COVER

The End of Prosperity? (The Economy)

A noted historian looks at parallels between this financial crisis and 1929 and shows what must be done to avoid Depression 2.0

ASIA

Asia's Good Times at Risk (The Economy)

Who's afraid of an Uncle Sam with empty pockets? Export-led nations whose governments are scrambling to shore up economic growth

COMMENTARY

The End of an Era?

The financial crisis has undermined not just the U.S.'s economy — but also its authority

Descent into Chaos

Some facets of Pakistan are beginning to resemble another nation in conflict: Iraq

BRIEFING

GLOBAL ADVISER

Northern Delights (TIME Traveler)

Norway's beautiful Lofoten Islands are rich in fishing history

Reading the Nudes (On Show)

Natasha Archdale specializes in pen-and-ink renderings of the undraped female form but with a twist

Take a Bite of Belgium (Amuse-Bouche)

Belgium is filled with restaurants serving top-quality cuisine at reasonable prices

Striking Chords in Jerusalem (Design Watch)

Jerusalem's Chords Bridge is the most impressive piece of architecture to debut in more than a millennium

Oh, the Places You'll Go (Check In)

Sate your passion for the international whirl with a trip to Edinburgh's Le Monde hotel

LETTERS