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Issue Dated October 20, 2008

2008-10-10T23:34:32Z

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The Sisterhood Summit
Whenever powerful women gather, Sarah Palin is bound to arise as a
conversational centerpiece. Newsweek convened an all-star lineup for its annual Women in Leadership conference. They share their views on Palin's rise, Hillary Clinton's next move and where feminism is headed

The Ties That Bind
What can you tell about a politician from the way he knots his necktie? The answer is more nuanced and complex than you might suspect. Read the story--and watch a video

Highlights
The latest from our writers on the economy, the election and more.

Barbara Kantrowitz and Pat Wingert write about women and stress in this week's Her Body column.
Robert J. Samuelson offers insightful and sober analysis of the economic crisis and D.C.'s response.
Follow the crucial final days of the 2008 presidential campaign in Howard Fineman's Race to the Finish blog.
Get the latest behind-the-scenes news in Michael Isikoff and Mark Hosenball's Terror Watch.
Every Friday, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter for an inside-the-Beltway take on the 2008 campaign.

American Leaders: From Rabble to Royals
The most popular stories, galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Oct. 10

'Photos: Women On What Matters Most'
From Newsweek's "Women in Leadership" conference, stars at the top of their game.

'The Palin Problem'
Good debate. But governing requires knowledge, and mindless populism is just that--mindless.

'The Man Who Would Be King'
If George Washington had been made monarch, this Texas family would be American royalty today.

'How to Keep Him From Cheating'
A new book looks at why some men stray, and discusses what women can do to stop it.

'The Pornification of a Generation'
A new book traces porn's migration into the cultural mainstream--and what it means for kids.

'Big Hair, Big Show'
On "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders:Making the Team," the scariest person doesn't cheer.

'Obama's 'Good Will' Hunting'
Federal Election Commission auditors probe some suspicious filings from small Obama donors.

'Palin, McCain and the Weeks Ahead'
Karl Rove argues that Palin's ability to inspire the public is an underappreciated asset.

'The Fall of America, Inc.'
The historian Francis Fukuyama on the collapse of a strain of capitalism--and how to revive it.

'Photos:Eight Bad Sports-Watching Snacks'
It's game time, and you're ready to get your snack on. A gallery of some of the worst options.

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NATION
Get daily reports from the campaign trail, including video, blogs and Web-only stories from our political team
See Newsweek's latest poll, which shows Obama leading

SOCIETY
Read Sharon Begley's science blog, Lab Notes

BUSINESS
Even some experts have trouble understanding the economic crisis. Test your financial literacy

ENTERPRISE
Watch a video of Richard M. Smith's interview with Peter Ueberroth

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Faces of Economic Fear
Last week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average had its worst week ever, and nothing was able to stop the market's slide--not the United States' bailout plans, not even coordinated rate cuts among many nations. Our photo gallery looks at how the world's traders are holding up under the gloom. Visit

What Matters Most in Life
This week's special issue on Women and Leadership honors accomplished women from around the world. View photos and videos of actress Rosario Dawson, doctor Helene Gayle and more.

Highlights
Here are some of the columnists, guest writers and bloggers you can find on Newsweek.com.

In a new column, Sameer Reddy looks into the post-Olympic lives of some of the world's most famous athletes.
Michael Isikoff and Mark Hosenball weigh in on Iranian arms deals in their column, Terror Watch.
Join the debate at PostGlobal, where Fareed Zakaria and others talk about the issues behind the latest headlines.
Will the bailout work, or will stocks plunge further? Robert Samuelson dissects the economic news.
Baghdad-based Larry Kaplow reports on life in Iraq, from weapons caches to games played during Ramadan.

Bloomberg's Era and America in Decline
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Oct. 10

1. 'The Palin Problem'
She beat Biden by not imploding. But governing requires knowledge, not mindless populism.

2. 'Zakaria: It's the Age of Bloomberg, not Thatcher'
It's time to figure out what works, not what ideological mantras to keep repeating

3. 'The Man Who Would Be King'
If George Washington had been made monarch, this Texas family would be American royalty today.

4. 'How to Keep Him From Cheating'
A new book on why some men stray, and what women can do to stop it.

5. 'The Pornification of a Generation'
A new book traces porn culture from adult theaters to the mainstream.

6. 'The Fall of America, Inc.'
A certain vision of capitalism has collapsed. How do we restore faith in the brand?

7. 'Photos: What They Got Away With'
How the top dogs on Wall Street walked away from the rubble unscathed, pockets overbrimming.

8. 'Subprime Suspects'
Why the right is blaming low-income homeowners for the financial crisis, and why they're wrong.

9. 'The Perils of Thrift'
How China and the United States, the dynamic duo of capitalism, might be weighing each other down.

10. 'Graphic: Swing States in the 2008 Election'
See which states are torn, leaning or undecided, and learn how they voted in the past.

ALSO

Read more Swansea picks
View our interactive graphic on NATO's flash points
Read how China's ownership society is just getting started
Read about the good news for Indonesia's orangutans

Issue Dated October 13, 2008

2008-10-04T19:43:16Z

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Do You Speak Bailout?
America is in crisis. The newspapers are filled with strange and scary stories about economic wreckage. How much of it do you understand? Can you tell us what a LIBOR rate is? Know your way around a mark-to-market? Or what it means to engage in naked short-selling? Take our financial turmoil quiz, online later this week.

Baghdad's Lords of the Ring
It's an unusual game: teams of men study each other to figure out who's hiding a ring in his fist, and in which hand. Read about this venerable Iraqi pastime, and watch a video of the action.

Highlights

Follow the crucial final days of the presidential campaign in Howard Fineman's Race to the Finish blog.
Learn about the latest research in psychology and sociology in Wray Herbert's Mind Matters column.
In his daily politics blog, Stumper, Andrew Romano follows the slings and arrows along the campaign trail.
For a rigorous look at the latest discoveries in the world of science, see Sharon Begley's blog, Lab Notes.
Michael Hirsh covers foreign policy and the campaign in The World From Washington column.

The Speech and Debate Claws
The most popular stories, galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Oct. 3

'Palin is Ready? Please'
John McCain says he always puts country first. But not in picking a No. 2, argues Fareed Zakaria.

'Photos:Taxpayer Anger Over the Bailout'
As Congress debated a $700 billion rescue for Wall Street, citizen-activists rose up in protest.

'Photos:Golden Parachutes'
Their firms may have failed, or required emergency assistance. But these CEOs still got paid.

'What If Obama Loses?'
African-Americans had begun to believe the Democrat had a chance. Now, they fear a defeat.

'McCain Won. But Will it Matter?'
Our political blogger Stumper studies the political fallout from the first presidential debate.

'The Monster That Ate Wall Street'
How "credit default swaps"--an insurance against bad loans--turned from a smart bet into a killer.

'How to Keep Him From Cheating'
A new book examines why some men stray in relationships--and what women can do about it.

'Photos: A History of Economic Downturns'
It may be a dark hour on Wall Street. But the crunch is hardly unprecedented.

'The Vices of Their Virtues'
Unpacking the temperaments of the two candidates--and how they would govern.

'The Credit You Deserve'
Getting a loan may be harder these days. But it's not impossible. Where to look.

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WOMEN & LEADERSHIP
See photos of women leaders

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Formula One Goes Dark
Can Formula One, the fabled European racing event, make the transition to the developing world? F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone certainly thinks so. Last week, Singapore held its first race; the event took place at night so that Western audiences could watch it live. Now Abu Dhabi, India and South Korea are considering their own night races.

Zardari's 'Fight to the Death'
In Pakistan's battle against Islamic militants, the country's new president, Asif Ali Zardari, is increasingly isolated and besieged, set upon by a hostile media and jittery allies.

Highlights
Here are some of the bloggers, columnists and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

Submit your questions about energy online. Fareed Zakaria will use the best ones in upcoming interviews.
Don't know a CDO from a CEO? Daniel Gross explains the mess on Wall Street and more in his weekly columns.
Are more troops the answer in Afghanistan? Mark Hosenball and Michael Isikoff weigh the pros and cons.
Andrew Romano and others put Obama and McCain under the microscope on our politics blog, Stumper.
Think the moon landing was a hoax? Sharon Begley writes about our belief in conspiracies on her science blog.

Hello, Washington? It's Wall Street. Please Help.
The most popular stories, galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Oct. 3.

1. 'Palin is Ready? Please'
McCain says that he always puts country first. In this important case, that is simply not true.

2. 'Photos: Taxpayer Anger Over Economy, Bailout'
An assortment of American reactions over the crisis on Wall Street and the ensuing rescue plan.

3. 'Photos: CEOs' Golden Parachutes'
Do these high-power risk takers deserve to walk away unscathed from the firms they ruined?

4. 'Shades of Schadenfreude'
The bail-out horror is almost unbearable for international onlookers … almost.

5. 'The Monster That Ate Wall Street'
How 'credit default swaps'--which insure against bad loans--turned from a smart bet into a killer.

6. 'How to Keep Him From Cheating'
A new book on why some men stray, and what women can do to stop it.

7. 'Photos: A History of Economic Downturns'
How does the disaster on Wall Street measure up against these infamous nosedives?

8. 'The Vices of Their Virtues'
McCain is impetuous? Obama is coolly detached? What does that mean for how they'd govern?

9. 'When Atheists Attack'
Sam Harris, author and noted provocateur, rips Sarah Palin and defends elitism.

10. 'Photos: Insane Asylums Around the World'
A photographer explores the globe's sanitariums, where patients can be treated as less than human.

ALSO

Our correspondents on the world's reaction to the economic meltdown
Photos of the credit crunch's impact around the globe
Read more Austin travel picks

Issue Dated Oct. 6, 2008

2008-09-27T20:29:58Z

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The 40-Day Wind Sprint
It may seem as though the 2008 campaign has been with us forever. But it's crunch time now. The candidates have just under 40 days to close the deal with the American electorate. Howard Fineman, NEWSWEEK's senior Washington correspondent, counts the race down in a new daily blog.

A Shameful Legacy
Photographer Eugene Richards wandered the world to document deplorable conditions in mental institutions. His work shines a harsh light on places where basic human rights can be hard to find. See a gallery of his work.

Wall Street's Bill Comes Due
They're financial titans--with the compensation packages to prove it. But what happens when the bottom falls out? Should the CEOs still get the big payday while employees and taxpayers suffer? See a gallery examining some of the biggest names in the subprime mess and what's happening to their wallets

Highlights
See Newsweek.com for the latest from our writers on the economy, the election and more.

Andrew Romano follows the slings and arrows along the campaign trail in Stumper, a daily politics blog.
See Daniel Gross's Money Culture column for continuing coverage of Wall Street's financial woes.
Robert J. Samuelson offers insightful and sober analysis of the economic crisis and D.C.'s response.
Every Friday, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter for an inside-the-Beltway take on the 2008 campaign.
Jonathan Alter weighs in on the campaigns of John McCain and Barack Obama as America gets ready to vote.

The Politics of Bailing Out
The most popular stories, galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Sept. 26

'Photos: Golden Parachutes' Their firms may have failed, or required emergency assistance. But these CEOs still got paid.

'When Atheists Attack' Sam Harris, author and noted provocateur,defends elitism and tears into Sarah Palin.

'The Ur-Text of a Tabloid Age' It's high season for the National Enquirer, an odd creature in the American media menagerie.

'All the Candidates' Cars' Forget about houses. How many cars do the candidates' families have? McCains: 13. Obamas: 1.

'Whatever Happened to Post-Partisan Politics?' Barack Obama promised a different kind of campaign. But lately it's been more of the same.

'Photos: A History of the National Enquirer' At first, it was blood and gore. Then UFOs. And now, celebrity scandal. A tabloid's greatest hits.

'A Gloomy Vista for Microsoft' Hiring a TV star from the 1990s helps fix the impression that Microsoft is in a time warp.

'Biden Fires Up the Gaffe-o-Meter' Joe Biden regularly goes off-message from the Obama team. Our blogger Stumper keeps tabs.

'The Changing Face of Abortion' Teen abortion rates have plummeted in the past 30 years. Why isn't the same true for older women?

'Photos: A History of Economic Downturns' It's a dark hour on Wall Street. But the crunch is hardly unprecedented.

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NATION
Howard Fineman, NEWSWEEK's senior Washington correspondent, counts the race down in a new daily blog.
Get daily reports from the campaign trail, including video, blogs and Web-only stories from our political team

BUSINESS
See a graphic of the players who must fix the financial crisis.
Meet Americans who have been hurt by the financial crisis in our photo gallery.

FROM NEWSWEEK'S INTERNATIONAL EDITIONS

What About the Rest of Us?
Wall Street's problems have captured the attention of the the White House and the media. But on America's Main Streets, worried workers and cash-strapped families are wondering if anyone is paying attention to them. View photos of Americans coping with the economic crisis.

Shock(ing) Treatments
Photographer Eugene Richards traveled to psychiatric facilities around the world, from Paraguay to Kosovo, and found that in many places, the mentally ill are forced to survive in animalistic conditions. View a selection of his photos.

Highlights
These are some of the bloggers, contributors and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

Politics guru Howard Fineman offers daily analysis on the U.S. elections from now until Nov. 4.

Brian Braiker's new blog, The Troll, covers viral videos, slick new gadgets and more in the world of technology.

Join the debate at PostGlobal, where Fareed Zakaria and others talk about the issues behind the latest news headlines.

Will chemo work for you? Sharon Begley answers this and other scientific queries on her blog, Lab Notes.

How much will the bailout cost American tax-payers? Robert Samuelson does the math in his latest column.

The Enquirer's Legacy, Microsoft's Image Problem
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Sept. 26

1. 'Photos: What They Got Away With'
A gallery of top executives who received bountiful going-away presents from failed firms.
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2. 'When Atheists Attack'
Sam Harris, author and provocateur, rips Sarah Palin--and defends elitism.
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3. 'The Ur-Text of a Tabloid Age'
It's high season for the National Enquirer, one of the strangest creatures in the media menagerie.
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4. 'Why McCain Loves Misha'
We take a look at the strange relationship between the tough-talking Republican and the Bear.
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5. 'Photos: A History of the National Enquirer'
From celebrity scandals to UFOs, a gallery of the best covers ever to grace the checkout line.
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6. 'A Gloomy Vista for Microsoft'
Hiring a TV star from the 1990s only adds to the impression that Microsoft is a time warp.
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7. 'The Changing Face of Abortion'
Teen abortion rates have plummeted. Why aren't they decreasing for older women?
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8. 'Photos: A Century of Medical Oddities'
Historical pictures of unusual medical conditions from Philadelphia's Mütter Museum.
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9. 'Photos: History of Economic Downturns'
How does the disaster on Wall Street measure up against these infamous nosedives?
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10. 'What Is It Really Going to Cost?'
Digging deeper into the economics of the U.S. government's proposed $700 billion bailout.
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Also

Read Melinda Liu's take on China's tainted-milk scandal

Issue Dated September 29, 2008

2008-09-19T22:51:40Z

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Surfing the Currents
Struggling to keep pace with all the cutting-edge technology and the latest viral sensations on the Web? Let us be your crafty and irreverent tour guide. Check out our newest blog, The Troll

Highlights
See Newsweek.com for the latest from our writers on the economy, the election and more.

Andrew Romano follows the slings and arrows along the campaign trail in Stumper, a daily politics blog.
See Daniel Gross's Money Culture column for continuing coverage of Wall Street's financial woes.
Read how Detroit is handling the economic downturn in Keith Naughton's Driving Forces column.
Every Friday, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter for an inside-the-Beltway take on the 2008 campaign.
For a rigorous look at the latest discoveries in the world of science, see Sharon Begley's blog, Lab Notes.

Of Markets and Running Mates: Downturn Edition
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Sept. 19

'Villa for Sale: Two Bucks'
To help stimulate investment, a town in Sicily is giving its dilapidated buildings away.

'Palin's Faltering Favorability Ratings'
The GOP veep candidate made a splash at first, but her poll numbers trended downward last week.

'Photos: Sacred Steel'
Metal salvaged from the World Trade Center has been preserved in tribute to the victims of 9/11.

'Photos: A History of Economic Downturns'
Amid Wall Street's latest meltdown, a look back at other U.S. financial crises and how we coped.

'Why Men Love "Gossip Girl"'
Yes, it's a chick show. But it features well-rounded male characters, too. A critic's confession.

'Drawing Even'
The latest Newsweek Poll showed John McCain and Barack Obama deadlocked in the presidential race.

'How Worried Should You Be?'
As the world reeled from collapses and bailouts, a look at how individuals can insulate themselves.

'Invisible and Overlooked'
A growing population of lesbian and gay seniors seeks recognition for their unique challenges.

'To Work or Not?'
A new study finds that kids of privileged families fare worse when Mom works outside the home.

'A Police Chief, a Lawsuit, a Small-Time Mayor'
Long before Troopergate, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin was involved in a similar episode in Wasilla.

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What They Got Away With
Chief executives at big banks make millions to take big risks. But what happens when they fail? Should CEOs get golden parachutes while employees get only broken dreams? View a gallery of some of the nicest farewell gifts ever.

Giving Globally
A quiz on how people are making a difference.

1. Which species is closest to extinction?
    a.    California condor
    b.    Polar bear
    c.    Bald eagle
    d.    Emperor penguin

2. Driving at 100 kilometers per hour instead of 110 reduces a typical vehicle's fuel consumption by how much?
    a.    19.6 percent
    b.    8.2 percent
    c.    5 percent
    d.    10 percent

3. How many $200 laptops has the One Laptop Per Child Foundation distributed to children living in poverty?
    a.    2 million
    b.    1 million
    c.    500,000
    d.    250,000

4. Buying shade-grown coffee benefits which of these populations?
    a.    Migratory birds
    b.    Farmers
    c.    Trees
    d.    All of the above

Highlights
Here are some of the columnists, bloggers and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

Sumit Ganguly's latest column argues that Pakistan has made only a fitful commitment to halting terrorism.
As the bailouts and bankruptcies continue, turn to Daniel Gross's columns for insight into the latest news.
A power-sharing deal in Zimbabwe has helped the economy, writes Scott Johnson in a post on our Why It Matters blog.
Will Tzipi Livni be the next Israeli prime minister? Kevin Peraino analyzes the political scene in Jerusalem.
Join the debate at PostGlobal, where Fareed Zakaria and others talk about the issues behind the latest news headlines.

Palin Loses Steam, Election Deadlock
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Sept. 19

1. 'Medical Mystery'
Morgellons, a mysterious skin disorder, has the CDC baffled, yet some still deny its existence.

2. 'Villa for Sale: $2'
To stimulate investment, a town in Sicily is giving its dilapidated buildings away.

3. 'Palin's Favorability Ratings Begin to Falter'
Weeks after joining the campaign, McCain's VP gem is losing her luster.

4. 'Photos: 9/11 Steel Beams Become Memorials'
Remnants of the World Trade Center serve as memorial icons around the world.

5. 'Photos: A History of Economic Downturns'
How does the crisis on Wall Street stack up against history's biggest financial disasters?

6. 'Drawing Even'
The new Newsweek Poll shows McCain and Obama in a deadlock.

7. 'Photos: The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars'
These sleek, ecofriendly automobiles are easy on the eyes, and the gas tank

8. 'How Worried Should You Be?'
How to insulate your investment from the meltdown on Wall Street.

9. 'It's Not Just White Girls'
Anorexics can be male, elderly, Latino, black or pregnant. A new book undercuts old stereotypes.

10. 'Sad Brain, Happy Brain'
How cognitive neuroscience is decoding our emotions, and how our brains feel about that.

Also

The U.S. government is showering money on Wall Street. Will Detroit carmakers get a bailout, too?
Asian nations had their own financial crisis in 1997-1998. Read the lessons learned in those turbulent years.
China can shoot down satellites. Should we worry?
Read an interview with the ousted U.S. ambassador

Issue Dated September 22, 2008

2008-09-13T16:14:17Z

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Motherhood in Midlife
It is a very special kind of baby boom: the number of women over 40 who have given birth has more than doubled over the past 20 years. What's driving this trend, and what are the particular risks and rewards of starting a family, or adding to it, in life's middle passage? Read the story and view a photo gallery of celebrated moms over 40

Preparing for Twilight
Gay Americans confront unique issues as they age. A new generation of seniors is standing up and demanding improvements in health care and legal protections for the gay community. Plus: a report on the complications of aging with HIV.

Highlights
Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest take on the election, the economy and everything else.

Pat Wingert and Barbara Kantrowitz write about women's health and issues in their column, Her Body.
For an insightful analysis of business and economics, read Daniel Gross's invaluable Money Culture column.
Robert J. Samuelson covers the current financial crisis in his Judgment Calls column.
Get the latest behind-the-scenes news in Michael Isikoff and Mark Hosenball's Terror Watch.
And for daily updates from the campaign trail, don't miss Andrew Romano's Stumper blog.

Memorializing 9/11--and Calculating the Palin Factor
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Sept. 12

'Photos: Sacred Steel'
Metal salvaged from the World Trade Center has been preserved in tribute to the victims of 9/11.

'Struggling School-Age Boys'
A new study suggests that parents are right to worry about their sons.

'Photos: The Career of Gov. Palin'
She emerged from political obscurity to become the GOP's veep pick. Her life and times.

'An Apostle of Alaska'
She's a moose-hunting mom who juggles BlackBerrys and kids. But what does Gov. Palin believe?

'So Who's Winning This Thing?'
Stumper takes a step back from the hand-to-hand combat to assess the battlefield.

'Team McCain and the Trooper'
An ally of GOP presidential nominee John McCain moves to curb an investigation of Gov. Palin.

'Another Kind of Addict'
What exactly is sex addiction, and how are those who suffer from the disorder treated?

'It's Not Just White Girls'
Anorexics can be male, old, Latino, black or pregnant. A new book undercuts old stereotypes.

'Bum Rap'
A clothing fad puts suggestive phrases on the backside--posing fresh challenges for schools.

'Friends Like These'
How the protracted fall of Detroit's mayor hurts Barack Obama's chances in Michigan.

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Who is Sarah Palin? A photographic look at the life and career of Sen. John McCain's historic running mate

HEALTH
Watch an original video about the mind-body connection
Read more reader questions and the doctor's answers

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The Midlife Baby Boom
Biological clocks be damned, more women than ever are having babies at an age when previous generations might have been sending their kids off to college. But even with recent medical advances, middle-aged maternity isn't easy. Meet a diverse group of midlife mothers in our gallery.

Highlights
These are some of the bloggers, columnists and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

Iraq's Sunni fighters quelled Al Qaeda, but will they stay loyal to Shiite leadership? Larry Kaplow has the full story.
Fareed Zakaria brings you the latest insight into global events. Go online to submit your questions on world affairs.
Economists once thought the world could steam ahead while the U.S. languished. Not so, says Daniel Gross.
A new cold war? On our Why It Matters blog, Owen Matthews looks at Russia's future with the West and Georgia.
Can avatars be racist? Sharon Begley discusses that and other questions of science on her blog, Lab Notes.

Sacred Steel and Particle Physics
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Sept. 12

1. 'Photos: 9/11 Steel Beams Become Memorials'
How the steel remnants of 9/11 are serving as victim tributes around the world.

2. 'Photos: The Career of Gov. Sarah Palin'
From the Barracuda's early days on the basketball court to her career as a political activist.

3. 'An Apostle of Alaska'
We know the moose-hunting, Blackberry-juggling mom. But who's the real Sarah Palin?

4. 'Another Kind of Addict'
What is sex addiction, and how are those who suffer from it, like actor David Duchovny, treated?

5. 'Global Literacy Quiz'
Take your brain for a spin! Test your knowledge in NEWSWEEK's annual Global Literacy Quiz.

6. 'It's Not Just White Girls'
Anorexics can be male, elderly, Latino, black or pregnant. A new book undercuts old stereotypes.

7. 'Can You Say 'Sexist'?'
Time to learn, Republicans. The party that trashed the women's movement finds its inner feminist.

8. 'What Will the Collider Tell Us?'
Flipping the ON switch to history's biggest and most expensive experiment.

9. 'Photos: A Century of Medical Oddities'
We've compiled the weirdest medical phenomena the last two centuries have to offer.

10. 'We Fought Cancer...And Cancer Won'
After decades of hit-or-miss treatments, it's time to rethink the war on cancer.

Also:

Read more Todos Santos picks
Read an interview on the Indian agricultural crisis
Read a review of the new "Crowdsourcing" book by Jeff Howe

Issue Dated September 15, 2008

2008-09-05T22:00:32Z

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The Latest Shipping News
America's ports are not generally thought of as the most ecologically advanced places on the planet. But a green wave is lapping at their shores. In Los Angeles and Long Beach, Calif., home to two of the nation's busiest docks, officials are using electric trucks, tugboats and alternative fuels--all means of trying to get clean and go green. As a result, the two port cities are becoming a model for other maritime communities around the country. Read about it.

Last Year's Model
Ad pages are off in important magazines. So the fashion industry is reaching out to some familiar faces. Supermodels from the '90s are gracing some of the biggest ad campaigns--hoping to attract consumers and clients alike. Read the story and view a then-and-now gallery.

Highlights
Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest take on the election, the economy and everything else.

Pat Wingert and Barbara Kantrowitz write about the gender gap on antidepressants in their Her Body column.
For an insightful analysis of business and economics, read Daniel Gross's invaluable Money Culture column.
Get the latest behind-the-scenes news in Michael Isikoff's and Mark Hosenball's Terror Watch.
Daniel McGinn covers the harrowing world of real estate and mortgages in his Resident Expert column.
For an inside look at Congress and the White House, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter, posted every Friday.

A Republican Rocket in the Minnesota Sky
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Sept. 5

'Another Kind of Addict'
David Duchovny admits to a sex addiction. A closer look at the disorder and how to treat it.

'Photos: The Career of Gov. Sarah Palin'
She emerged from political obscurity to become the GOP's veep pick. Her life and times.

'McCain's "Hail Sarah" Pass?'
Gov. Palin's convention debut made for good theater. But there's a reason rookies rarely score big.

'Hidden Depths'
John McCain seems easy to caricature. But he's more complicated than you might think.

'A Clinton Supporter Defects to McCain'
A video chat with Hillary ally John Coale on why he's voting Republican this fall.

'Photos: A Maverick's Path'
McCain's journey, from his father's military footsteps to the doorway of the White House.

'Why I Am Leaving Guyland'
The male world of Peter Pans--and what it's like to leave it behind for the allure of marriage.

'The GOP's Natural'
For at least one night, Sarah Palin showed the Republican Party a star power to match Obama.

'A Visit to Palin's Church'
Scripture and discretion were on the program during a recent visit to Wasilla, Alaska.

'Palin in the Green Room'
Newsweek's Karen Breslau shares a personal moment with Alaska's suddenly famous governor.

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Firing Up the Party Faithful
John McCain's day finally arrived. Boosted by the combative speech of Alaska governor and vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin, McCain completed his journey from maverick to leading man at the Republican National Convention last week. Get a look at the action behind the scenes in our exclusive photo gallery.

Exhuming Civil War Victims
By the time the Civil War in Spain ended in 1939, hundreds of thousands of people had been killed--most at the hands of Francisco Franco. Recently, Spanish authorities have made it easier to find their graves.

Highlights
A sampling of the columnists, bloggers and personalities to be found on Newsweek.com.

Read Fareed Zakaria and join the conversation about the role the United States is playing in foreign affairs.
If oil prices are starting to fall, then why is inflation still a problem? Find out in Dan Gross's Web column.
Take advantage of Robert J. Samuelson's insights into business, politics and the world economy.
A Sicilian town is selling off homes for next to nothing, reports Barbie Nadeau. See which celebs are buying.
Now that the American election campaign is kicking into gear, consult Andrew Romano's blog, Stumper.

The Real McCain, Church With the Palins
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Sept. 5

'Another Kind of Addict'
David Duchovny admits to a sex addiction. A closer look at the disorder and how to treat it.

'Photos: The Career of Gov. Sarah Palin'
She emerged from political obscurity to become the GOP's veep pick. Her life and times.

'McCain's "Hail Sarah" Pass?'
Gov. Palin's convention debut made for good theater. But there's a reason rookies rarely score big.

'Hidden Depths'
John McCain seems easy to caricature. But he's more complicated than you might think.

'A Clinton Supporter Defects to McCain'
A video chat with Hillary ally John Coale on why he's voting Republican this fall.

'Photos: A Maverick's Path'
McCain's journey, from his father's military footsteps to the doorway of the White House.

'Photos: A Century of Medical Oddities'
A collection of historic photographs from Philadelphia's Mutter Museum

'The GOP's Natural'
For at least one night, Sarah Palin showed Republicans a star power to match Obama's.

'A Visit to Palin's Church'
Scripture and discretion are on the program in Wasilla, inside Governor Palin's place of worship.

'Lab Notes: Why You Can't Swat a Fly'
With the help of science, man conquers an anoying, buzzing little beast.

Check out more correspondents picks.
Read more columns by Barton Biggs in the archives
What's holding back the electric car? Find out in a Q&A
Read ongoing coverage of Russia in the blog Why It Matters
Read more about the Large Hadron Collider

Issue Dated September 8, 2008

2008-08-30T16:52:32Z

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Now, the Battle Is Joined
How will the Republicans answer the fireworks at Invesco Field? Newsweek.com takes you backstage at the GOP convention as our political team keeps tabs on the strategy and the players. Read the latest news and analysis. Watch video of newsmakers, the latest political humor and live Webcasts. And get ready to rumble in November.

Highlights
Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest coverage from our political columnists and bloggers.

Jon Meacham is coanchoring our live video Webcasts all week from the GOP convention in Minnesota.
Go behind the scenes at the Republican National Convention with Jonathan Alter and colleagues.
This includes Howard Fineman, who will offer news and analysis from the convention and insights from party officials.
Holly Bailey has the McCain campaign covered, including the candidate and key staffers.
Read an interview with Curtis Sittenfeld, author of "American Wife,"
And Andrew Romano's Stumper blog reports on the serious, the silly and the sublime. Not to be missed.

Politics and Prose in Denver
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Aug. 29

'Photos: Of Moas and Monsters'
Amid buzz about the "Montauk monster," a history of mysterious and mythical creatures

'No Ordinary Joe'
The politics of Barack Obama's vice presidential pick, and what Senator Biden brings to the party

'The Sasquatch Sequel'
Bigfoot hunters are still reeling from the latest hoax, but some scientists are keeping the faith

'A Plot in Denver'
Police investigate a drug and gun case. Was a plot to assassinate Barack Obama involved?

'Oral Exam'
Speechwriters for George W. Bush and Bill Clinton critique the Democratic convention oratory.

'Sorry, Pal, You're Rich'
Can you be middle class and earn $250,000? Investigating the idea that wealth is a state of mind.

'Is Seeing Believing?'
In the age of Photoshop, the "Montauk monster" picture raises questions about truth and imagery

'Photos: The Making of Joe Biden'
Chronicling the rise of Delaware's senior senator, from Wilmington to Washington to Obama's side

'The Change Obama Needed '
Biden's foreign-policy cred may help the ticket. But his scrappy instincts matter more politically.

'On His Own'
Barack Obama's strength comes from his father. Inside the making of a self-reliant man.

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The End of Hood Hardware
Early cars required external radiator caps and temperature gauges on their hoods. Designers turned them into miniature works of art--a sleek beast or a winged woman captured the car's identity. Now that they're not technologically necessary, hood ornaments are dwindling in number. Near the end of an era, a gallery looks back at some of the best bonnet toppers.

Highlights
Here's a sampling of the bloggers, columnists and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

Adam Kushner continues his coverage of the U.S. political conventions, and what they mean for the world.
Athletes make millions from endorsements. Sameer Reddy writes on what that says about sports and fame.
Visit the site for an opportunity to submit questions for the next Future of Energy interview with Fareed Zakaria.
In a new column, Sumit Ganguly explores whether the contested Kashmir region should become independent.
Can Rio be saved? Mac Margolis looks at efforts to turn around the failing Brazilian city, starting with its finances.

Biden's Advantage, Apple's Legacy
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Aug. 29.

1. 'Photos: Of Moas and Monsters'
A photographic tour of our obsession with mysterious, hard-to-find or mythical animals.

2. 'Photos: Large and in Charge'
A curious collection of plus-size pets, mammoth mammals and other colossal creatures.

3. 'Photos: Russia Makes Itself at Home'
Images that communicate the despair in Georgia, and recall memories of Russia's iron fist.

4. 'The Sasquatch Sequel'
Bigfoot hunters are still reeling from the latest hoax, but some scientists keep the faith.

5. 'Oral Exam'
Two former presidential speechwriters critique the oratory at the Democratic convention.

6. 'Sorry, Pal, You're Rich'
Can you be middle-class and earn $250,000? Dan Gross regrets to inform you that, no, you can't.

7. 'Is Seeing Believing'
Photoshop raises questions about the 'Montauk Monster' and the accuracy of photography.

8. 'The Change Obama Needed'
Joe Biden's foreign-policy experience is helpful, but his other abilities are more important.

9. 'Global Literacy Quiz'
Take your brain for a spin! Test your knowledge in NEWSWEEK's annual Global Literacy Quiz.

10 'Photos: Apple's Seeds of Innovation'
Landmark moments celebrating Apple's 30 years of making cutting-edge and cutesy products.

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Read an interview with the ADB's chief economist
Read more Global Investor columns in the archives

Issue Dated September 1, 2008

2008-08-23T19:11:03Z

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Getting Ready to Rumble
Let the gala begin! Log on to Newsweek.com for comprehensive coverage of the Democratic National Convention in Denver--featuring breaking news and analysis from Newsweek's all-star political lineup, critiques of the oratory by former presidential speechwriters, the latest political humor, live video Webcasts of the proceedings and much, much more.

Highlights
Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest coverage from our political columnists and bloggers.

Go behind the scenes at the Democratic National Convention with Howard Fineman and colleagues.
Including Jonathan Alter, who will offer daily analysis and news from the convention floor in Denver.
Along with Eleanor Clift, covering party insiders, Washington leaders and the media scene.
Richard Wolffe has got the Obama campaign covered, from the VP pick to the nominee's big speech.
And Andrew Romano's Stumper blog reports on the serious, the silly and the sublime. Not to be missed.

Mysteries and Political Maneuvers
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Aug. 22

'Photos: Of Moas and Monsters'
Amid buzz about the "Montauk monster," a history of mysterious and mythical creatures.

'Is Seeing Believing?'
In the age of Photoshop, the "Montauk monster" picture raises questions about truth and imagery.

'Simple Pleasures'
The U.S. military helped reopen public pools in Baghdad this summer. All did not go swimmingly.

'Exit Musharraf'
An exclusive report on the Pakistani president's plans to resign and leave the country.

'The Smear Gap'
Jonathan Alter argues that John McCain's latest round of attacks on Barack Obama are out of bounds.

'A Croc … of Wit'
A sampling of readers' passionate reaction to our rant against the popular rubber clogs.

'The Great Lobster Mystery'
Food prices are soaring. So why is it that lobster has been so cheap this summer?

'A Toxic Spew?'
Regulatory officials overseeing the oil and gas industry are asking, "Is 'fracking' safe?"

'Realty Denial'
Homeowners are growing more optimistic, but housing-market forecasts remain bleak.

'Young, Gay and Murdered'
Are schools ready to handle complex questions of sexual identity? Inside a teen tragedy.

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An Unconventional History
The finely choreographed spectacles of today's political conventions are a recent phenomenon. Throughout most of American history, the messy business of democracy was worked out right on the convention floor. Rather than hoisting placards and releasing balloons, delegates debated, bargained and brawled for control of the parties and their platforms. Explore the two-century evolution of the American political convention in a photo gallery.

Highlights
These are some of the bloggers, columnists and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.

What does the Russia-Georgia conflict mean for American policy towards Iran? Christopher Dickey explains.
Join the debate at PostGlobal, where Fareed Zakaria and others talk about the issues behind the latest news headlines.
The Democratic convention begins this week, and Andrew Romano follows the pageantry on his Stumper blog.
On the eve of his departure from Iraq, General David Petraeus discusses the status of the war and its future.
You've watched athletes fight for Olympic gold, but what were they wearing? Sameer Reddy analyzes sporting fashion.

Mythical Creatures and Musharraf's Farewell
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending August 22.

1. 'Photos: Of Moas and Monsters'
A photographic tour of our obsession with mysterious, hard-to-find or mythical animals.

2. 'Is Seeing Believing?'
Photoshop raises questions about the 'Montauk Monster' and the accuracy of photography.

3. 'Photos: The Best-Selling Videogames'
A gallery of the trailblazing best-sellers in the multi-billion-dollar videogame industry.

4. 'Photos: Large and in Charge'
A curious collection of plus-size pets, mammoth mammals and other colossal creatures.

5. 'Photos: Dope on the Playing Field'
A selection of doping scandals that shook both professional and Olympic sports.

6. 'Photos: The Most Fuel Efficient Cars'
Fuel efficiency doesn't come in big packages. These small and stylish rides save gas and money.

7. 'Simple Pleasures'
Public pools have reopened in Baghdad, restoring some normalcy for beleaguered residents.

8. 'Exit Musharraf?'
A NEWSWEEK exclusive broke the news about the former Pakistani president's plan for exile.

9. 'Global Literacy Quiz'
Take your brain for a spin! Test your knowledge in Newsweek's annual Global Literacy Quiz.

10. 'The Great Lobster Mystery'
Food prices around the world are soaring. So why is eating lobster less expensive?

Also

Read more travel picks
The Kashmir conflict is hot once again
View more of the Games' best photos
View a gallery of photos taken during the Russia-Georgia conflict
Read about the conflict's impact on another power, Iran
Read a backgrounder on the current state of global piracy

Issue Dated August 18-25, 2008

2008-08-09T01:39:02Z

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Beijing Comes Into Focus
Award-winning photojournalists Vincent Laforet, Donald Miralle and Mike Powell continue their coverage of the 2008 Olympics in our photo blog, Visions of China. Each day throughout the Games the three will post their pictures along with notes on how they got the shots. Plus, a daily photo gallery of their best images

Back From Iraq, Back to School
On Monday, Aug. 18, meet a young Marine who was deployed to Iraq six months into his junior year of college. After a year of duty, Alex Cornell du Houx made the difficult transition back to campus life, and is now seeking another way of serving his country. See our video report and read his first-person essay

Highlights

Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest take on the Olympics, the election and everything else.

Discover the culture and politics behind the scenes at the Games in Melinda Liu's posts to our blog, Beijing Beat.
There'll be sports, too. For the latest in Olympic athletics, check out Mark Starr's posts to Beijing Beat.
Read Terror Watch, Michael Isikoff and Mark Hosenball's column on the murky world of terror networks.
For the latest tidbits and videogame industry news, read N'Gai Croal's award-winning Level Up blog.
For an inside look at Congress and the White House, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter, published online Fridays.

Super Moms, a Southern Journey and Sexy Carla
The most popular stories, photo galleries and blogs on Newsweek.com for the week ending Aug. 8

'Photos: Medaling Moms'
Readers were inspired by our gallery of women who became sports champions after giving birth.

'Photos: Extreme Pet Gadgets'
From GPS tracking to bacon-flavored bubbles, animal pampering goes wild.

'Make. It. Stop.'
We're late to the Crocs-bashing party, but can we please retire these ridiculous shoes?

'Photos: Love, Presidential Style'
The whirlwind affair between French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his new wife

'A Drink's Purple Reign'
Can MonaVie açai juice cure your ills and make you rich? True believers say, "Yes, it can."

'The Fab Five Revisited'
A Lifetime TV drama opens an old wound in a Texas cheerleaders' town.

'Southern Discomfort'
How the 2008 presidential race is unsettling the old Confederacy

'Doctors Within Borders'
The huge turnout at a free medical and dental clinic points to America's health-care problems.

'Changing Tastes'
How Bennigan's restaurants fell victim to American belt-tightening

'Sex Doesn't Always Sell'
Cindy McCain and Michelle Obama aren't likely to take any cues from Carla Bruni-Sarkozy.

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Mysterious Beasts, Lurking
Obsession with mysterious or unidentified animals, also known as cryptids, is nothing new. Fascination with Scotland's Loch Ness dates back to the eighteenth century. The lumpy beast that recently washed up on a New York beach has revived the question: what else lurks beneath? Go online to view photos of all kinds of cyptids, from a coelacanth (a prehistoric-looking fish) to the Yeti (the abominable snowman). Repulsive and scary, but almost impossible to look away from.

Highlights
Here are some of the bloggers, contributors and guest writers you can find onNewsweek.com.

Watch the site for opportunities to submit questions for upcoming Future of Energy interviews with Fareed Zakaria.
Brian Braiker joins acclaimed songwriter Randy Newman as he plays songs from his new album in a video exclusive.
Melinda Liu and others follow the excitement and drama underway in China on our Olympics blog, Beijing Beat.
Daniel Gross writes about the economists who think a country's GDP can predict its success in the Olympic Games.
Can graffitti be more than just an eyesore? Jessica Bennett explores how it can become a tool for public discourse.

Paris Hilton Is Right?
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending August 8.

1. 'Photos: Pet Pampering Gone Wild'
Extreme gadgets and accessories for animals and their over-the-top owners.

2. 'Photos: Love, Presidential Style'
Images from Nicolas Sarkozy's whirlwind relationship with Carla Bruni-Sarkozy.

3. 'Southern Discomfort'
How George Bush and presidential hopeful Barack Obama have unsettled America's south.

4. 'Doctors Within Borders'
Revelations about a widening gap between health care haves and have-nots in America.

5. 'Photos: The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars'
Fuel efficiency doesn't come in big packages. These small and stylish rides save gas and money.

6. 'Sex Doesn't Always Sell'
Carla Bruni-Sarkozy is the type of wife that the spouses of Obama and McCain are trying not to be.

7. 'Global Literacy Quiz'
Take your brain for a spin! Test your knowledge in Newsweek's annual global literacy quiz.

8. 'Don't Laugh. Paris is Right.'
What the Hilton heiress could teach Messrs. McCain and Obama about the energy crisis.

9. 'Photos: The Unsettled South'
A slideshow that documents Christopher Dickey's long march through the Confederacy.

10. 'This Bug Man Is a Pest'
George Ledin teaches students to write viruses. It makes security software firms sick.

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Read more Spain picks
America may be on top, but it can learn something from India's system, says one former CEO. Read the Q&A
Read our interview with a major American roboticist
Explore our graphic on education spending in the Gulf
Michael Crow discusses the cross-border university
Read one dean's thoughts on the state of U.S. admissions

Issue Dated August 11, 2008

2008-08-01T23:16:51Z

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Notes from the Beijing Beat
This week and throughout the Olympic games award-winning sports photographers Vincent Laforet, Donald Miralle and Mike Powell will publish daily galleries of their best shots online at Newsweek.com. Plus, Beijing bureau chief Melinda Liu and national sports correspondent Mark Starr will post daily dispatches.

Doctors Within Borders
What happens to those who can't afford medical care? While the presidential candidates debate health policies, the uninsured are lining up for teeth extractions at volunteer clinics in places like Wise, Va.

Highlights
The latest coverage from our bloggers and weekly columnists

For an insightful analysis of business and economics, read Daniel Gross's invaluable Money Culture column.
Read Michael Hirsh's The World From Washington column, covering foreign policy and the presidential candidates.
Get the latest behind-the-scenes news in Michael Isikoff's and Mark Hosenball's Terror Watch.
For an inside look at Congress and the White House, read Eleanor Clift's Capitol Letter, posted every Friday.
Larry Kaplow has reported from Iraq since the start of the war. Read his latest reports in our Checkpoint Baghdad blog.

Bikes, Pets and the Taliban's Baghdad Plan
The most popular stories, photo galleries and blogs on Newsweek.com for the week ending August 1:

'Pedal vs. Metal'
A surge in bike ownership spurs a new kind of road rage

'Teen Pregnancy, Hollywood Style'
Once taboo, pregnant teens are popping up more frequently in the media. So what's the problem?

'The Taliban's Baghdad Strategy'
Insurgents are closing in on Kabul to terrorize its residents and drive away investors. It's working.

'Stumper: Poll Position'
What are we to make of the contradictory polls about McCain and Obama? A user's guide.

'A Dog for a Day?'
Lawmakers take action against 'pet rental' companies

'My Turn: Subsidized in the City'
Adulthood means financial independence. So why do so many of my peers still live off their parents?

'China's Agony of Defeat'
Understanding what the Games mean to the Chinese means understanding their history

'McCain's Crafty Ad Strategy'
Team McCain may be a lot less idiotic than the chattering classes suspect

'Obama's Sober Mood'
Greeted by thousands of Europeans, Obama's not letting his world tour go to his head.

'Phones Without Homes'
How the economy and the real-estate mess are hurting the land-line phone business

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What About Kitty's Needs?
The pet industry continues to grow by leaps and bounds--and the products devoted to your creature's comforts are getting ever more elaborate. Got your GPS-enabled cat tracker yet? Or a crocheted sling for carrying your dog? Don't forget the bacon-flavored bubbles. See a gallery of the latest and zaniest pet gadgets.

Health Care, Guerrilla Style
It takes precise organization to pull 3,857 teeth, administer 156 mammograms and provide 1,003 pairs of eyeglasses--and all in two days. Welcome to Remote Area Medical, a service for poor, rural Americans.

Highlights
Log on to Newsweek.com for the latest coverage from our bloggers and regular columnists.

View the photos and videos that accompany Christopher Dickey's story about the modern American South.
Sameer Reddy writes that the wives of Obama and McCain want to avoid becoming a political spouse like Carla Bruni.
For the latest in scientific research and development, read Sharon Begley's blog, Lab Notes.
As the Olympic Games begin, follow the action in our Countdown to Beijing blog by Melinda Liu and contributors.
Fareed Zakaria discusses the future of energy with scientists and leaders. Submit your own questions online.

The Russians Are Coming … for the Real Estate
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Aug. 1

1. 'Teen Pregnancy, Hollywood Style'
Once taboo, pregnant teenagers are popping up more frequently in pop-culture coverage.

2. 'The Taliban's Baghdad Strategy'
Taliban insurgents are closing in on Kabul, not to overrun the capital but to terrorize its residents.

3. 'Gag Order'
How Saudi Arabia pressured Tony Blair's government to shut down a bribery investigation.

4. 'Global Literacy Quiz'
Take your brain for a spin! Test your knowledge in newsweek's annual Global Literacy Quiz.

5. 'A Dog for a Day?'
Lawmakers have recently begun taking steps to ban "pet rental" companies.

6. 'China's Agony of Defeat'
To understand what the Games mean to the Chinese, we review their history of humiliation.

7. 'Obama's Sober Mood'
Obama's world tour was a smashing success, but the candidate isn't letting it go to his head.

8. 'Photos: The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars'
Bigger isn't always better. These pint-size vehicles pack a very powerful punch.

9. 'Phones Without Homes'
Columnist Dan Gross provides an inside look at the real reasons behind the death of landlines.

10. 'Moscow on the Hudson'
Russian magnates may be the key to reviving the lackluster sales of high-end real estate.

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Find out why inflation data don't always tell the truth
Japan's former economics minister speaks
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View an interactive map on global inflation