COVER

EDITOR'S DESK

COMMENTARY

Paralysis Rules (In the Arena)

The looming budget crisis raises a key question: Can either candidate close a deal?

FEATURES

Goal Power (Health)

Deciding to be healthy isn't enough. Fortunately, we're learning the secrets of turning resolution into action. My guide to getting unstuck

The End Of al-Qaeda? (World)

In Yemen, a successful counterattack by government troops shows how the terrorist group can be beaten

THE CULTURE

Happy Glampers (Culture / Travel)

Luxury adventure travel: more options for the pampered camper

10 Unique Glamping Destinations

Roasting marshmallows around an open fire is all well and good. But these camping trips include eco-friendly treehouses and gourmet meals

Storm Trouper (Music)

Bob Dylan picks his way through a political Tempest

Minority Report (The Awesome Column)

It takes a tireless journalist to try to unite the party known for diversity

Dream Team (Music)

David Byrne and St. Vincent meet at the "intersection of Art Avenue and Pop Street"

Taste Invaders (Environment)

The way to beat invasive species may be to eat them

10 Questions for Prabal Gurung (10 Questions)

Fashion's new phenom Prabal Gurung on American couture, Paul Ryan's ill-fitting shirts and obeying Oprah

BRIEFING

Read and Right (Nation)

For conservative-book publishers, bashing Obama is the best route to a best-seller

Ritzy Retail (Economy)

Why shopping-mall developers are catering to the well-off

Cheating Harvard (Education)

A class known for easy A's raises some hard questions

Hidden Hazards (Health&Science)

Hurricanes have an impact on health long after they're gone