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...been a gimmick (a book timed to twin bicentennials is as close as historical biographies get to a home run) becomes something more, a learned treatise that worships learning. Gone is the overly twee writing of Gopnik's memoir-inflected works (Paris to the Moon, Through the Children's Gate), and in its place is a succint, convincing, and moving account of how two men ripped mankind out of its past unreason and thrust it into a more enlightened age. Much has flowed from them...
...house. The foyer boasts a massive aquarium stocked with exotic fish, next to a life-size portrait of Dostum standing beside U.S. General Tommy Franks. During a visit by TIME, workmen were putting the final touches on an immense gold-painted crown that spans the compound's entry gate. The crown was modeled on that of the 14th century Central Asian military conqueror Tamerlane. The money to build the house, Dostum says, came from Afghan President Hamid Karzai, for whom he was military chief of staff. According to Dostum, Karzai pays him $80,000 a month to serve...
...Vermont Carnival in Stowe, Vermont. Despite the new race trail at Spruce Peak, the Stowe course maintained its reputation as one of the most challenging races of the collegiate season. The snow proved to be very dry and grippy, leading to deep ruts at the base of each gate on the course for the alpine events. Also, a white-out of intense snow and booming thunder welcomed the Crimson contingent when it first arrived up north. “The snow acted like styrofoam, crumbling away a little more with every racer that sliced into it,” said...
...includes access to Qantas lounges, but you'll get $50 off a new membership or $25 off a renewal, if you buy in person at the new lounge at Dulles before April 30. Or you can simply buy a day pass for $50. Terminal B, mezzanine level, near gate...
...time you spend on the phone getting flight information. AAdvantage members can enroll in the program and register three phone numbers; when you dial in, the system will automatically pull up your reservation information. If you call on the day of travel, the system will immediately relay your gate and departure info. Check the website for details...