NATION

The Right's New Wing (Nation/TIME in depth/Campaign '04)

Diverse and well funded, the next generation of conservatives is winning battles on campus. But not all are fighting for George W. Bush

WORLD

The Lessons of Najaf

In the face-off at the shrine, U.S. and Iraqi leaders vowed to crush al-Sadr's rebellion. But they may have stoked the insurgency even more

High Noon On Haifa Street

How insurgents turned a neighborhood into a battle zone in which U.S. troops have to fight for their lives

BRIEFING

A New Manhunt in Pakistan (NOTEBOOK)

Despite increased pressure by the U.S. against al-Qaeda, the groups ranks are growing, and new leaders are taking charge

Daughter Dearest (Essay)

The little one adores you now, Dad, but brace yourself for the next chapter

Eulogy (Notebook/Milestones)

SOCIETY

SPORT

The World's Got Game (Olympics 2004/Basketball)

Dream Team no longer: The U.S. squad is learning a hard lesson in how the rest of the globe plays ball

The Comeback Kids (Olympics 2004/Gymnastics)

Judges' errors mar Paul Hamm's gold but not his performance. Carly Patterson is tops, hands down

Gentleman of the Pool (Olympics 2004/Swimming)

The record cache eluded him. But Michael Phelps left no doubt that he is now the sultan of swim

THE ARTS

Fall Arts Preview

To everything there is a season, and this fall three types of tales have ripened: TRUE STORIES, which find real life stranger than fantasy; RETURN ENGAGEMENTS, in which favorite characters embark on new adventures; and PIONEERING WORKS, old stories told in a whole new way. Here are some of the most eagerly awaited:

YOUR TIME

The Shrinking SUV (Your Time/Lifestyle)

With safety under scrutiny, a fleet of cool crossovers is winning converts

Shelter from a Storm (Your Time/Money)

Homeowner coverage is no catchall. Check yours before disaster strikes

CONNECTIONS

Preppy Goes Back to School (TIME Bonus Section September 2004: Connections)

This fall, students are saying bye-bye to the Britney look and hello to tartans and tweeds

It's a Stretch! (TIME Bonus Section September 2004: Connections/Body & Mind)

Thai massage is getting more patients off the table

Joint Custody Blues (TIME Bonus Section September 2004: Connections)

After a bitter divorce, how can couples collaborate as parents?

Tales Wrapped in Aprons (TIME Bonus Section September 2004: Connections)

An unusual exhibit shows how a humble piece of cloth can evoke memories and emotions

About-Face (TIME Bonus Section September 2004: Connections/Conversation)

What happens when stay-at-home moms head back to work?