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Rockets, Camels, and Compound Interest Erez Lieberman 04/16/2007

The mathematical concept that could take us to the moon.

Walk This Way Brent M. Eastwood 04/13/2007

Homeowners want walkable neighborhoods and a sense of community—and city planners are taking note.

Santiago Con Crema George Awad 04/12/2007

Santiago’s richest neighborhoods defy the stereotypes—for better or worse.

Crazy Like a Fox Samuel Thernstrom 04/11/2007

Al Gore’s extreme proposals on climate change are smart politics—and bad policy.

A Valuable New Airline Service You May Not Have Noticed Evan Sparks 04/10/2007

By making their pricing structures transparent, discount airlines are forcing candor and efficiency on the whole industry.

Power to the People Nick Schulz 04/09/2007

A new book finally gives electricity the treatment it deserves.

The Golden Age of Medical Innovation John Calfee 04/06/2007

Critics grouse about a sluggish drug pipeline, but they are looking in the wrong place. John Calfee shows that innovation in drugs and medical devices in the U.S. is rampant. New treatments are fighting breast cancer, macular degeneration, rheumatoid arthritis, and many more diseases. Why the success?

Unmasking Chris Cox Duncan Currie 04/05/2007

When Chris Cox became chairman of the SEC, the Washington and Wall Street smart guys were sure what he would do. Instead, he fooled them by acting like…well, like Chris Cox.

‘The Reward for Innovation Is Very, Very High.’ The American 04/04/2007

Kevin Sharer of Amgen, the world’s largest biotech firm, talks about threats and encouragements to developing the best pharmaceuticals.

Comics Rule! Kevin Hassett 04/03/2007

Old comic books have been among the best-performing collectibles, whipping coins, antiques, and violins. Analyzing prospects for supply and demand, Kevin Hassett asks whether the future for superheroes will be as fantastic as the past.