horseshoe” sandwich, a concoction of meat and fries, slathered in cheese sauce. One eatery serves nearly 1,000 a day.

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Uruguay offers a cooperative answer to the global housing shortage

As affordability and housing crises grow worldwide, Uruguay's decades-old cooperative housing model is gaining new attention.

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A rollback of rights, or an imperfect step forward? India amends transgender rights act.

India has changed the process for how individuals identify their gender, sparking protests and court challenges. The government says this amendment is about ensuring that benefits reach the right peop...

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US military is taking drone lessons from wars in Ukraine, Middle East

A look at the evolving capabilities of drones and how the U.S. military is copying tactics from wars in Ukraine and Iran to change how troops fight.

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AI’s boost to enterprise, innovation, and jobs

An upsurge in business startups in the U.S. – assisted by affordable artificial intelligence – points to opportunities for Americans, challenging old ideas about what is possible.

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Boldly going in different directions? US and Russia diverge on joint space plans.

U.S.-Russia space cooperation, a success story of the Cold War, could be under threat if a new agreement can't be reached.

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Recess for office workers: Why not?

To promote the official birthday of the nonprofit where I work, I strung a festive banner above the entrance to my office building. It created a li

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Democrats’ surging left wing faces a test in Michigan: Older Black voters

Tuesday’s primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat is serving as a proxy battle over the Democratic Party’s future. How it all plays out could shape the 2028 presidential race.

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Parents in prison: New ways to sustain family bonds

The increasing incarceration of women – often for minor, nonviolent offenses – carries a high human cost. There is a shift toward alternatives that balance accountability with the right of children to...

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After a brief pause, the Iran war might be expanding

Once again, the United States and Iran are exchanging direct fire in the Middle East, raising the stakes for the region.

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‘A more perfect union’: How some use faith to prompt reflection on America’s ideals

A group of pastors in Colorado brings together people to discuss the role of faith in America’s founding as a way to reflect on the nation’s 250th birthday.

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Bringing religion to bear on public policy debates

Mike Pence’s “What Conservatives Believe” and Raphael Warnock’s “The Crooked Places Made Straight” draw on their reading of Scripture, bringing a religious perspective to policy debates.

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How Japan’s ‘Iron Lady’ is navigating a tough first year

After a long fight to become Japan’s first woman prime minister, Takaichi Sanae has faced economic pressures, challenges to the U.S.-Japan security partnership, and tensions with China.

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Manchester election tests British leader’s plan to give more power to cities

The new British prime minister wants to give more power to regions across England and help restore faith in democracy among disillusioned voters.

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Here’s where Trump has canceled wind farms – and how states are pushing back

President Donald Trump directed the U.S. government to pay billions to stop wind energy projects from going forward. In response, states have sued.

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A US agency listed an AI immigration tool online. The disclosure vanished after our inquiry.

Information about an AI tool the U.S. government was developing to help vet immigrant children’s sponsors disappeared from an agency’s registry after the Monitor asked about it.

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College grads face a global squeeze on entry-level jobs

Unemployment is stubbornly high for young workers in major economies. How young people are charting next steps.

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How Ukraine’s long-range drones are changing what’s possible in war with Russia

The latest story of the Ukraine war has been the shift – on the battlefield, and in the adversaries’ minds – wrought by Ukraine’s drone strikes deep into Russia. The goal is to pave a path to a diplom...

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‘This is our land’: Why one woman fights to expel South Africa’s migrants

Poverty, hopelessness, and political manipulation are pushing many South Africans into a violent movement against migrants.

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Finding liberty in a Chinese prison

A Christian pastor attributes his July release to both prayer and political pressure. His freedom began in a recognition of a spiritual reality that most Americans acknowledge.

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For Seattle’s public space manager, children’s playtime is serious business

Seattle has become a national leader in the Play Streets movement, allowing residents to temporarily close a neighborhood block to vehicle traffic and give children the right of way.

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How improved fire suppression may be fueling Europe’s megafires

In parts of Europe this summer, wildfires have been burning out of control. And the season is only about halfway finished so far.

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