COVER
The Meaning of Michelle Obama (United States)
She's beaten back criticism and caricature to become the most watched First Lady in a generation. An intimate look at how Michelle Obama is changing the White House — and America — forever
ASIA
The CIA's Silent War in Pakistan
In the fight against al-Qaeda, pilotless drones are redefining warfare. But they could be doing more harm than good
Rebuilding The Middle Kingdom
To cushion itself against recession, China is investing in one of the most ambitious public-works programs ever seen
COMMENTARY
Falling Short
India's elections are open and spectacular, but they often do not deliver real change
LETTERS
Inbox
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Unhappy Families (Books)
An Indian conglomerate riven by family feuding — what better material for a novel?
ESSAY
Casualty of War
Instead of spreading information, Pakistan's media are fanning the flames of paranoia
GLOBAL ADVISER
Game On (Check In)
A sheik's wildlife conservation project has helped create a stunning and unusual resort
Make a Splash (Next Time You're in ... Frankfurt)
Here are three of Wiesbaden's finest places to soak away the working week
Mature Thinking (Amuse-Bouche)
Restaurants are discovering the appeal of an on-site cheese room
Restoration Drama (After Dark)
One of Cambodia's historic Chinese shophouses survives as a trendy cocktail bar cum art gallery