Has Obama Changed Politics, or Has It Changed Him? (United States)
In his new, more combative mode, the challenger has begun to dislodge the idea of Hillary Clinton's inevitability. But does going on offense put him on the defensive about changing politics as usual?

'I can make government and public service cool again.' (United States / TIME Interview)
TIME managing editor Richard Stengel met with Senator Obama in Portsmouth, N.H., for a talk on their flight to New York City. Here are highlights of their conversation


Malaysia's Identity Crisis
Racial and religious tensions are forcing Malaysia to grapple with a vexing question: What kind of country does it want to be?


When Biofuel is Bad for the Environment (Environment)
Indonesia's biodiesel industry raises another roadblock in the drive against climate change

An Architect of the Soul (Architecture)
For architect Eko Prawoto, addressing local needs pays emotional dividends

A Passionate Poet from Straitlaced Singapore (Poetry)
Out of Singapore's conservative society and monotonous tower blocks comes a passionate voice


Cultural Evolution (Diversions)
Shanghai's burgeoning arts scene

Sketches of Spain (Amuse Bouche)
Down some tasty Iberian tidbits in Cambodia's only tapas bar

Substance Over Style (Check In)
Singapore's new Naumi hotel loads on the amenities while going minimal on the style

A Good Run for Your Money (TIME Traveler)
Book now before the dollar gets weaker


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