The Surge
The U.S. President looks set to send even more troops to Iraq. What's behind Bush's last stand?


Pipe Down (Letter From Belarus)
As Russia hikes up the cost of gas for Belarus, the mood turns gloomy


10 Questions For Maurice Lévy (Interview)
The boss of Paris-based ad giant Publicis, on France's old politics and marketing's new media


Monet's Love Affair with Japanese Art
An exhibit of 231 prints owned by Monet reveals the formative influence of Japanese art on the master Impressionist


The Year of The Nuke
A rundown of the world's nuclear powerhouses, and what to expect in the coming months

Game Plans for Gates (Notebook | Letters)

A Fragile Hold On Power
Somalia's new leaders — including the son of an infamous warlord — struggle to control the country


Sails Pitch (Diversions)
Hop between Indonesia's 17,500 islands in traditional style

A Light in The Darkness (On Show)
A major exhibit of Hosoe's photography takes place in Tokyo

Futures Trading (Amuse Bouche)
A European restaurant in Shanghai is famous for the opulence of its breakfasts

Hillside Haven (Check In)
A small hotel in northern Thailand is a hidden gem

Go Your Own Way (Time Traveler)
Four of the best travel operators for the discriminating solo traveler


Heroes Are Only Human
When sports stars retire, they become more like us. Too bad