The Christian Science Monitor

MAY 3, 2007 - PAGE ONE STORIES

US to meet Iraq's neighbors, but sectarian divisions remain deep
Sunnis and Shiites are split as officials prepare to gather in Egypt to discuss Iraq's future. By Howard LaFranchi

Nature's carbon 'sink' smaller than expected
Earth in 2100 could be up to 2.7 degrees F. hotter than previously predicted, studies say. By Peter N. Spotts

For Barack Obama, a careful courting of Jewish vote
The Democratic presidential hopeful has recalibrated his words about Israel and the Middle East peace process. By Ariel Sabar

Sunni Muslim sheikhs join US in fighting Al Qaeda
Iraqi tribal support is linked to drop in violence in Anbar Province. By Sam Dagher

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WORLD

Reporters on the Job

Growth in India's industrial hub leaves many behind
Corruption, overregulation, and lack of jobs contribute to the wide gap between India's rich and poor. By Mark Sappenfield

Why Scots face historic election
A pro-independence party looks set to win the May 3 vote, 300 years after Scotland united with England. By Tim Backshall

USA

Immigrants in US march, but in smaller numbers
May Day rallies across the country Tuesday called for legalization, but various groups see different paths forward. By Amanda Paulson

Why newspapers are buyout targets
Rupert Murdoch's bid for Dow Jones and The Wall Street Journal underscores tumult in the media industry. By Ron Scherer

Arctic melt-off: ahead of schedule
A new analysis shows that well before the century's end, it could be ice-free for part of the year. By Gregory M. Lamb

EDITORIAL

Letters to the Editor
Readers comment on high CEO pay, parents who take career breaks to rear children and then "relaunch," Cuba after Castro, and the bane of free trade.

Liftoff for 'helicopter' parents
If employers start involving parents with hiring, when do young people learn from mistakes as well as successes?

OPINION

Hip-hop's bad rap
Commentators are quick to condemn it for glorifying violence and misogyny. But do they hear the positive messages within the lyrics? By Sara Libby

A new and improved Bush policy toward North Korea
Even with the 'axis of evil''s most extreme member, Bush nows sees shades of gray. By Pat M. Holt

FEATURES, CURRENTS

Canadian controversy: How do polar bears fare?
Despite global warming, an ongoing study says polar bear populations are rising in the country's eastern Arctic region. By Fred Langan

Different faiths build on common concerns
Ohioans break down religious stereotypes through education and service projects. By Jane Lampman

Monitor follow-up: New Mexico coal plant set back
A proposed 'dirty' power plant loses support in New Mexico - for now. By Moises Velasquez-Manoff

Having a (broom) ball
The sport with the air of a snowball fight may be the biggest thing to sweep college campuses since streaking. By Clayton Collins

THE HOME FORUM

A unifying prayer
Jesus gave humanity a model for prayer.

In Beijing, fascination with cupcakes and cheesecake
An American woman living in China teaches Beijing residents about Western-style baking, including making pizza and banana bread. By By Raul Vasquez

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