A New Brand of Terror
Threats of low-level attacks on the U.S. are rising. By Christopher Dickey, Daniel Klaidman, and Eli Lake.
Life on the Front Lines
After decades in the trenches, a Newsweek correspondent reflects on the perils of war. By Christopher Dickey
Lakhdar Brahimi
The new United Nations envoy to Syria had the good sense to try to beg off. Former Algerian foreign minister and veteran U.N. troubleshooter Lakhdar Brahimi is 78 years old and has seen more than his share of war and peace, and then more wars again, in North Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.
Our Man In Syria?
Who is Manaf Tlass and why do western and regional powers pin their hopes on him?
The Next World Wonder
When the Olympics hits the airwaves, Beijing will be broadcasting them from this new $900 million architectural masterpiece.
Ray Kelly's Wars
The New YorkCity Police Commissioner is beating the enemy—if only the feds don't get in his way.
The French Connection
Their teacher tried to tell them they were headed for trouble, but high on risk and volatility, the Quants of France didn't listen.
Tea Time with Hitler
Andrew Nagorski's 'Hitlerland' is the story of the Americans who cavorted with the Nazis. Reviewed by Christopher Dickey.
Asma Al-Assad
'Life is not fair my friend.' Emails show a new reality for Syria's first lady. By Christopher Dickey.
IMF Head Christine Lagarde: Exclusive Interview
Can Christine Lagarde steer Europe and America away from the brink of the next Great Depression?