The Christian Science Monitor

Corruption rises near the top of voter concerns – a rare midterm twist

Alongside the economy and gas prices, voters from both parties say government corruption is a top issue. Candidates are running ads and talking about the…

Israel’s Arab voters hug their civic rights

With a record turnout in an election resulting in unprecedented representation in parliament, Israeli Arabs embrace their democracy, hoping to end discrim…

As US offers Ukraine peace plan, Russia grinds away on battlefield

The United States may be pushing a peace plan for Ukraine and Russia, but neither country seems interested in discussing it – especially Russia.

As the influencer economy expands, colleges are offering instruction

Colleges are adding content creation programs to attract students.

He befriended a backyard deer. She taught him life lessons.

In Venezuela, María Corina Machado’s return tests a fragile transition

As Venezuela transitions from the ouster of its authoritarian leaders, the return of María Corina Machado could alter the course of politics in the South…

Young male voters are moving away from Trump’s GOP. But will they vote?

Trump won a majority of young male voters two years ago, fueling his return to the White House. Now, many of those same young men are saying they will vot…

After purges, China’s Central Committee praises the party’s ‘rigorous self-governance’

The Chinese Communist Party’s top members wrapped up their annual summit Thursday, with noticeably leaner ranks.

Social media surveillance case faces uncertainty after judge’s death

Three labor unions say government review of immigrants’ social media feeds violates the First Amendment. A federal judge who wrote “I agree” has died.

Controversial but still in command: Why Pete Hegseth’s tenure is being tested

Despite bipartisan criticism, Pete Hegseth has kept his job. But tensions with President Donald Trump and backlash over the war in Iran may cloud his futu…

What keeps polling experts up at night ahead of Election Day

Social media amplifies political polls more than ever, but pollsters still worry about whom they’re missing.

For Bakersfield residents, Dolores Huerta holds lessons for today

Calls to continue Dolores Huerta’s advocacy for workers – and her promotion of voting – follow her death.

Here’s what could follow Israel’s bitterly contested elections

There are three main options for Israel’s political path forward. None would be simple or easy.

Serbia’s student movement has won. What happens now?

Serbia’s elections may have resulted in shock, but the incoming Student List bloc says it won’t be revolutionary as it brings about promised change.

Metals lure miners to Minnesota. That’s a risk for a pristine wilderness.

Mining and wilderness define this pristine area of Minnesota. But with so many hungry for critical resources, a question is whether, and how, they can coe…

Israelis fly home for ‘most important election we’ve ever had’

Democracy. The Hamas attack. Wars in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran. Netanyahu’s long tenure. For Israelis returning home to vote, the list of momentous issues i…

Brewers and Rays bring big World Series drama with smaller payrolls

The World Series is off to a rollicking start featuring the small-market Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays.

Like the Israeli electorate, Russian-speaking voters are divided about these elections

A younger generation of Russian-speaking immigrants in Israel is getting ready to vote, many for the first time.