Mother Teresa's Crisis of Faith
Her secret letters show that she spent almost 50 years without sensing the presence of God in her life. What does her experience teach us about the value of doubt?


Is Abhisit Vejjajiva Thailand's Next Leader?
Thailand's newly approved constitution could pave the way for a return to democracy — and for a young idealist to come to power

Pakistan's New Odd Couple?
His political survival at stake, a crucial U.S. ally in the war on terrorism is forced to contemplate a deal doomed to fail


The Raw Truth about Sushi
Two new histories of sushi show how globalized it has become

Avoiding a Coral Catastrophe
Coral is in greater danger than ever before. To the rescue: volunteer divers


Beyond Borat (TIME Traveler)
The stunning mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi represents the best of Kazakhstan

Tokyo Tailor-Made (Diversions)
Overwhelmed by Japan's megacity? Get a personalized — and luxurious — tour

Butter or Worse (Amuse Bouche)
Dining out in Lhasa? Prepare to leave your comfort zone


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