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The democracy of a free pressA recent report confirms that journalists around the world are facing increasing threats. But the “good sense” of citizens and their commitment to freedom of the press can strengthen democratic governance.
Creating ‘good rules’ for AIArtificial intelligence’s rapid advances have lawmakers racing to manage risks, alongside its business and social benefits. In the U.S., willing state and federal coordination could point to new models.
Defending women’s worth and well-beingTo address the challenge of violence against women, countries have enacted more than 1,500 laws. As cultural norms shift, upholding universal values and higher views of genuine manhood and womanhood can help cement the progress.
In Haiti, soccer joy – and longed-for unityAn improbable journey to the 2026 World Cup has lit the spark of possibility for gang-beleaguered Haitians, as have plans for an election and a renewed international peacemaking effort.
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Financial fluency in the cradleA new federal program that will create investment accounts for newborns aims to lessen the fear and ignorance about savings and investments. It can also build a more inclusive economy.
Liberation from migrant labelsRecent incidents of violence and fraud linked to individuals from immigrant communities have prompted harsh, sweeping responses. Collective blame is tempting, but cultivating social trust is what’s needed.
Pinning a Ukraine peace to principlesEurope insists that any plan to end the war in Ukraine hold Russia accountable for war crimes. That’s not a barrier to peace. It is a universal foundation for it.
‘Radical generosity’ seeds solutionsThe world over, GivingTuesday is an opportunity for millions to come together and show that individuals can make a difference. Amid economic pressures, will Americans uphold the values of joyful generosity and care for others?
Ukraine's playgrounds are a war necessityRussia’s increasing attacks against civilian areas include public playgrounds. Yet Ukrainians have rallied to preserve a child’s right to play – and innocence – by building alternative playgrounds that help heal war trauma.
The uplift of a stable home and familyAfter years of rising divorce rates and single parenthood among Americans, marriage and family stability are on firmer ground. Homes and children nurtured by two parents can help expand opportunities – and affection.
Thanks for all proofs of goodnessEven in bleak circumstances, now and centuries ago, virtue and hope shine through. Gratitude for national and civic structures and individual examples of compassion and faith buoy us all.
Extracting minerals in Africa – for AfricaA summit of European and African leaders sets a new ethical tone in terms of leaving Africa far better after extracting “green minerals” for the world’s tech industries.
Ukraine’s fronts are not only in the warA corruption scandal is testing hopes for the rule of law, and American pressure to concede land is challenging national sovereignty. Ukrainians might yet again rise in unified purpose and strength.
Generosity as a climate-action driverAmid the latest global climate conference comes news of a record rise in private giving to help the world’s most vulnerable people adapt to climate extremes.
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