How to Walk Away
Withdrawing U.S. troops from Iraq won't end the war. But if done right, it could save American lives, contain the violence and restore U.S. credibility. Here's why

Who Lost Pakistan?
Why a key U.S. ally in the war on terrorism is letting al-Qaeda get stronger


Thailand's Endless Woe
Why the troop surge in Thailand's embattled south won't break the region's cycle of violence and sorrow


The New Swimsuit Issue (Life)
Modest beachwear for Muslim women is taking off with secular swimmers too

Vietnam: School's Out
Vietnam's youths desperately want a college education — even though many universities don't make the grade

Book Excerpt: Coping Strategies
In a passage from her new book, Robyn Meredith examines the tectonic shifts in global power brought on by the rise of China and India, the perils of protectionism, and how the West can adapt to remain competitive in the 21st century


Indonesian Art: The Undercutting Edge
Collectors are discovering that contemporary Indonesian art can be a keenly priced investment