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The article presents an introduction to the best photographs of 2005 as chosen by "Time." The author considers the impact images have on our perceptions and the emotional force they exert. Included are images of Hurricane Katrina, the Iraq War, the tsunami of December 2004, the London bus bombings, and the earthquake in Pakistan.

Focuses on the investigation into the terrorist bombings in London. Reports on how advanced forensics and old-fashioned footwork traced the attacks to four suicide bombers from London with possible ties to al-Qaeda; Description of the four suspects believed to have carried out the bombing; Britons difficulty of accepting the idea that the suspects were Londoners; Discussion of how the biggest police investigation in British history has already unearthed a number of links between the bombers and al-Qaeda.

Comments on the impact of the July 7, 2005 London subway bombings on the War on Terrorism. Portrait of the organization of terrorist activities under Al Qaeda; Impact of the U.S.-led War on Terrorism on Al Qaeda's organization and leadership; Influence of the London bombings on the world's understanding of Al Qaeda's actions and goals; Argument that Europe has become a central focus of both terrorist activity and counterterrorism efforts; Changes in the organizational behavior of terrorist groups since the capture of key leaders in Afghanistan and Iraq; Discussion of the impact of the Iraq War on the prevention of terrorism worldwide.

Focuses on terrorist attacks in London, England in which subways and commuter buses were bombed on July 7, 2005. Report that the attack, which was the largest in London since World War II, killed at least 49 and injured 700; Description of the initial investigations by police and forensics experts; Claim of responsibility for the attack by a group connected to Al Qaeda, who cited retaliation for Great Britain's support of U.S.-led wars in Iraq and Afghanistan; Suspicion of investigators that British Moroccans tied to Al Qaeda were behind the bombings; Potential links between the bombing and London and the bombing of trains Madrid, Spain, in March, 2004; Details of Great Britain's policies in the War on Terrorism. INSET: DEADLY COMMUTE.

Looks at how New York City and other cities in the United States responded to the subway and bus attacks in London. History of subway bombings in America; Overview of steps taken by law enforcement officials in New York and Washington following the London attacks; Question of whether or not U.S. subways and bus routes will remain safe after this response to events in London has ended; Comments on the issue from Stephen Lynn of the Council on Foreign Relations; Author's view that once the U.S. accepts that some attacks are inevitable, sensible things can be done to limit the damage and disruption they cause.

This article presents an interview with U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales. When asked about the biggest challenge he faces in balancing competing tensions, he refers to the war on terror, which involved fighting a new kind of enemy. Gonzales believes that the detainee-abuse problems are isolated cases that do not involve many superior officers. He comments on what the London subway terrorist bombings taught him about intelligence and law enforcement. He answers several other questions.

Focuses on actor Rob Lowe, who is appearing in a West End production of "A Few Good Men" in London, England. His visit from British Prime Minister Tony Blair; Comments of Lowe to reporters concerning the bombings.

Presents the author's reaction to the terrorist bombings in London. Discussion of the differences between the London attacks and the 9/11 attacks on the United States; View that American's react to crisis with action and emotion while the British react with calm and a steady endurance; Discussion of English culture; Author's view that the British people have a deep strength that is as self-effacing as it is unmovable.

Offers a look at the response of British Prime Minister Tony Blair's response to the London subway bombings on Thursday, July 7, 2005. Quotations from Blair's public comments after the bombings; Appreciation for Blair's role in leading the country's response to terrorism; Role of Blair in the G8 summit of world leaders on relieving African poverty in Gleneagles, Scotland; Analysis of the events and policies of Blair's final term as Prime Minister; Benefits of the G-8 summit and London's win of bidding for the 2012 Olympics on Blair's political reputation.

Presents quotations from politicians and public figures related to world politics and current events as of July 18, 2005. Reaction of Queen Elizabeth II to terrorist bombings in London, England; Comments of U.S. President George W. Bush following a bicycle accident in which he collided with a Scottish policeman; Statement of rapper Lil' Kim upon her sentencing for lying to a federal grad jury in a murder trial.