COVER
The End Of Europe (Global Economy)
Its economic union is unraveling, London is ablaze, and the continent's once dependable trading partner the U.S. is too feeble to save the day or the euro. Say goodbye to the old order
FEATURES
The Lone Star Warrior (Nation)
After 10 years as governor of Texas, Rick Perry is setting his eyes on the Republican nomination. Is he the candidate the Tea Party has been waiting for?
Parched Earth (Nation)
A record-breaking drought has devastated much of the American South this summer. There's little relief in sight — and it could get a whole lot
London's Long Burn (World)
An outbreak of arson, looting and lawlessness caught Britain and its leaders by surprise. Why they should have seen the troubles coming
BUSINESS
Seeking Growth After the Arab Spring (Economy / Middle East)
Unless it can nurture entrepreneurs and create jobs, the popular movement that toppled the dictators won't make a difference in real lives
COMMENTARY
The Pragmatic President (Worldview)
Liberals are bewildered by Barack Obama. Why they shouldn't be
David Petraeus' Brilliant Career (In the Arena)
The new CIA director leaves behind an Army that bears his stamp
LETTERS
Inbox (Inbox)
THE CULTURE
The Other Cooking Channel (Food)
YouTube's entertaining new recipe
10 Questions for Jane Fonda (10 Questions)
Writer, actress and controversy magnet Jane Fonda on alpha men, forgiveness and mellowing with age
Pop Chart
Vaccinate or Leave (Health)
More pediatricians are firing families for not giving their kids shots
Slow Riders (Tech)
Souped-up golf carts hit the streets
Stunt Casting (Books)
In The Family Fang, art and parenting don't mix
Trash TV (Tuned In)
In pawnshops and junkyards, a hard-up country hunts for its past
BRIEFING
Hot-Flash Flop (Health&Science)
Data show that soy supplements don't ease menopause
Back to School (Nation)
Duncan rewrites education reform while Congress skips class
Here's Looking at You (Economy)
What you see in the mirror may be deciding your paycheck