COVER

Launch Pad

It's here. It's hot. But what on earth is the iPad for?

GLOBAL BUSINESS

Radical Green (Management)

By exceeding regulations, two "dirty" companies gained competitive advantage

SPECIAL REPORT

The Perils of Plastic (Environment)

Chemicals in plastics and other products seem harmless, but mounting evidence links them to health problems — and Washington lacks the power to protect us

LETTERS