COVER

The Nation that Failed Itself

Beset by feckless leadership and a muddled sense of identity, Pakistan is now plunging into chaos. Why a culture of blame is helping the extremists win

IN THE ARENA

MIDDLE EAST

Halal: Buying Muslim (Global Economy)

Islam has always dictated how certain foods should be prepared. Now firms are applying halal concepts to everything from perfume to hotels. A look at a trillion-dollar industry

Dubai's Sand Castles (Economy)

Dubai's property boom has imploded, leaving behind broken dreams and angry investors

PROFILE

GLOBAL ADVISER

Ten Good Reasons to Visit Kalk Bay (Diversions)

Kalk Bay is Cape Town's unpretentious creative zone, where a bohemian mix of shops and galleries are enhanced by cobbled streets, historic cottages and brightly colored fishing boats

LETTERS