COVER
The Fort Hood Killer: Terrified ... or Terrorist?
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?
ESSAY
The India Model
If India can show that a democracy can provide rapid human development, the whole world will benefit
LETTERS
California on the Cutting Edge (Inbox)
Tunnel Vision; Happy Talking
SPECIAL REPORT
The 50 Best Inventions Of the Year
From a rocket of the future to a $10 million lightbulb, here are TIME's picks for the best new gadgets and breakthrough ideas 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)
Elegant and welcoming, the Eridanus has only 38 rooms, and attentive service makes it feel more intimate still
Getting Around (City Guide)
Here's what you need to know