COVER
Return of the Samurai (World)
Japan's popular, assertive Prime Minister wants to change the country's security stance. Is it time for Tokyo to bare its muscles?
VIEWPOINT
The Limits of Abenomics (The Curious Capitalist)
Yes, Japan's economy is looking up. But deeper reforms are essential
COMMENTARY
Damage Control
How "Disaster University" will reduce death and destruction from natural catastrophes
The Pope Is No Radical
Francis isn't throwing Catholics under the Popemobile. He's calling for new ways of spreading the Church's teachings
Lessons from the Age of Ron and Tip
Obama and Boehner can still get something done. Just take a page from Ron and Tip
SPECIAL REPORT
What Colleges Will Teach in 2025 (Higher Education)
America must resolve the conflict between knowledge and know-how
MIT's President: Better, More Affordable Colleges Start Online (Higher Education)
How digital learning can become a part of every campus
LETTERS
Decoding Putin (Conversation)
WORLD
Behind Iran's Charm Offensive
Hassan Rouhani, Iran's new leader, talks a good game on improving ties with the U.S. Why the White House wants to believe he's for real
Chile's Haunted Vote
Front runners in a presidential election revive memories of a traumatic past