Saturday, November 28, 2009

Playing Nice With China

It's not clear if the president's visit made progress on forging a partnership with Beijing.

Cutting Back on an Advantage

Some see Medicare Advantage as a good idea gone financially wild.

America's Best Leaders 2009

Right now, good leadership is more important than ever. Get to know the people who made this year's list.

Mammography Screening: A Bit More Clarity

2 new journal commentaries weigh in on the new guidelines in terms of lives saved by screening.

    'Deal or No Deal' Host Howie Mandel on OCD

    His new book, 'Here's the Deal: Don't Touch Me,' explores the world of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

      Got Allergies? Shop and Decorate Carefully

      Mold, dust, pet dander, and pollen can set off allergy symptoms if you're not careful.

        10 Resolutions for Retirement Readiness

        Get your retirement finances in order in 2010 with these tips.

        iCandy: Tech Gifts Beautiful Inside and Out

        Good-looking gadgets emphasize style and luxury despite the recession.

        This Is What Happens When Free Markets Fail

        If banking and healthcare worked better, politicians would never get the chance to screw things up.

        America's Best Colleges

        See how schools across the country stack up, and find out which one is best for you or your child.

        World's Best Universities

        Check out all the new data, rankings, and schools included in the updated global rankings.

        America's Best High Schools: Gold Medal List

        See the 100 high schools that performed the best in our three-step America's Best High Schools analysis.

        Schlesinger: GOPers Push European-Style Litmus Tests

        Some RNC members want strict party platforms. Why do they hate America?

        Chapin: Colorado May Tax Medical Marijuana

        Remember the old saying about how if pot could be taxed, it would become legal?

        Political Cartoons on Sarah Palin

        We've assembled some of the best editorial cartoons on Sarah Palin. Check them out.

        Skin Plays a Remarkable Role in Human Hearing

        Air puffs on the hand or neck influence people’s ability to hear certain spoken sounds.

        Studies: Fighting Global Warming Reduces Diseases

        Reducing carbon dioxide emissions could curtail preventable deaths from heart and lung disease.

        Creating a Fossil Fuel Free Plastic

        Polymers hold the key for producing plastics using natural and renewable sources.

        SUBSCRIBE TODAY

        Click image for larger view.

        U.S. News Weekly

        Smart analysis, insightful reporting, in-depth perspective—in a new, digital format.

        View sample page 2View sample page 3View sample page 4

        Rankings

        Find the Right College

        Get rankings and expanded school profiles with the Best Colleges Premium Online Edition.

        Nation & World

        Abraham Lincoln

        Presidential Firsts

        Who was the first president to be born an American citizen? Who was the first to throw out a ceremonial pitch at a baseball game?

        Health: Cancer

        Video: Treating Cancer

        There is a wide range of treatments to help you to fight your cancer.

        Nation & World

        Barack Obama

        Obama's Inner Circle

        Get to know close advisers, cabinet officials, and more.

        Business

        Best Careers

        Best Careers 2009

        U.S. News profiles 30 careers that offer strong outlooks and high job satisfaction. Plus, Most Overrated Careers.

        U.S. News Auto Rankings

        Best Cars 2009

        advertisement

        Letters and Comments

        Opinion Letters

        Opinion Letters

        Testing the Republican Purity Push

        Many assume that the Republicans can't win with this platform but I think they can ["

        Washington Whispers

        Washington Whispers

        Hillary for Vice President

        The hot rumor in Washington is that the secretary of state will get a promotion.

        usnews.com/blogs

        What Good Bosses Hate to See

        On Careers: The best managers hate to encounter surprises.

        Healthcare: Industries That Have To Pay

        Capital Commerce: Which businesses would be taxed for failing to provide health coverage?

        Mammography Screening: A Bit More Clarity

        On Women: 2 new journal commentaries weigh in on the new guidelines in terms of lives saved by screening.

        The Filibuster Has Gotten Out of Control

        Robert Schlesinger: Time to end it?

        Does Thanksgiving Belong at Work?

        On Careers: A job is a business arrangement, after all. You give work, you get money.

        Brian Kelly

        Brian Kelly, Editor U.S. News & World Report

        Editor's Note: Palin Power

        What do you make of the former Alaska governor?

        Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our Terms and Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.
        Make USNews.com your home page.