Settling Old Scores (Asia)
The Montagnards are still paying the price for taking the wrong side in the Vietnam War

What Makes Tom Tick? (COVER STORY)
A behind-the-scenes look at the life of a mega-star


The Punisher
Davao Mayor Rodrigo Duterte keeps the peace in a once lawless city

The Cup Winner
Can football supremo Chung Mong Joon save Korea's ruling party?


Tin Men
Japanese engineers are creating a race of obedient machines for the masses


Person of the Week
Brazilian star Ronaldinho outshone his more famous teammates — until being sent off

It's My Party...
Malaysian PM resigns, breaks down, and is re-installed in a bizarre televised address

Korea's Home Run (ASIA)
The host country's string of wins lifts it into the World Cup semifinals

Superpower Status? (ASIA)
They lost this time, but they'll be back

Free Kicks (ASIA)
Fan Zhiyi's ex-fans; Italy's vendetta; England's prayer

Lay Off the Refs (WORLD CUP 2002)
It's time to stop blaming the refs


Thailand's Big Little Airline
On Bangkok Airways, Getting There is Half the Fun

Hot Seat
A spate of luxury offerings in newly revamped business-class cabins

Detour
Fishing For Customers