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The Challenge That Awaits Obama in Moscow

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

There will be disagreements when President Obama visits Russia. But both Moscow and Washington know the relationship needs mending

How Bad Are Auto Sales? Ten Questions and Answers

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EST

The auto industry's new sales numbers are awful. So what does this mean for Obama's rescue package, cash-for clunkers, and foreign automakers? Here are the answers

TIME's Summer Reading List

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 18:32:04 EST

Summer is a bracingly honest season for readers: it's too hot to pretend to be clever, so you just read books you actually like. TIME asked some of its favorite writers what they read when they read for fun

The Palin I-Quit-arod: A Defining Trait?

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 16:10:00 EST

Should we really have been so surprised? Quitting things seems to be a defining trait of Sarah Palin.

Why Obama's Afghan War is Different

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

A Marine offensive in Helmand prioritizes securing the local population over killing insurgents. That, say U.S. officials, is the key to defeating the Taliban

Local Currencies

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EST

With money tight, towns are printing their own. But is it worth it?

Politically Incorrect

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EST

How Avigdor Lieberman became the most polarizing figure in Israeli politics -- and why he could scuttle Barack Obama's plans for peace in the Middle East

When Benedict Meets Barack

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

The Vatican and the White House juggle their schedules to create a stellar photo opportunity. And Obama and the Pope also have plenty to discuss

Ban Ki Moon Leaves Burma Disappointed

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

After two days in Burma and two rare meetings with the reclusive leader of the country's military government, the UN Secretary General came away with little to show for his diplomatically risky venture

How California's Fiscal Woes Began: A Crisis 30 Years in the Making

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:10:00 EST

Back in 1978, Proposition 13 was a boon to property to owners but it was a slow but sure carcinogen to the body politic. Now the patient is in dire straits

In Liberia, President Johnson Sirleaf's Past Sullies her Clean Image

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

In its final report released yesterday, Liberia's Truth and Reconciliation Commission makes the surprising recommendation that President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa's first elected woman president, should not serve in government for 30 years

The FDA and Painkillers: What's Safe Now?

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:20:00 EST

The recent recommendation by an FDA advisory panel to do away with acetaminophen-containing prescription painkillers raised many questions for consumers. Here are some answers

How Should Europe Respond to Iran?

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:50:00 EST

In the wake of Iran's disputed elections, Tehran has turned on Europe. Now the E.U. has a decision to make: Get tough or keep talking?

This Preposterous Week! Paul Slansky's News Index

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:10:00 EST