COVER
The Science of Favoritism (Family)
Never mind what your parents told you. They had a favorite child — and if you have kids, so do you. Why it's hardwired into all of us
WORLD
Burning Desire for Freedom (Tibet)
After 60 years of Chinese rule, some Tibetan monks have resorted to self-immolation. Where will their protests lead?
Hell in Hellas
Is the agony of Greece an omen of Europe's torturous future?
PROFILE
Scot Free: Is Scotland's Independence from the U.K. Inevitable?
First Minister Alex Salmond thinks Scotland's independence from the U.K. is inevitable. Not everyone's convinced
ESSAY
Cracked Foundation
The Olympus financial scandal shows that Japan Inc. is still a closed shop
BUSINESS
Live, at a Field Near You: Why the Music Industry Is Singing a Happy Tune (Music)
The music industry is singing a happy tune as more fans pay a premium for blowout live events
GLOBAL ADVISER
Bay Watch (Diversions)
See Venice the way it should be seen — from its idyllic lagoon
Waddle This Way (Next Time You're in ... Melbourne)
Phillip Island puts Australia's wildlife on parade
Three Hours in Montreal (Time Traveler)
Only have half a day to spare? Here's what to do
LETTERS
The Unwinnable War (Inbox)
The Religious Right's Record; Street Fighters; Tata Nano