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Edition: South Pacific
Edition: South Pacific
No. 23
COVER
How Twitter Will Change the Way We Live
(Society)
Once just a fad, Twitter is developing into a powerful form of communication. What its growth says about us and the future of American innovation
WORLD
The Final Countdown
(Iran)
As Iran prepares for a pivotal election, the U.S. is still having trouble containing the country's nuclear ambitions. Can Dennis Ross change that?
Bosnia's Islamic Revival
A resurgence of Muslim piety is one spiritual legacy of Bosnia's deadly war, providing solace to a beleaguered generation. But will it also seed further conflict?
LETTERS
Inbox
GLOBAL BUSINESS
Storm Riders
(Strategy)
The downturn doesn't have to be deadly. Some companies aren't just surviving, they're thriving
No Souvenirs (Thinking Big)
Using RFID, one firm makes sure that sponges don't go home with surgical patients
RELIGION
Decoding God's Changing Moods
The ancient Scriptures of Judaism, Christianity and Islam reveal a pattern--and if we read it correctly, there may be hope for reconciliation and religious harmony
TECHNOLOGY
The Plot to Take On The iPhone
(Smart Phones)
Palm, the company that helped create the smart-phone market, is trying to get back in via the Pre--designed by a former Apple star. There's plenty of intrigue, but can anything really compete with the iPhone?

Does Hunky Santa Make You Want to Shop?
An Italian Town's White (No Foreigners) Christmas
Feeling Alone Together: How Loneliness Spreads
The Cultural Demolition of Kashgar, China
The Year in Health 2009
In Spain, Taking Some Joy Out of the Happy Meal
Abused No More: Rehabilitated Attack Dogs
Where to Find the Best Cyber Monday Deals
Want to Boost Your Memory? Try Sleeping on It
How Guatemala's Most Beautiful Lake Turned Ugly