COVER

Big Brotherhood (World)

China is undergoing a rare leadership transition at a time of rising social tensions. Inside the world's biggest security state

WORLD

Doing It Their Way

Frustrated by Japan's stagnation, a restless new generation is learning to get ahead by working outside the system

VIEWPOINT

THE CULTURE

A Dead Cert (Travel)

Copenhagen does Halloween with flair

UNITED STATES

The Phenom

Paul Ryan made his name as a budget geek. But on the campaign trail he's been more performer than wonk

COMMENTARY

10 QUESTIONS

LETTERS

Glass Half Full (Inbox)

Feuding Neighbors; We Are the 47%; Big Coal Fights Back; Anger Management