Husna Haq
The Christian Science Monitor
New York, NY, United States
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Year of the pandemic: Emerging better, not bitter
We’ll be drawing lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic for years. Foremost may be the reminder that we get to choose how to emerge from challenges. → Read More
Behind death penalty’s sharp global decline, a shift in attitudes?
When the United Nations was created in 1945, only eight countries had abolished capital punishment. Today, that number stands at more than 100. In nearly another 40 countries where the death penalty is still legal, the practice has been reduced. → Read More
Why the number of new jobs for people with disabilities grew fourfold
Changes in legislation, leadership, media portrayals of people with disabilities, and jobs growth were key to an employment spike for America's largest minority group. → Read More
After centuries of cultural theft, why more nations are returning looted artifacts
Thanks to increased awareness of past cultural injustices and renewed respect for national sovereignty, many nations housing stolen art and other items are giving them back. → Read More
Elena Ferrante is back, with a new piece in the works
It's good news for the Neapolitan novelist's fans, some of whom feared they would never hear from her again. → Read More
The most popular books in every state – they're not what you think
What's America reading? Politics, advice, and anything with a movie tie-in. → Read More
Philip Pullman releases 'The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage,' to rave reviews
Critics note that the new book is dark, but most agree that it's 'a stunning achievement.' → Read More
Remembering poet Richard Wilbur, 'heir to Robert Frost'
Librarian of Congress Daniel J. Boorstin once described Wilbur as 'a poet for us all, whose elegant words brim with wit and paradox.' → Read More
Kazuo Ishiguro wins Nobel Prize in Literature
The Nobel judges described Ishiguro as a mix of Jane Austen and Franz Kafka, with 'a little bit of Marcel Proust.' → Read More
Why are illustrated books the most challenged books of 2016?
This year, the main reason for objection to books was sex and gender issues. → Read More
Hillary Clinton to kick off book tour for 'What Happened'
Clinton's new book is a personal memoir about her campaign as well as a 'cautionary tale' about Russian interference in the election. → Read More
English science fiction great Brian Aldiss, author behind Spielberg film 'AI,' dies at 92
Aldiss helped shape and elevate the science fiction genre, but he recognized its mutability. → Read More
What's behind the dramatic spike in swearing in books?
A new study finds a 'dramatic' increase in swear words in American literature over the last 60 years. → Read More
How to explain refugee crisis to kids? Books.
Recently a number of children’s books tackling the global refugee crisis have hit the market, helping to humanize the conflict, as well as educate, empower, and build empathy in young readers. → Read More
Will Americans be able to agree on a most loved book?
A new PBS program explores America's favorite books, culminating in an election. → Read More
Are you a biography buff? Take our quiz!
Biographies and autobiographies tell the true stories of people's lives. Are you a biography buff? → Read More
How much do you know about Islam and violence? Take the quiz
Do you know the difference between jihad and a fatwa? What about attacks carried out by so-called Islamic State militants? Take the quiz to find out how much you know about Islam and violence. → Read More
How much do you know about Islam and violence? Take the quiz
Do you know the difference between jihad and a fatwa? What about attacks carried out by so-called Islamic State militants? Take the quiz to find out how much you know about Islam and violence. → Read More
The secret to the Seahawks' success? This book.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll sees David Brooks's 'The Road to Character' as a game-changer in the way he coaches, speaks to, and sets goals for his players. → Read More
Why Republicans now want GOP to unite behind Trump (+video)
A majority of Republican voters say their party should get behind Donald Trump, even if he doesn't get enough delegates for the nomination. Why are Republicans getting behind Mr. Trump? → Read More