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Recipe Categories Gardening Diggin' It Culture Cafe Religion Articles on Christian Science Latest News Wires All Culture Books Book Reviews Chapter & Verse Readers' Picks Latest News Wires All Books Take Action 4 Free Issues Subscribe Renew Give a Gift Manage Account World Top Stories: UN: Nearly a million Ukrainians have fled fighting in east Most of the displaced are in Russia – and putting strains on facilities and infrastructure there, say the UN refugee agency and local Russian officials. In this Gaza neighborhood, a possible Israeli war crime Residents of the Gaza neighborhood of Khuzaa say they were blocked from fleeing during days of intense Israeli shelling last month. Human Rights Watch says the incident appears to be a war crime. Afghan military academy shooter kills US general in 'green-on-blue' attack An insider attack at an Afghan military academy outside Kabul has killed the highest ranking US Army member since the start of the war. El Salvador struggles to keep business investment at home In order to kickstart El Salvador's economy, convincing local investors to keep their money at home could be critical first step. Iraq's jihadis have vowed to wipe out the Yazidis. Who are they? The ancient religious group, concentrated in Iraq, have been targeted for extermination by the so-called 'Islamic State' that seized a number of towns along the Iraq-Syrian border this week. Back to Top USA Top Stories: Obama welcomes African dignitaries for dinner and 'a little bit of fun' With more than 400 guests, this is the most elaborate dinner President Obama and Michelle Obama have hosted. In a sense it was like a dinner for one head of state, multiplied 50 times. Two men get prison for accidentally starting wildfire. Too harsh? Two California men were sentenced – one to five months in prison and the other to six – for accidentally starting a wildfire. Prison time for starting fires is not unprecedented. Federal appeals court taking up six gay marriage cases Wednesday The convergence of cases could produce a massive showdown over gay marriage, as early as next year, when the cases are expected to be appealed to the US Supreme Court. US general killed in Afghanistan: How big is threat of insider attacks? Pentagon officials insist that the death of the highest-ranking US officer in America’s post-9/11 war effort will not change US strategy in Afghanistan. Mission No. 1 is to train Afghan counterparts ahead of US combat forces leaving. Nixon tapes released for 40th anniversary of resignation A decade after his resignation, Richard Nixon sat down with a former staffer for a series of candid interviews about his final days in office. The Nixon library is resurrecting a series of clips from those interviews for the 40th anniversary of his historic resignation. Back to Top Commentary Top Stories: What Israelis, Palestinians expect from the world but not each other The third war between Israel and the Palestinians in Gaza reveals how much each side has little empathy for each other even as they seek empathy from the world for their civilian suffering. The real leaders at the Obama-African summit President Obama's summit with African leaders mainly focuses on business ties. Yet the continent's outsized youth population may really determine Africa's future. Nigerian president hypocritical about missing girls; plane shot over Russia shows new Putin; Afghanistan still needs US; Civilian deaths in Gaza; America's isolationist policy This week's round-up of commentary covers Malala Yousafzai's visit to Nigeria, how the plane shot down over Ukraine changed the way the world sees Vladimir Putin, suicide attacks show Afghanistan still needs the US, civilian deaths in Gaza, and America's move towards isolationist policy. Readers Write: Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl paid his dues; Unpopular views are still protected Letters to the Editor for August 4, 2014 weekly magazine:Ore: Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl shouldn't be returned to active duty. He has paid his dues.Frank: Freedom of speech protects all speech, not just the speech we agree with. What it means to restore, and repair The 21st century may be the moment humans leave the 'use it up and throw it away' mentality behind. Back to Top Business Top Stories: How does political gridlock encourage tax avoidance? Political gridlock in Congress, plus a weakened IRS, has led to more tax avoidance, writes Eric Toder. How is that true, and what can be done to stop it? How to navigate back-to-school sales Summer is almost over, which means back-to-school sales are here. How should shopper navigate all of the back-to-school sales? Try shopping in-store for basic school supplies. Can ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ save Hollywood's terrible summer? 'Guardians of the Galaxy' had the biggest opening weekend ever for an August film, raking in $94 million during a disappointing summer for the movie industry. Can 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and star Chris Pratt save the summer box office? Auto industry ahead of schedule in reducing emissions The auto industry is moving ahead in improving cars' fuel economy, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency. About one in every three US vehicles on sale today already meet the fuel economy standards for 2016. Bake sale law? New guidelines put the squeeze on sugary fundraisers. The bake sale is a time-honored fundraising tradition in US schools, but school bake sales in several states are required to follow federal nutrition guidelines. Should schools be worried about fundraising, or will students find other ways around the so-called 'bake sale laws'? Back to Top Energy/Environment Top Stories: Burned bear cub rescued, flown to wildlife center Burned bear cub rescued and flown to a wildlife care center in California. After being rescued, the burned bear cub was named Cinder. Rare whale fossil found in California backyard A rare whale fossil lodged in a 1,000-pound boulder was pulled from a Southern California backyard Friday. The rare whale fossil is one of about 20 baleen fossils known to exist. Two cyclones: Hawaii braces for hurricane Iselle, tropical storm Julio (+video) Two cyclones – hurricane Iselle and tropical storm Julio – threaten to hit Hawaii later this week. Residents are stocking up on essential supplies as they prepare for the arrival of the two cyclones. Water for drinking or fracking? Why we may have to choose by 2040. Research shows that by 2040, the need for drinking water and water to use in energy production will create shortages. What can people do to prevent water shortages from happening? What's fueling the fracking boom? Debt. Oil and gas companies are taking on more debt to continue drilling, according to the US Energy Information Administration. Companies' revenues are now flattening out, as global oil prices have plateaued. Back to Top Innovation Top Stories: FCC: Americans need faster Internet The Federal Trade Commission is seeking to determine whether Internet speeds should be faster. Scrabble adds 5,000 new words. What does 'yuzu' mean? Scrabble dictionary will soon include many tech-savvy terms, such as vlog (8 points), texter (13 points), and hashtag (14 points). Apple will unveil new iPhone in September: report A report Tuesday from the technology news site Re/code says Apple has scheduled a media event for September 9 where it will introduce its new iPhones, which will come in a 4.7-inch version and a 5.5-inch version. Xiaomi: How this Chinese smart phone vendor beat out Samsung A report released Tuesday reveals that Samsung, previously the dominant player in the Chinese smart phone market, has lost the top spot to a local company called Xiaomi. Hacker: Airplane satellite communications are vulnerable A cybersecurity researcher who says he has figured out the means to hack the satellite communications equipment on passenger jets will present his findings at the Black Hat hacking conference in Las Vegas this week. Back to Top Science Top Stories: Rosetta comet rendezvous: How to watch it live On Wednesday morning, the European Space Agency's Rosetta spacecraft is set to catch up with Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, which it will attempt to orbit. Watch great white sharks trying to eat an underwater robot The SharkCam, an underwater autonomous vehicle repurposed by Discovery Channel to film great white sharks in their native habitat, became the recipient of a few exploratory chomps by the marine predators. SpaceX to make Brownsville, Texas, first private orbital spaceport The launch site will be about 17 miles northeast of Brownsville and could make 12 launches a year through 2025. Texas estimates that the SpaceX facility will create some 300 jobs in the region. Could comet Siding Spring damage Mars spacecraft? As comet Siding Spring approaches the Red Planet, NASA is moving its Mars orbiters to protect them from any dust ejected by the comet. Huge volcanic eruptions illuminate Jupiter moon Jupiter's third largest moon, Io, was the scene of three massive volcanic eruptions over a two-week span in August. Back to Top The Culture Top Stories: Zucchini hummus This delicious (and healthy) version of hummus turns zucchini, the ubiquitous summer vegetable, into a great spread for crackers or crisps. The red onion, olive oil, and mixture of spices gives the fresh zucchini a nuanced flavor. Malia Obama spotted enjoying regular teen life at Lollapalooza Malia Obama attended Lollapalooza this weekend, much to the surprise of other concertgoers. The first daughter enjoyed a little summer fun like other teens away from her official presidential parents. Sandra Bullock of 'Gravity' is highest-earning actress, says Forbes Sandra Bullock came in at first place on Forbes' recent list of highest-earning actresses. Sandra Bullock starred in the movies 'Gravity' and 'The Heat' during 2013. Viral video captures 'Peter Pan' moment: How to create enduring sibling bonds The latest in popular YouTube parent videos shows five-year old Sadie Miller crying uncontrollably over the cuteness of her baby brother and lamenting his growing any older. Can parents help maintain that kind of tender bond? Choosing not to drink A Christian Science perspective. Choosing not to drink A Christian Science perspective. Back to Top Books Top Stories: 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies' movie adaptation lurches forward 'Zombies' will now reportedly star 'Downton Abbey' actress Lily Collins as Elizabeth Bennet and Sam Riley of 'On the Road' as Mr. Darcy. Detective stories by 'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' author set to become TV series The series will be based on the 'Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency' novels, and will be written by 'Chronicle' writer, Max Landis. Gun debate comes to children's books The book 'My Parents Open Carry' is by the co-founders of the pro-gun organization Michigan Open Carry, Brian Jeffs and Nathan Nephew, who said they 'looked for pro-gun children's books and couldn't find any.' 'Game of Thrones' author George R.R. Martin's children's book will be republished this fall The book, 'The Ice Dragon,' appears to be set in the 'Thrones' fictional universe. 'The Invisible Bridge' argues that Reagan succeeded by tapping into voter nostalgia Rick Perlstein deftly sketches American malaise in the mid-1970s and posits that a longing for stability and simplicity paved the way for Ronald Reagan. Back to Top Global Galleries Photos of the day 08/05 Editors' picks SpaceX to make Brownsville, Texas, first private orbital spaceport Doing Good 10 young people who are making food better Science Watch great white sharks trying to eat an underwater robot Business Can ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ save Hollywood's terrible summer? USA College rankings: Who's on the Top 20 sober schools list? The Bite Bake sale law? New guidelines put the squeeze on sugary fundraisers. USA Update James Brady, a champion of gun control known for his charm and wit (+video) Science William Shatner tweets at NASA, nerdiness ensues People Making a Difference Difference Maker Gerard and Beatrice Barras reopened a wool mill and helped save a town Modern Parenthood Star Trek's Nichelle Nichols: A lesson in micro-mentoring Books Battle of the film adaptations: Andy Serkis's 'Jungle Book' to come out a year after Disney's Stay Current. Go Far. Discover the Monitor Difference About Contact Us Subscribe E-Readers Advertise With Us Careers Find us online Content Map Text Multimedia Corrections Articles on Christian Science © The Christian Science Monitor . All Rights Reserved. Terms under which this service is provided to you. Privacy Policy.