COVER
How They Would Lead (Campaign '08)
No matter who wins, the 44th U.S. President will inherit a nation in a world of hurt. A look at how each man would face an epic challenge
IN THE ARENA
If Obama Wins
His challenge from the start will be getting two big issues — one foreign, one domestic — right
SPECIAL REPORT
The 50 Best Inventions of the Year
A sociable robot. A bionic hand. Gasoline made from algae. The world's most powerful particle accelerator. We look at 50 great ideas that are reshaping the way we live today — as well as the way we will live tomorrow
GLOBAL ADVISER
Skiing Smart (Great Outdoors)
For great skiing this winter, skip the Alps and hit the slopes of North America
Politics by Design (On Show)
How the arts were used to fight the Cold War
Sacred Landscape (TIME Traveler)
One of Africa's great ancient monuments, the Axum obelisk, is finally back home
A Grand Dame Gets a New Look (Check In)
The Dolder Grand's makeover fuses modern cool and traditional charm
LETTERS
Financial Contagion (Inbox)
How Voters Decide; Americanness at Issue; Airing the Facts on Ayers