McCain's Bias Claim: Truth or Tactic?

The man who once called the media his "base" now restricts access and claims unfair treatment. Here's why

Fall's Top Entertainment Picks

From fiction to film, television to theater, TIME's critics offer 47 things to see, hear and do in the arts this autumn

Fannie Takeover: What's the Damage?

The giant mortgage lenders are now part of the Federal Government. Justin Fox assesses the impact and the lessons

Olmert Charges Grow More Likely

Israel's top police officers recommend that the Prime Minister be indicted for alleged fraud and bribery

Rachel Maddow: MSNBC's New Voice

A charter member of the Air America team, she's a non-bullying lefty who's finally getting her chance in prime time

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McCain-Palin Take Missouri

The dynamic duo take their routine to the Show Me State, slamming their Democratic opponent to the wild cheers of voters at a rally in Lee's Summit. Get your 24/7 political news on The Page

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Swampland

OMG! Teh pollz! Teh pollz!

It's like these people have never heard of a convention bounce before. Everyone settle. The "poll of polls" is still a more important number.

Tuned In

MSNBC Gives David Gregory the Conch

Responding to what Jon Stewart described as a "Lord of the Flies" situation, MSNBC has pulled Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews as anchors of its elections events.

The China Blog

Paralympic Glory

Watched the opening ceremony for the Paralympics. It was a good show, solid, and not — obviously — as flashy as the Olympics' version.

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In Bart Simpson's Urban Jungle

Snakes, alligators and monkeys pose a unique challenge to the fire department of Brazil's second city

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Video: Trickle-Down Village

The Mexican village is struggling as the U.S.'s economic woes and immigration policy mean fewer dollars are coming back and deportees are returning home