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COVER: The U. S. and Japan face off for 28
a politically dangerous trade row
A microchip no larger than a few grains of rice has produced one of the most serious disputes between the two powers since World War II. Tempers are growing short in both Washington and Tokyo, and diplomats fear that problems could escalate. Europeans are joining the fray, thus causing concern about a rising tide of global protectionism. See WORLD.
ART: A $39.9 million painting sends the 80
market to new heights -- or depths
Stunned by last week' s record price for Van Gogh' s Sunflowers, the art world looks for reasons. But the sale -- no less than the $50 million auction of the Duchess of Windsor' s jewels -- is only a symptom of hype and greed. The public sense of art is demeaned as a wealthy entrepreneurial class fixates on "masterpieces" and private collectors drive museums out of the market.
FOOD: Dining in China can be 82
% wonderful -- if you know where to go
After decades of neglect, the People' s Republic of China is trying to regain the glory of its ancient cuisine. As TIME Food Critic Mimi Sheraton discovered, Western travelers may encounter some disappointments, but with perseverance, sumptuous feasts and delicious exotica -- as well as good street food -- can be found. A guide to the country' s best restaurants.
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Nation
Congress deals a blow to a weakened but combative President by overriding Reagan' s veto of the highway bill. -- States vie for the superconducting supercollider accelerator. -- Marine guards often turned the U. S. embassy in Moscow into an "Animal House." -- Former Quarterback Jack Kemp' s game plan for '88 presidential race.
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World
In Chile, the Pope calls for human rights. -- Guerrillas attack the Salvadoran army and kill a U. S. soldier. -- Thatcher in Moscow.
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Economy & Business
Burger bashers, watch out ! McDonald' s is on a roll again. -- Banks boost the prime rate and concede trouble on Brazilian loans.
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Sport
College basketball' s fractious Knight takes the title back home to Indiana. -- Mets' fears are realized: Dwight Gooden on drugs.
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Law
Baby M. is awarded to her father, but the custody battle promises to continue. So does the fight over surrogate parenthood.
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Books
The diaries of a White Russian princess in wartime Berlin tell of the German elite who attempted to kill Hitler but failed.
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Education
In a provocative book, a philosopher charges that colleges have succumbed to relativism and abandoned their principles and purpose.
6 Letters
9 American Scene
57 Medicine
68 Computers
72 People
74 Theater
74 Milestones
78 Cinema
Cover: Sculpture by Ajin, photographed by Tobe