COVER
The Making of a Terrorist (World)
How the lone surviving gunman of the Mumbai massacre made the long journey from a Pakistani village to a bloodstained railroad station
UNITED STATES
The Health Care Crisis Hits Home
When my brother got sick and his insurers refused to pay, he needed help. After a dizzying, infuriating trip through the system, here's how we found it
WORLD
Brazil's New Way
As economies around the globe crash, Latin America's giant is one of the rare bright spots. Has President Lula figured out how to make Brazil work?
LETTERS
Inbox
BUSINESS
Buying Binge
As commodities prices crash, China is snapping up stakes in mining and oil companies to lock in vital resources
LIFE
House-Swapping (Cash Crunch)
Too scared to buy before they sell, some homeowners aim for a trade
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Hero Worship (Movies)
Can a devoted director create a Watchmen for the masses?
ESSAY
The People's Game
The attack on Sri Lanka's cricketers may galvanize Pakistanis to act against terrorism