In this issue
Edition: Asia
Vol. 176, No. 24

COVER
Truth's Consequences: WikiLeaks' War on Secrecy (United States)
By MASSIMO CALABRESI
Rogue activist Julian Assange wants to curb government secrecy, but his massive
leak of classified U.S. diplomatic cables is undermining the Obama
Administration's efforts to do just that

WORLD
How Climate Change Could Be a Boon for Africa (African Deserts)
By ALEX PERRY / ARCHER'S POST AND KAREYGOROU
Fed by drought, Africa's deserts are spreading, bringing with them hunger,
disease and tribal conflict. But innovative policies can push the deserts back

COMMENTARY
Path of Least Resistance
By BILL POWELL
China may have concerns about North Korea, but don't expect Beijing to do anything
about it

ESSAY
Thank You for Sharing (Asia's Challenge 2020)
By SARABJIT SINGH
Huge inequalities in wealth distribution must be addressed if Asia is to continue
to develop

GLOBAL ADVISER
Five Reasons to Visit Lombok, Indonesia (TIME Traveler)
By DERRICK CHANG
This island is cheaper and less crowded than neighboring Bali for now

Playing Around: Company Offers Teddy Bear Tours (Diversions)
By BELINDA LUSCOMBE
For about $140 an ex-banker will give your cherished playthings a tour of Paris

Riverside Sanctuary: Hoshinoya Kyoto (Check In)
By C. JAMES DALE
Find peace of mind at this tranquil hotel in Japan's imperial capital

LETTERS
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