Can Iraq Rule Itself? (Cover Story)
Amid continuing violence, Iraqis prepare for a crucial election. Here's what it will take for the next government to gain legitimacy—and why the new leaders may demand that the U.S. withdraw

Terrorists Home in on Australians (ALLIES)
A truck bomb kills two Iraqis outside the Australian embassy - and it’s likely there are more attacks in store


A Pound of Prevention (Asia)
Public-health workers have done a remarkable job of averting epidemics since the tsunami struck


Requiem for Reform?
Zhao Ziyang's vision of political change in China dims as Hu Jintao hardens the Party line

Gone in 60 Sound Bites
Mark Latham's legacy? A whirlwind of headlines, insults, big ideas and slogans