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Heading into the Republican nominating convention next week, the Democratic Party is still roiled over whether to rally behind the president or quickly find a replacement. Thursday’s press conference didn’t settle the matter. Also: today’s stories, including Portugal’s success battling drug addiction, how Paris Olympic preparations are affecting th…
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Ever since Hamas triggered the calamitous war in Gaza, questions have swirled. Among them: How could it win? Today it sees victory at hand, and its ambitions are soaring. Also: today’s stories, including decriminalized cocaine and heroin in British Columbia, homeowners insurance made more difficult and expensive by the specter of extreme weather, a…
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This morning, we learned that Christa Case Bryant’s coverage of Washington has won a Sigma Delta Chi Award from the Society of Professional Journalists. It’s a wonderful recognition not only of the Monitor’s quality, but also of our commitment to seeing the world differently. Also: today’s stories, including how Portland police and activists team…
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As U.S. President Joe Biden’s candidacy comes under nationwide scrutiny, Vice President Kamala Harris has an opportunity to reintroduce herself to the American public after a rough start to the past four years. Also: today’s stories, including the NATO summit in Washington D.C., questions surrounding the U.K.’s electoral system, and the return of p…
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In the weeks following President Biden’s disastrous debate performance, the nation wonders: Will the president stay in the race? Monitor writer Sophie Hills recounts this weekend’s campaign rallies with Mr. Biden, who insists he won’t back down. Also: today’s stories, including the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn a 40-year-old precedent, a com…
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As wildfire season looms, some Canadian residents aren’t waiting for government help. Also: today’s stories, including Americans’ perceptions about the economy, Europe’s worries about the U.S. presidential debate, and bird illustrators that help science soar. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Caitlin Babcock for today's news. You can also visit c…
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If you could choose one word to describe the very best of the United States this Independence Day, what would it be? The one I’ve been thinking about recently is “together.” Also: today’s stories, including the four remaining ATMs in the Gaza Strip, Immigrant’s stories and the American Dream, and Conservative’s likely loss of power in the July 4 UK…
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Sweeping U.S. Supreme Court rulings that boost Donald Trump, combined with his debate performance being far less scrutinized than Joe Biden’s, have left many Democrats feeling back on their heels. Also: today’s stories, including the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, the renewed prominence of regional armies in Latin America, and four pictu…
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The Supreme Court has granted former President Donald Trump immunity in Trump v. United States, a decision particularly influential and significant in the lead-up to the 2024 elections. Also: today’s stories, including France’s second round of elections with the far-right ahead, Scottish independence on the rise while Scotland’s National Party is l…
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On a sweeping Supreme Court day, a trio of rulings will affect millions of lives. Also: today’s stories, including the fallout from last night’s presidential debate, a global snapshot of LGBTQ+ rights, and what’s behind a big drop in murders in Boston. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Laurent Belsie for today's news. You can also visit csmonit…
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