NATION

Political Malpractice

In taking on HMOs, the Senate produced lots of drama. TIME sorts out what makes sense and what doesn't

SPORT

The Ride of His Life

Cancer survivor Lance Armstrong's remarkable showing rejuvenates the troubled Tour de France

PERSONAL TIME

Camp for the Soul (Personal Time/Your Family)

Vacation Bible Schools, enjoying a revival, teach spiritual lessons with popsicle sticks

Beyond Lyme (Personal Time/Your Health)

There's a new tick-borne disease to worry about. Here's what you need to know

Time to Trade In? (Personal Time/Your Money)

No, not your car, your auto stocks. Slowing SUV sales might be a sign to sell Detroit, buy Japan

Money (Personal Time/Your Money)

Flawed Gems (Personal Time/Your Technology)

I love the way those tiny new APS cameras look. Too bad they aren't as inviting to use

WORLD

Love at First Wonk

Everyone says brainiacs Clinton and Barak are made for each other. But can they cut a peace deal?

Playing with fire

Taiwan's President can't resist a good spark, but Asia is no place for nationalist pyromania

The Hot Spot

Will Gore get burned for nuzzling China? HERE COME THE POLS

THE ARTS

Out Of The Pictures (Media)

Did the suits win? Warner Bros.' legendary bosses Semel and Daly exit Time Warner

Take a Bow (The Arts/Music)

Jazz violinist Regina Carter breaks out

Abracadabra! (The Arts/Books)

J.K. Rowling's magical Harry Potter books have cast a spell on kids around the world

Angel on F.D.R.'s Shoulder (The Arts/Books)

A feminist biography of Eleanor Roosevelt sees her as a vulnerable, tireless, generous pioneer

Circle of Gilt (The Arts/Books)

The trials of affluent New Yorkers in group therapy

The Vast Whiteland (The Arts/Television)

Do not adjust your set. It's the big four networks' fall schedule that needs its color contrast fixed

The Wood (The Arts/Short Takes/Cinema)

Directed by Rick Famuyiwa

A Selection (The Arts/Short Takes/Dance)

Pilobolus Dance Theatre