Letters to America
As the Bush era draws to a close, the editors of NEWSWEEK International asked global leaders to offer the United States advice for improving relations with the rest of the world. From Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to Liberia's Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, they were happy to weigh in. Online, read their contributions in NEWSWEEK International's special issue, Issues 2008. You can also watch video of Fareed Zakaria discussing American anxiety in his new show, "Global Issues." Later this month, we'll publish more from Issues 2008, including stories by Rudy Giuliani and Barack Obama, plus essays on the future of American business.

Highlights
Newsweek writers choose their favorite high art (and lowbrow) moments of 2007.

• Malcolm Jones compiles the best page turners of the year--wizards and warmongers abound.
• Architecture and theater critic Cathleen McGuigan takes on the year in buildings and on Broadway.
• David Ansen breaks down his favorite films, action scenes and performances in a year of standout movies.
• Steroid-free sports columnist and blogger Mark Starr recaps the big winners and losers of 2007.
• Whether you're into Manhunt or Rock Star, be sure to read N'Gai Croal's take on the year in games and consoles.

Food, Diets, Booze and Sex. And a Little Politics.
The 10 most popular stories on Newsweek.com for the week ending Dec. 14
'Why Women Lose Weight--Or Don't'
Surprising new findings on how our perceptions of our bodies affect our desire to shed pounds.

'The Top of the Class'
NEWSWEEK's annual list of the best 1,300 of America's public high schools.

'Star Power'
Oprah outshines Barack Obama on the campaign trail in Iowa. Does that help or hurt?

'The Five Most Fattening Holiday Appetizers'
Some calorific grazing items you might want to avoid at your next party.

'Huckabee Surges, Obama Gains in Iowa'
The new NEWSWEEK Poll puts the former Arkansas governor and the Illinois senator ahead.

'Six Reasons To Have Sex Every Week'
Studies show that regular sex provides a host of surprising health benefits.

'Ten Hut!'
The military backs one of its own in the upcoming Miss American pageant.

'About Last Night'
What happens to your body when you drink too much--and why hangover remedies won't work.

'My Secret History'
I may be thin now, but that doesn't mean I share your opinions about fat people.

'Junk Food Country'
Why many rural Americans can't get nutritious foods. The unhealthy truth about country living.

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POLITICS
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BUSINESS
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SOCIETY
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TECHNOLOGY
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INTERNATIONAL
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