In this issue
Edition: U.S.
Edition: U.S.
Vol. 165 No. 16
COVER
The TIME 100
(TIME 100)
TIME's list of the men and women whose power, talent or moral example is transforming the world
Audio Feature: The Making of TIME 100 (Web Exclusive / TIME 100)
Executive Editor Adi Ignatius discusses this year's TIME 100 selections. Take a tour behind the scenes
SOCIETY
A Pope's Farewell
Presidents, princes and common pilgrims from around the world poured into Rome to pay final respects to Pope John Paul II
NOTEBOOK
Filibuster Face-off
Senate Democrat Harry Reid stands firm against rising G.O.P. pressure

Does Hunky Santa Make You Want to Shop?
An Italian Town's White (No Foreigners) Christmas
Feeling Alone Together: How Loneliness Spreads
The Cultural Demolition of Kashgar, China
The Year in Health 2009
In Spain, Taking Some Joy Out of the Happy Meal
Abused No More: Rehabilitated Attack Dogs
Where to Find the Best Cyber Monday Deals
Want to Boost Your Memory? Try Sleeping on It
How Guatemala's Most Beautiful Lake Turned Ugly