Newsweek Magazine

December 18, 2020 Issue

Features

Cover story Health

Woman, 73, Who Should've Gotten Alzheimer's, Didn't—Renewing Hope for Cure

After a string of demoralizing failures, Alzheimer's researchers now think they're on track to deliver effective treatments. The big question: How soon will they come?

Politics

Republican, Dem Judges Have Turned on Trump—and Not Just On the Election

The president's legal losses are mounting, with a handful of recent significant defeats on issues as diverse as TikTok and sexual assault charges, in addition to his dismal record on election-related lawsuits. And the rulings have come from judges across the political spectrum.

In Focus

Holiday Lights

New York City: Many holiday events have been canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the show went on here on Randall’s Island. The Chinese lantern festival, known as LuminoCity, will continue on the 10-acre site through January 10. The socially-distanced, walking event in its second year showcases lighted art installations.

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Periscope

Opinion

Science Says Porn Is a Huge Problem. Lawmakers Must Stop Ignoring It

Modern porn isn't anything like your father's Playboy.

Business

The 10 Best Moves to Make with Your Money Before 2020 Ends

These last-minute steps can save you a bundle on taxes and healthcare and set you up for a financially better 2021—no matter what Congress does or when it acts on pandemic economic relief.