NATION

Bush's Lost Continent

The President promised South America close friendship, no bailouts. Why he switched on both

Can He Rope Texas?

A rare breed — a Lone Star Democrat — is giving the White House the jitters on Bush's home turf

Martha's Untidy Story

Congressional probers looking into insider trading say Stewart and her attorneys have misled them

A Kinder, Gentler Koran

A university wanted to teach a post-9/11 lesson in understanding. Critics say it's a whitewash

THE ARTS

Jennifer Makes Good (Show Business)

Oh-so-sunny in friends, Aniston gets serious in her new film

Can You Dig It? Right On! (Television)

The documentary BaadAsssss Cinema explores the meaning and art behind blaxploitation's mass appeal

I Sing, Therefore I Am (Music)

Soulful CDs from meditative singer-songwriters Aimee Mann, James Taylor and David Baerwald

BRIEFING

WORLD

Where To Now?

The Palestinians once had faith that history would redeem their cause. But after 22 months of bitter fighting, they aren't sure who they are anymore, or which way to turn

SOCIETY

Clash of Iron (History)

One hundred and forty years after its guns fell silent, the turret of the Union ironclad Monitor was pulled from the ocean last week, bearing secrets. Now scientists hope to unlock more mysteries from the ship that, in a single battle, ended the era of the wooden navy

TIME BONUS

Still Here (TIME Bonus Section/Generations/Coping)

A leading editor describes her rebound from stunning woes

Under One Roof (TIME Bonus Section/Generations/Strategies)

For single elders, home sharing offers savings, security, helping hands — and often friendship too

Up, Up And Away! (TIME Bonus Section/Generations/Time Traveler)

The beauty and camaraderie of hot-air ballooning allow fans — and their spirits — to soar

PERSONAL TIME

West Nile: Prepare, Don't Panic (Personal Time/Your Health)

Yes, it's spreading. Yes, it can kill you. But a little common sense can offer a lot of protection

Can It Be Refi Time Again? (Personal Time/Your Money)

Yes. Interest rates are below last fall's historic lows, headed lower. Here's how to make the most of them