COVER
Five Things The U.S. Can Learn from China
While the U.S. remains mired in an economic funk, the Asian giant drives ceaselessly forward. On the eve of Obama's first visit there, a look at what the world's rising power can teach us now
ASIA
Thailand: Aiming For Parity
By arming civilians in Thailand's troubled south, the state is creating a dangerous gun culture
ESSAY
The India Model
If India can show that a democracy can provide rapid human development, the whole world will benefit
UNITED STATES
The Fort Hood Killer: Terrified ... or Terrorist? (The Fort Hood Massacre)
When an Army major turns mass murderer on America's largest military base, it fuels the worst fear of terrorism experts: Are lone wolves who don't need an al-Qaeda training camp the new threat to homeland security?
GLOBAL BUSINESS
Why Stocks Still Rock (Private Wealth)
It's been an ugly decade, but history suggests better years are ahead for equities investors
SPECIAL SECTION
The 50 Best Inventions Of the Year
A revolutionary LED bulb, sky-high farms, steam-powered speed, affordable knee replacements, tank-bred tuna and more in the 50 Best Inventions of the Year
GLOBAL ADVISER
10 Things to Do in Athens (City Guide)
It may be a city of antiquity, but Athens has learned to move with the times
Where to Stay: Eridanus Hotel (City Guide)
Finding the Perfect Souvenir: Matia Charms (City Guide)
Side Trips: Aegina (City Guide)
Getting Around (City Guide)
Here's what you need to know