Pursuits
Monday, Apr. 07, 2008French luggage maker Goyard caters to a faithful clientele, philanthropic parents are encouraging their children to follow their example, and it costs more than a house, roars like a jet engine and drives faster than anything on the road today
The Moon Race
Tuesday, May. 06, 2008The destination may not have changed since Apollo 11, but space-racing technology certainly has
Judging American Idol: Hall of Fame
Wednesday, May. 07, 2008One of the remaining four contestants flubs their lyrics during an evening of songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Nine Ways to Save Money on Gas
Monday, May. 05, 2008You probably already know being thrifty with the air-conditioning and getting a tuneup before a road trip improves your mileage. Here are other smart ways to scrimp
Global Adviser
Tuesday, May. 27, 2008TIME explores the most exotic, beautiful and interesting getaways
American Idol: Neil Diamond Week
Wednesday, Apr. 30, 2008Paula Abdul gets confused after Idol changes the format and makes the judges give their verdict at the end of each round
The Cults That Went Wacko
Saturday, Apr. 19, 2008On the 15th anniversary of the Branch Davidian conflagration in Waco, Texas, a look back at the murderous and suicidal groups that stunned the world
The Best of Asia 2008
Friday, Apr. 25, 2008Our annual guide to the finest in Asia. And other delights for Mind, Body and Soul
Judging American Idol: It's Cats Week!
Wednesday, Apr. 23, 2008The six finalists take on Andrew Lloyd Webber, and James Poniewozik tries to pick which one will be Superstar
How to Win the Global-Warming War
Thursday, Apr. 17, 2008So far the U.S. has largely sat out the war against climate change — but that can change. We have a plan
Debate Scorecard: Obama's Surly Night
Thursday, Apr. 17, 2008He seemed fed up with Clinton's fight during their faceoff in Pennsylvania, but she did nothing to dislodge him from his frontrunner status
Judging American Idol: 7 To Go
Wednesday, Apr. 16, 2008It's Mariah Carey week. With advice from the diva songstress herself, do the contestants manage to impress the judges?
Top 10 Masters Meltdowns
Wednesday, Apr. 09, 2008Tiger Woods is favored to win this year's Green Jacket. But will someone join the list of all-time great collapses?
Judging American Idol: 8 To Go
Wednesday, Apr. 09, 2008Tonight's theme brings a selection of "inspirational" songs—but what exactly does that mean to the contestants?
Best Blogs 2008
Friday, Apr. 04, 2008From millions of blogs about nothing, we've selected the 25 best about something—from politics to sports to sex. And, yes, we've got a few about nothing, too
Martin Luther King: The Last Memories
Thursday, Apr. 03, 2008On the 40th anniversary of his assassination, TIME talks with the four surviving aides who were with him that fateful day
The TIME 100 Poll: Who Is Worthy?
Wednesday, Apr. 02, 2008Vote for the leaders, artists, entrepreneurs and thinkers who you feel should be on our list of the world's most influential
Judging American Idol: 9 To Go
Wednesday, Apr. 02, 2008Idol contestants duke it out singing Dolly Parton's hits. Which of the remaining nine put a convincing spin on the country diva's famous tunes?
The 2008 Design 100
Thursday, Apr. 03, 2008Great design is no longer reserved solely for museum-worthy products, as designers turn their attention to everything from books to artisanal food, from lighting to transportation
The Iraq War Turns Seven: A Month-by-Month History
Thursday, Mar. 18, 2010A brief history of the war — month by month, quote by quote
Judging American Idol: 10 To Go
Wednesday, Apr. 02, 2008Contestants sing songs that were hits the year they were born. It's another night in the 1980s, with a '70s and a '90s baby thrown in the mix. Will the group's third stab at the decade be the charm?
Top 10 NCAA First-Round Upsets
Wednesday, Mar. 19, 2008As March Madness begins, we rank the most memorable games in which top-ranked teams were knocked off early
Judging American Idol: 11 To Go
Wednesday, Mar. 19, 2008This evening brings back more selections from the Beatles. With a second chance, do the contestants make better song choices this week?
10 Ideas Changing the World in 2008
Wednesday, Mar. 19, 2008More than money, more than politics, ideas are the secret power that this planet runs on. Here are a few you need to know about
Judging American Idol: The Top 12
Wednesday, Mar. 12, 2008The competition is on with the opening of the Lennon/McCartney songbook. Which contestant takes the risks with these classic songs?
The Best (and Worst) TIME Covers
Tuesday, Mar. 11, 2008On the magazine's 85th anniversary, here's a look back at the most memorable, and not so memorable, covers. Vote for your favorites
Outing a Political Sex Scandal
Tuesday, Mar. 11, 2008Lurid revelations like those about Eliot Spitzer aren't new. But the ways they are uncovered have become more sophisticated
Judging American Idol: 8 Women Left
Thursday, Mar. 06, 2008American Idol returns to its primordial decade -- the '80s -- and celebrates with strong female performances
Judging American Idol: 8 Men Left
Wednesday, Mar. 05, 2008It's 80s night, which means -- yikes -- Wham!, as well as a surprisingly good Lionel Richie cover. So who survives?
Paris: Back to Black
Saturday, Mar. 01, 2008This season it seems that few are willing to take the kinds of fashion risks that seemed so easy just six months ago. The shock of chic will have to suffice
Judging American Idol's Women
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008Amid a scattering of rockers and divas, few of the female singers made a big impression during '70s week
Political Stars Rate Oscar Dresses
Monday, Feb. 25, 2008Forget Joan Rivers. TIME's Joe Klein and Mark Halperin dish out their first ever red carpet fashion reviews
Fun and Games at the Toy Fair
Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008From a pet's-eye-view camera to an interactive Elmo, here's a look at the hottest games, dolls and gadgets from the annual American International Toy Fair
Grading the Dems' Texas Debate
Friday, Feb. 22, 2008Overall Clinton did better than Obama. But, says Mark Halperin, his lead made it imperative that she have a game-changing performance, and she failed in that respect
Who's Holding the Handbag?
Friday, Feb. 22, 2008
You thought the Boomers were conspicuous consumers? Watch out — here come The Millennials
Judging American Idol
Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008It's time for the season 7 finalists to perform for real. TIME's music critic Josh Tyrangiel evaluates the female hopefuls
A Second Take on the Oscars
Monday, Feb. 18, 2008Ten years after Titanic took the big award, Richard Corliss looks back at the '98 Oscars and picks what should have won
A Voter's Guide to Education
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008A guide to where each candidate stands on the education policies that will have the biggest impact in the classroom
Desert Dreams
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008Abu Dhabi is investing billions in oil and gas profits to turn itself into the world's leader in renewable energy. Read about the country's vision as well as China's soaring electricity bill and how nuclear power is making a comeback
Best and Worst of the Grammys
Monday, Feb. 11, 2008The 50th Grammy Awards opened with a dead guy and gave a 67-year-old the big prize. Amy Winehouse and Tina Turner ruled, while the Beatles and Pavarotti got painful tributes
The 25 Most Important Films on Race
Thursday, Feb. 07, 2008In honor of Black History Month, TIME critic Richard Corliss reflects on 25 defining works over nearly a century of cinema that broke down the walls of intolerance on the big screen
TIME's Super Bowl Ad Report Card 2008
Monday, Feb. 04, 2008From Bud Light to all the "funny" foreigners, James Poniewozik reviews every ad on the industry's biggest day
Voter's Guide To the Issues
Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008The real fight is just around the corner in the general election. And the competing Democratic and Republican approaches to the key issues are like oil and water. Or Oprah and Chuck Norris.
Jan. 30 GOP Debate: McCain Keeps Momentum
Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008As a testament to his suddenly strong position in the battle for the GOP nomination, says Mark Halperin, the Senator showed off all of his worst traits -- and still easily beat back Mitt Romney's desperate efforts to knock him off his perch
The World Economic Forum
Friday, Jan. 25, 2008A round up of pieces focusing on the annual World Economic Forum which takes place in Davos, Switzerland
Judging American Idol's Men
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008Season 7 begins in earnest with 12 male finalists that run the gamut from "forgettable" to "karaoke." Still, at least one early favorite has emerged
The Jan. 24 GOP Debate
Friday, Jan. 25, 2008Mitt has a moment -- just when he needed one. But for the rest of the field, it was a snooze-fest of missed opportunities
Dems Debate: Hand-to-Hand Combat
Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008Analysis: Any dreams of a Clinton-Obama ticket were probably ended after their testiest encounter yet. Mark Halperin gives Obama the edge
Asian Acts to Watch in 2008
Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008The region's music is fresher than ever. If you haven't checked out these artists yet, you'll be doing so soon
All the Rage in Detroit
Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008Green was the favorite color of the North American International Auto Show. Hence lithium batteries and biofuel engines. But don't forget the cars...