Israel in 2068

Twelve thinkers, writers and statesmen on how Israel will respond to its challenges over the next 60 years

The 2008 TIME 100

Our fifth annual list of the world's most influential people: leaders, thinkers, heroes, artists, scientists and more

The Space Moon Race

The dusty old moon is still a hotspot for space missions around the world. The destination may not have changed since Apollo 11, but our space-racing technology certainly has

Judging American Idol: Hall of Fame

One of the remaining four contestants flubs their lyrics during an evening of songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Nine Ways to Save Money on Gas

You probably already know being thrifty with the air-conditioning and getting a tuneup before a road trip improves your mileage. Here are other smart ways to scrimp

American Idol: Neil Diamond Week

Paula Abdul gets confused after Idol changes the format and makes the judges give their verdict at the end of each round

The Cults That Went Wacko

On the 15th anniversary of the Branch Davidian conflagration in Waco, Texas, a look back at the murderous and suicidal groups that stunned the world

The Best of Asia

Our annual guide to the finest in Asia. And other delights for Mind, Body and Soul

Judging American Idol: It's Cats Week!

The six finalists take on Andrew Lloyd Webber, and James Poniewozik tries to pick which one will be Superstar

How to Win the Global-Warming War

So far the U.S. has largely sat out the war against climate change — but that can change. We have a plan

Debate Scorecard: Obama's Surly Night

He seemed fed up with Clinton's fight during their faceoff in Pennsylvania, but she did nothing to dislodge him from his frontrunner status

Judging American Idol: 7 To Go

It's Mariah Carey week. With advice from the diva songstress herself, do the contestants manage to impress the judges?