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FEATURES

COVER STORY

A New Cold War?
President Bush—and his possible successors—grapple with a newly resurgent Russia.

INTERNATIONAL

Growing Up Saudi
In Saudi Arabia's strict Islamic culture, the sexes are completely segregated. Part 2: The Girls

NATIONAL

L.A.'s Burger Ban
Should the government limit access to fast food in an attempt to improve public health?

The New Face of America
By 2042, minorities will constitute a majority of the U.S. population.

ELECTION 2008

The 30-Second Campaign
Why TV advertising is still key to winning the White House
PLUS: How accurate are McCain's and Obama's ads?

TIMES PAST

1948: The Berlin Airlift
In an early Cold War confrontation, the U.S. and its allies face off against the Soviets over Berlin.

DEPARTMENTS

NEWS & TRENDS
Rent-a-pooch, hot grease, chess-boxing, and more

DEBATE
Is the U.S. winning the war on terror?

OPINION
Times columnist George Vecsey on true sportsmanship.

VOICES
Star Diaz, 20, on growing up in foster care.

CARTOONS
Some lighter looks at what's in the news