Jul 24, 2014 Vol 184 No 5

In Russia, Crime Without Punishment

World
In Gaza, a Just but Bloody War
Hamas provoked this round, and Israel had no choice but to respond

From Gaza to Ukraine, the Effects of World War I Persist
We still live in the long shadow of a war that began a century ago

Desert Storm
Eight years before kickoff, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar is already plagued by concerns about heat, corruption and human rights. Will it really happen ?

10 Questions With John Dean
Forty years after his boss resigned, he’s back with The Nixon Defense based on Watergate tapes

Peril in the Air
Guarding planes from ground-based threats is everyone’s job--and no one’s

A Tale of Two Summers for Parents
It’s not just the heat that makes this season frustrating. It’s the scheduling

The Culture

Medium Woody in Magic in the Moonlight
This s饌nce romance lacks oomph

Recycle, Reuse, Reproft: Startups Try to Make Money Selling Your Stuff
Phones, clothes and even food get a second life on these sites

James Brown: Big Screen Sex Machine
The new biopic ”Get on Up” finally finds its groove

Snark Attack! Sharknado 2 Chums the Waters of Social Media
When you tweet about it, you’re not just a viewer - you’re a marketer

Meet the Internet’s Most Powerful Man
Brian Roberts does not wear a hoodie. He just owns cables. Now he wants to buy a whole lot more

The Summer’s Newest Roller Coasters Bring Steep Thrills
The latest attractions across the nation are more death-defying than ever

The Emoji’s Strange Power
The Internet’s favorite icon can do much more than decorate a tweet

Turning Off the Tap
Even the governor can’t convince Californians to take their drought seriously

Elaine Stritch
Brassy stalwart of the stage

James Garner Low-key hero