The New Science of Dyslexia (Cover Story | Dyslexia)
Why some children struggle so much with reading used to be a mystery. Now researchers know what's wrong—and what to do about it

Minds at Risk (Cover Story | Dyslexia)
Dyslexia is less common in Asia than the U.S., but it's still a big and largely unnoticed problem

What You Can Do (Cover Story | Dyslexia)
If you suspect your child might be dyslexic, it's never too early to help


Bloody Monday
As Bombay suffers the latest in a string of deadly bomb blasts, suspicions focus on domestic Muslim terrorists enraged by Hindu nationalism

Odd Man Out
The six-way talks hosted by China delivered more bluster than progress—a reminder of how tough it will be to coax Kim Jong Il into dropping his nuclear ambitions


Mystery Moves (Notebook | Burma)
A reshuffle in the junta gives Burma-watchers hope, but the outcome is still unclear

Milestones
Paedophile priest killed; Tennis greats retire

Verbatim
Quotes of the Week

Letters
What's Right with Japan

Striking To Death?
South Korean President Roh Moo Hyun may be giving militant unionists just enough rope to hang themselves—and the economy


Soap Dish (Television)
TV writer Eriko Kitagawa churns out award-winning drama by tapping a unique source: herself

Fear of Flying (Books)
An Afghan tale written in exile, The Kite Runner explores friendship, guilt and redemption

Dance of Life (Books)
The surprisingly uplifting tale of a Wanchai bar girl


Sailing in History's Wake
A replica of an ancient ship goes to sea