COVER

In African-American Eyes (Cover Stories)

The motherland is a source of increased pride for U.S. blacks. Now it is time to face some unpleasant truths under the veil of romanticism

NATION

Hung Out to Try Again (The Week: Nation)

A CIA man's jury can't agree: Were his acts criminal -- or just devious?

So Happy Together (U.S. Campaign)

Defying the tradition that running mates go their own ways, Clinton and Gore seem inseparable on the hustings. What is the secret of Bill and Al's excellent synergy?

WORLD

WAR & TERRORISM

HEALTH & MEDICINE

Can Chaos Save Lives? (The Week Health & Science)

An abstract theory could have some very practical consequences

Prenatal Assurance (The Week Health & Science)

New blood tests offer noninvasive screening for Down syndrome

Smoke Gets in Your Eyes (The Week Health & Science)

Two studies show a powerful link between cigarettes and cataracts

SOCIETY

Adoption Fever

The battle between Woody Allen and Mia Farrow spotlights the triumphs and traumas of large adoptive families

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE

A Royal Pain for the Crown (Dynasties)

Topless pictures of Fergie, Diana's phone canoodling: Can the Windsors survive this summer of discontent?

BUSINESS

But Will It Work? (The Week: Business)

Japan's government announces an $86 billion economic rescue plan

Hush Money (The Week: Business)

Under fire for high pay, CEOs move to cut off compensation information

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PEOPLE

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