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Italy's last one, in Genoa in 2001, was a violent debacle. And it came on the eve of the 9/11 attacks
Top 10 Alter Egos
Some people just can't be themselves. Sacha Baron Cohen's Brüno is just the latest alter egos devised by entertainers or musicians. Here are TIME's 10 favorites
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The July 3 recall of 400,000 cribs after an infant suffocated to death is just the latest massive product recall. TIME recaps 10 of the largest — and most disquieting — recalls to date
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The Tour de France, which kicked off July 4, is a three-week, 2,000-mile test of human endurance. TIME takes a look back at some of the race's greatest moments
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Burger King is just the latest company to roll out a questionable ad campaign. Here, TIME examines some of the most tasteless, inappropriate, or downright disturbing commercials
5 Media Myths Debunked by Michael Jackson's Death
Michael Jackson's death should have provided a blueprint for how new media has overthrown old. But what it actually did was shine a white hot spotlight on the myths of the current media landscape
Appreciation: Michael Jackson 1958 - 2009
On the news of Michael Jackson's death of cardiac arrest on June 25, 2009, the world began to mourn the life of a global icon; the Internet sputtered as fans reached out for more information
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Summer is a bracingly honest season for readers: it's too hot to pretend to be clever, so you just read books you actually like. TIME asked some of its favorite writers what they read when they read for fun
Top 10 Mistresses
When Maria Belen Chapur admitted to being the the object of South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford's affections, she instantly became one of history's famous mistresses
Top 10 Regrettable E-Mails
South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford probably should have thought twice before sending those steamy e-mails to his Argentine mistress. Has Miley Cyrus taught us nothing?
Impersonating Michael Jackson
From tribute videos to puppet monkeys, the best Michael Jackson performances by people who are not, in fact, the King of Pop
High-End Homes That Won't Sell
Despite steep markdowns, these expensive homes from across the country just won't sell
The Making of America: The Legacy of F.D.R.
Franklin D. Roosevelt led the U.S. through a depression and a world war. By the time he died, the nation was profoundly changed — and we owe much of the change to him and his bold presidency
Top 10 Michael Jackson Songs
From enlisting Van Halen for the guitar solo in "Beat It" to borrowing the now-famous refrain "Mama-se, mama-sa, mama-coo-sa" from a Cameroonian saxophonist, Michael Jackson's very best songs drew from influences far and wide
Top 10 Michael Jackson Moments
From the Jackson 5 to Thriller, from family drama to legal trouble, Michael Jackson has led one of the most tumultuous careers of any modern entertainer
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The NBA Draft has long been known for its excessive hype, its unfulfilled promise, and the eye-crossing formalwear donned by basketball's future stars. TIME looks back at some of Draft Day's worst sartorial missteps
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In honor of the 500th anniverary of King Henry VIII's coronation on June 24, 1509, TIME found 10 interesting tales about the famous monarch.
The FDA: Is the Safety Watchdog Getting Tougher?
If the latest product recalls have got you feeling uneasy, here's a quick guide to some of the common household goods that are — and are not — regulated for safety
Ten Best iPhone Apps for Dad
Dads may be sweet and uncomplaining, but they're also impossible to buy presents for. But if your dad has an iPhone, we've got you covered with our guide to the perfect apps for fathers of all ages. Some are even free. Not that you need to tell him that.
1989: The Year that Changed the World
From the Berlin Wall to the Web, from Tiananmen Square to a moment in South Africa, from an oil spill to a banned book — TIME's Summer Journey issue looks back on a year of both hope and despair that transformed our planet forever
Top 10 Players in Iran's Power Struggle
The conflict in Iran is a complex struggle for power within Iran's ruling establishment, and a battle over the country's direction. Here's a who's who of the players that may determine Iran's future in the unfolding drama
Top 10 Contested Elections
As hundreds of thousands of protesters continue to march on Tehran, TIME examines some of the most bitterly disputed elections around the globe
Top 10 Worst Fast Food Meals
Tasty? Yes. But would knowing the calorie counts in these items steer us away? Health advocates — and now the Senate — think so
Economic Forecast: A Fun-Free Recovery
What does the economic world look like when the recession ends? Grim and grimmer
Top 10 U.S. Open Golf Duels
Can Bethpage Black live up to Tiger vs. Rocco? Throughout its 113-year history, the U.S. Open has staged some of the most dramatic and colorful duels in golf. Here are TIME's ten best
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