COVER

The End Of Europe (Global Economy)

Its economic union is unraveling, London is ablaze, and the continent's once dependable trading partner the U.S. is too feeble to save the day or the euro. Say goodbye to the old order

FEATURES

The Lone Star Warrior (Nation)

After 10 years as governor of Texas, Rick Perry is setting his eyes on the Republican nomination. Is he the candidate the Tea Party has been waiting for?

Parched Earth (Nation)

A record-breaking drought has devastated much of the American South this summer. There's little relief in sight — and it could get a whole lot

London's Long Burn (World)

An outbreak of arson, looting and lawlessness caught Britain and its leaders by surprise. Why they should have seen the troubles coming

BUSINESS

Seeking Growth After the Arab Spring (Economy / Middle East)

Unless it can nurture entrepreneurs and create jobs, the popular movement that toppled the dictators won't make a difference in real lives

COMMENTARY

LETTERS

THE CULTURE

10 Questions for Jane Fonda (10 Questions)

Writer, actress and controversy magnet Jane Fonda on alpha men, forgiveness and mellowing with age

Vaccinate or Leave (Health)

More pediatricians are firing families for not giving their kids shots

Slow Riders (Tech)

Souped-up golf carts hit the streets

Stunt Casting (Books)

In The Family Fang, art and parenting don't mix

Trash TV (Tuned In)

In pawnshops and junkyards, a hard-up country hunts for its past

BRIEFING

Hot-Flash Flop (Health&Science)

Data show that soy supplements don't ease menopause

Back to School (Nation)

Duncan rewrites education reform while Congress skips class