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A report on the Iran nuclear talks from our reporter on the ground in Baghdad2012-05-23T21:55:04+01:00
A report on the Iran nuclear talks from our reporter on the ground in Baghdad 
Hopes fade for progress at Iran nuclear talks in Baghdad www.csmonitor.com Iranian officials say practically no sanctions relief was placed on the table by Western powers in response to Iranian concessions over its nuclear...
Hopes fade for progress at Iran nuclear talks in Baghdad www.csmonitor.com Iranian officials say practically no sanctions relief was placed on the table by Western powers in response to Iranian concessions over its nuclear... We won't try to hide it, we love the creativity of the Google doodles. And today...2012-05-23T20:37:45+01:00
We won't try to hide it, we love the creativity of the Google doodles. And today you can actually play the synthesizer on Google's home page in honor of its creator Bob Moog. Tell us what tune you choose! 
Bob Moog: How to play the Moog doodle www.csmonitor.com Google celebrates Bob Moog's legacy with a fully playable synthesizer. Here's what you need to know in order to play your favorites (and real synthesizers).
Bob Moog: How to play the Moog doodle www.csmonitor.com Google celebrates Bob Moog's legacy with a fully playable synthesizer. Here's what you need to know in order to play your favorites (and real synthesizers). The photo gallery from this week's cover story, focused on helping individuals a...2012-05-23T19:20:36+01:00
The photo gallery from this week's cover story, focused on helping individuals as they transition from prison to freedom and shrinking the overcrowding problem in US prisons. 
When prison doors swing open www.csmonitor.com The Christian Science Monitor is an international news organization that delivers thoughtful, global coverage via its website, weekly magazine, daily news briefing, and email newsletters.
When prison doors swing open www.csmonitor.com The Christian Science Monitor is an international news organization that delivers thoughtful, global coverage via its website, weekly magazine, daily news briefing, and email newsletters. Become a caption writer for a day. Try describing this Reuters photo in one or t...2012-05-23T17:07:55+01:00
Become a caption writer for a day. Try describing this Reuters photo in one or two lines. You can vote for your favorite by clicking on 'Like.' If you want to read the photo's original caption, check out this link: http://bit.ly/jcXcX2 
OPED: The role of Islam in government is a big question in today's presidential...2012-05-23T16:00:06+01:00
OPED: The role of Islam in government is a big question in today's presidential election in Egypt. Political Sociologist Mahmood Delkhasteh and comparative Islamic law expert Hassan Rezaei explain how a freedom-based interpretation of sharia can support democracy. 
Egypt elections: Sharia can support democracy www.csmonitor.com In Egypt elections for president today, the role of Islam in government is a big question. But a freedom-based interpretation of sharia can support...
Egypt elections: Sharia can support democracy www.csmonitor.com In Egypt elections for president today, the role of Islam in government is a big question. But a freedom-based interpretation of sharia can support... The world's largest movie theatre chain has been created, thanks to a Chinese co...2012-05-23T14:39:31+01:00
The world's largest movie theatre chain has been created, thanks to a Chinese conglomerate. With more options for movies at home, how often do you go out to the movies? 
Big-screen blockbuster: Chinese conglomerate gobbles up AMC chain www.csmonitor.com In what some are calling a $2.6 billion prestige play, China's big fish Wanda is swallowing AMC to create the world's largest theater chain despite the steady decline in the US industry.
Big-screen blockbuster: Chinese conglomerate gobbles up AMC chain www.csmonitor.com In what some are calling a $2.6 billion prestige play, China's big fish Wanda is swallowing AMC to create the world's largest theater chain despite the steady decline in the US industry.
What's your Web browser of choice and why? 
Google Chrome edges out Internet Explorer. Will the lead last? ow.ly Google Chrome has dethroned Microsoft's Internet Explorer, according to a new report.
Google Chrome edges out Internet Explorer. Will the lead last? ow.ly Google Chrome has dethroned Microsoft's Internet Explorer, according to a new report.
What do you think? 
Five things Ron Paul wants from the Republican National Convention www.csmonitor.com It looks as if Ron Paul is going to be an active participant in the Republican National Convention in Tampa this August. Here’s our take on the five things Paul hopes to gain from staying within his party’s tent in 2012.
Five things Ron Paul wants from the Republican National Convention www.csmonitor.com It looks as if Ron Paul is going to be an active participant in the Republican National Convention in Tampa this August. Here’s our take on the five things Paul hopes to gain from staying within his party’s tent in 2012. If you have kids in the house, are you talking with them about Internet safety?...2012-05-22T23:15:06+01:00
If you have kids in the house, are you talking with them about Internet safety? Studies say they are eager for advice. 
Parent engagement, not policing, best policy for Internet use www.csmonitor.com Parent engagement, not harsh policing may be the best policy for Internet use, according to a recent study of the habits and techniques of...
Parent engagement, not policing, best policy for Internet use www.csmonitor.com Parent engagement, not harsh policing may be the best policy for Internet use, according to a recent study of the habits and techniques of... Have you tried out our redesigned our weekly edition in print? Let us know what...2012-05-22T23:10:27+01:00
Have you tried out our redesigned our weekly edition in print? Let us know what you think. Subscribe to The Christian Science Monitor and get 19 FREE ISSUES! w1.buysub.com Combining the best of the Monitor’s international and national reporting, in-depth features, photo essays, commentary and more into a weekly...
What is it like to fly 10 combat missions a day, risking your life repeatedly to...2012-05-22T21:55:04+01:00
What is it like to fly 10 combat missions a day, risking your life repeatedly to help save others? A pilot from the Air Force’s 34th Weapons Squadron’s Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) team offers a firsthand look at the Afghan war and its toll on US forces. 
Two harrowing US military rescues offer haunting portrait of Afghan war www.csmonitor.com Rescue pilots in Afghanistan describe flying five to 10 combat missions a day, on constant alert. Describing one mission, for which he was awarded...
Two harrowing US military rescues offer haunting portrait of Afghan war www.csmonitor.com Rescue pilots in Afghanistan describe flying five to 10 combat missions a day, on constant alert. Describing one mission, for which he was awarded... 2012-05-22T20:19:03+01:00
Hope, resiliency, and unity mark the Joplin tornado anniversary www.csmonitor.com One the worst tornadoes in US history hit Joplin a year ago. The Missouri city has good reason to now celebrate its path to recovery. The case has attracted attention as an example of how the Chinese legal system c...2012-05-22T19:07:14+01:00
The case has attracted attention as an example of how the Chinese legal system can be influenced by public sentiment. 
In China, public outcry softens sentence for Wu Ying www.csmonitor.com China's Twitter users went wild Tuesday after a court overturned the most controversial death sentence here in recent memory.
In China, public outcry softens sentence for Wu Ying www.csmonitor.com China's Twitter users went wild Tuesday after a court overturned the most controversial death sentence here in recent memory. Can you imagine former NASA employees going to work for private rocket companies...2012-05-22T17:39:57+01:00
Can you imagine former NASA employees going to work for private rocket companies and an entire new US industry of shuttling cargo or exploring other planets opening up in future years? 
SpaceX launch: private industry inspires new generation of rocketeers www.csmonitor.com SpaceX launch a reminder that NASA isn't the only game in town anymore. Aspiring engineers, rocket designers, space geeks look to 'New Space' companies to boldly go where only governments used to go.
SpaceX launch: private industry inspires new generation of rocketeers www.csmonitor.com SpaceX launch a reminder that NASA isn't the only game in town anymore. Aspiring engineers, rocket designers, space geeks look to 'New Space' companies to boldly go where only governments used to go. Afghan President Karzai told CNN, "Afghanistan has moved forward, and Afghanista...2012-05-22T16:27:53+01:00
Afghan President Karzai told CNN, "Afghanistan has moved forward, and Afghanistan will defend itself. And the progress that we have achieved, the Afghan people will not allow it to be put back or reversed." 
Chicago NATO summit sets stage for Afghan withdrawal www.csmonitor.com With France set to leave at the end of 2012, and the rest of NATO out by 2014, the question is whether Afghanistan's own forces can meet the challenge.
Chicago NATO summit sets stage for Afghan withdrawal www.csmonitor.com With France set to leave at the end of 2012, and the rest of NATO out by 2014, the question is whether Afghanistan's own forces can meet the challenge. Today's historic mission to the International Space Station marks the first time...2012-05-22T15:13:02+01:00
Today's historic mission to the International Space Station marks the first time a commercial company has sent a craft to dock with the orbiting outpost. 
With SpaceX launch, more than cargo is riding on space station mission www.csmonitor.com The Falcon 9 rocket and the Dragon capsule are the bread and butter of SpaceX, which hopes for more contracts with NASA and others to ferry things – and people – to and from space.
With SpaceX launch, more than cargo is riding on space station mission www.csmonitor.com The Falcon 9 rocket and the Dragon capsule are the bread and butter of SpaceX, which hopes for more contracts with NASA and others to ferry things – and people – to and from space. Neil Gaiman, commencement speaker: Do you recall your college commencement speak...2012-05-22T12:30:21+01:00
Neil Gaiman, commencement speaker: Do you recall your college commencement speaker and what his or her message was? 
Neil Gaiman: one of this year's best commencement speakers (+ video) ow.ly Neil Gaiman told students at the University of the Arts: 'Old rules are crumbling and nobody knows what the new rules are, so make up your own rules.'
Neil Gaiman: one of this year's best commencement speakers (+ video) ow.ly Neil Gaiman told students at the University of the Arts: 'Old rules are crumbling and nobody knows what the new rules are, so make up your own rules.'
What do you think can be done to improve the criminal justice system? 
What causes wrongful convictions? Lies, mistaken eyewitnesses top the list. www.csmonitor.com Researchers examined 873 wrongful convictions and found that perjury or false accusations were responsible for more than half. New report offers insight into what leads to miscarriages of justice.
What causes wrongful convictions? Lies, mistaken eyewitnesses top the list. www.csmonitor.com Researchers examined 873 wrongful convictions and found that perjury or false accusations were responsible for more than half. New report offers insight into what leads to miscarriages of justice. A Monday editorial cartoon by Jeff Stahler on the state of living arrangements f...2012-05-21T21:46:07+01:00
A Monday editorial cartoon by Jeff Stahler on the state of living arrangements for some American families. 
Pastor Joseph says of Haitians and his group's rebuilding efforts, "You have the...2012-05-21T20:37:13+01:00
Pastor Joseph says of Haitians and his group's rebuilding efforts, "You have the responsibility to look after your own life, and you can't wait for someone else to help you live." 
Jean Enock Joseph teaches self-help to lift Haiti www.csmonitor.com Pastor Jean Enock Joseph doesn't shy from Haiti's toughest problems. His message: Haitians have the ability to help themselves.
Jean Enock Joseph teaches self-help to lift Haiti www.csmonitor.com Pastor Jean Enock Joseph doesn't shy from Haiti's toughest problems. His message: Haitians have the ability to help themselves. Another Chinese human rights lawyer said, "Lawyers serve society and the country...2012-05-21T18:45:48+01:00
Another Chinese human rights lawyer said, "Lawyers serve society and the country, not a party. They should abide by the law and respect facts, not be government employees." 
The difficulty of supporting activists such as Chen Guangchen in China www.csmonitor.com Being a qualified lawyer gives lawyers who support activists such as Chen Guangchen a measure of protection, but they are still vulnerable to all kinds of official pressure.
The difficulty of supporting activists such as Chen Guangchen in China www.csmonitor.com Being a qualified lawyer gives lawyers who support activists such as Chen Guangchen a measure of protection, but they are still vulnerable to all kinds of official pressure. After winning in Minnesota, Ron Paul said in a statement, "We will continue to t...2012-05-21T17:03:48+01:00
After winning in Minnesota, Ron Paul said in a statement, "We will continue to take leadership positions, win delegates, and carry a strong message to the Republican National Convention that Liberty is the way of the future." 
Ron Paul 'bloodless coup' in Minnesota takes most delegates. Now what? www.csmonitor.com Ron Paul won 12 of 13 delegates in Minnesota's state GOP convention. If Mitt Romney has the nomination all but tied up and Paul has effectively ended his campaign, why continue the fight?
Ron Paul 'bloodless coup' in Minnesota takes most delegates. Now what? www.csmonitor.com Ron Paul won 12 of 13 delegates in Minnesota's state GOP convention. If Mitt Romney has the nomination all but tied up and Paul has effectively ended his campaign, why continue the fight? Crisis in Syria: "Even before yesterday's clashes, north Lebanon has seen a brea...2012-05-21T16:00:15+01:00
Crisis in Syria: "Even before yesterday's clashes, north Lebanon has seen a breakdown of stability as a result of the upheaval in Syria seeping across the border." 
Syrian spillover: Beirut sees worst clashes in four years www.csmonitor.com The killing of a Sunni cleric at a Lebanese Army checkpoint yesterday ignited widespread protests among aggrieved Sunnis.
Syrian spillover: Beirut sees worst clashes in four years www.csmonitor.com The killing of a Sunni cleric at a Lebanese Army checkpoint yesterday ignited widespread protests among aggrieved Sunnis. Did you buy shares of Facebook as it went public on Friday? You've got some inte...2012-05-20T21:00:38+01:00
Did you buy shares of Facebook as it went public on Friday? You've got some interesting company. 
Facebook stock: 6 intriguing investors www.csmonitor.com Facebook stock will make many people suddenly wealthy when it begins trading this Friday. The company is expected to be valued somewhere around...
Facebook stock: 6 intriguing investors www.csmonitor.com Facebook stock will make many people suddenly wealthy when it begins trading this Friday. The company is expected to be valued somewhere around... OPED: Frances G. Burwell and Svante Cornell suggest three steps to help hit the...2012-05-20T19:02:47+01:00
OPED: Frances G. Burwell and Svante Cornell suggest three steps to help hit the reset button on US/Russian economic relations as tensions rise over Russian President Vladimir Putin's absence at the G8 summit. 
3 ways the US can start an economic 'reset' with Russia www.csmonitor.com After Russian President Vladimir Putin canceled his trip to Camp David for the G8 Summit this weekend, tensions between Russia and the US are...
3 ways the US can start an economic 'reset' with Russia www.csmonitor.com After Russian President Vladimir Putin canceled his trip to Camp David for the G8 Summit this weekend, tensions between Russia and the US are...
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US prison inmates returning to society: How will they be received? www.csmonitor.com States, eager to save money and adopt alternatives to incarceration, release inmates in record numbers. Is society ready for the surge?
US prison inmates returning to society: How will they be received? www.csmonitor.com States, eager to save money and adopt alternatives to incarceration, release inmates in record numbers. Is society ready for the surge? Want to learn to fix what you have instead of buying new? Repair cafes might be...2012-05-20T17:02:47+01:00
Want to learn to fix what you have instead of buying new? Repair cafes might be the answer. 
'Repair Cafes' reject a 'toss it out' culture www.csmonitor.com At Dutch 'Repair Cafes' folks come together to fix – or learn how to fix – their own broken stuff.
'Repair Cafes' reject a 'toss it out' culture www.csmonitor.com At Dutch 'Repair Cafes' folks come together to fix – or learn how to fix – their own broken stuff. The second leg of the triple crown begins in a couple of hours. Here's our updat...2012-05-19T21:00:33+01:00
The second leg of the triple crown begins in a couple of hours. Here's our update on a few favorites to watch. 
Preakness Stakes: Who to watch in the second leg of the Triple Crown www.csmonitor.com Preakness Stakes: The Kentucky Derby winner, I'll Have Another, will once again face Bodemeister this Saturday. Who else should you watch at the...
Preakness Stakes: Who to watch in the second leg of the Triple Crown www.csmonitor.com Preakness Stakes: The Kentucky Derby winner, I'll Have Another, will once again face Bodemeister this Saturday. Who else should you watch at the... Super hero flicks are ready to save the day as the film industry gears up for su...2012-05-19T17:00:32+01:00
Super hero flicks are ready to save the day as the film industry gears up for summer blockbuster season. What's on your summer viewing list? 
Superheroes arrive to rescue ... Hollywood? www.csmonitor.com Box office analysts say 'The Avengers' is only the beginning of potential blockbusters for the summer season.
Superheroes arrive to rescue ... Hollywood? www.csmonitor.com Box office analysts say 'The Avengers' is only the beginning of potential blockbusters for the summer season.