The Power of the Three
Experts answer what they know. The Non-Expert answers anything. This week we reveal the secrets of the mighty triumvirate that rules the universe. But you didn’t hear about it here.
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22 May 2009: Morning
Op: Because magnanimity would bring rewards, Sri Lanka's government should make peace with the Tamil minority, and fast. Ranked one of the world's worst places to live, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, isn't so bad--lots of guns, lots of climate change activism. What
Your First Lay
Of the free games included with Windows, none is more treacherous than Spider Solitaire. In the second installment of a new series, the master sets the tutelage in motion.
21 May 2009: Morning
In the form of a Pentagon report, ammo for keeping Gitmo open: One in seven prisoners returns to terrorism or militant activity. Last night, four men were arrested for plotting to bomb Bronx synagogues and use antiaircraft missiles to down military planes. Health officials confirm that, due to fallout from
21 May 2009: Afternoon
U.S.'s three biggest trading partners see steep declines, reducing the market for U.S. exports and opportunities for investment. Strong demand and robust pricing for riskier companies hints at a latent desire by investors to put money to work. Profile of Homeland Security's whiz-bang
Prodigies, Peons, and Purple People Eaters
The wide world of sports is full of fallen angels and exhausted stories. A season of discontent condensed into five brief acts, with prayers for a glorious summer.
20 May 2009: Morning
Senate Democrats will block Obama's request for funds to close Gitmo until he can provide a plan for what happens to the detainees. Head of Israeli security admits there is no imperative to continue the construction of a wall through the West Bank. Texas constructs U.S. border
20 May 2009: Afternoon
Obama's Pakistan policy hopes to undo five Administrations' mistakes, though "opportunism and hypocrisy" still rule. Op: Obama-Netanyahu talks were terrible for Israel's Likud Party, who are out of step at every turn. Iran reports test-firing new missile; range extends to Israel
19 May 2009: Afternoon
It's the first car I've ever considered crashing into a tree, on purpose. Review of the new Honda Insight. Day in the life of Rotus, the receptionist of the entire United States. Op: Successful people make lousy commencement speakers, so do politicians. And never let your
19 May 2009: Morning
Obama to direct automakers to reach 35.5 miles per gallon by 2016, four years ahead of schedule. How Obama is like Spock, and how Spock has Asperger's. Krugman: Good climate change legislation is on the table; accept it, and be happy with how far we've