COVER

Sochi's Sixth Ring (2014 Olympics)

Terrorism fears prompted Russia to build a "ring of steel" around the Olympics and guard it with 40,000 troops. For Putin, it's the ultimate test of his promise to make his country safe for everyone

Road to Redemption (2014 Olympics)

For Russia, the Games are a chance to exorcize the ghosts of Vancouver

An Olympic Ice Storm (2014 Olympics)

Two powerhouse coaches will see their bitter feud play out in Sochi

Teen Queen of the Slalom (2014 Olympics)

For American ski prodigy Mikaela Shiffrin, practice (and lots of sleep) makes perfect

Ski Like a Medalist (2014 Olympics: Travel)

When the Games are gone, world-class slopes open up to the rest of us

COMMENTARY

You, the People (In the Arena)

Obama urges Congress to quit bickering and just get the job done. Like the rest of us do

VIEWPOINT

Putin's Other Games

Although focused on Sochi, the Russian President will fight to hold sway over Ukraine

WORLD

Kiev Rocked by Violence

Ukraine's capital is shaken by confrontations as the government seeks to steer the former Soviet nation away from Europe and deeper into Russia's shadow

UNITED STATES

A Troubled Marine's Final Fight (Veterans)

When his nation called, Marine Sergeant David Linley answered. But when he came home hurting, his country let him down

LETTERS