Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

In Russian-controlled parts of Ukraine, a battle is on over national identity, as teens face intense efforts to convince them that their real identity is Russian. In today’s package, we also explore how schools are bracing for absenteeism among immigrant children, how China is making gains in the AI race, and why France is cracking down on ‘ultrafast’ fashion. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.