Creature Watch

No Agreement on

Iraq Constitution

Officials are unable to overcome differences over Islamic law and the country’s oil wealth. But some are still optimistic about meeting today’s deadline. A3

Ronald Brownstein

on the Future of Iraq

A pledge from President Bush not to establish permanent U.S. military bases should be first on the list, an expert says. A8

The Old Bolshoi Spirit Is Missing in ‘Spartacus’

The 1968 dance drama became one of the ballet world’s greatest guilty pleasures. But the latest performance often displays an empty drill-team efficiency. E1

In Fitness, Sometimes Less Is More

Adopting a more laid-back approach to working out may get you closer to your goal by encouraging consistency. F1

PGA Champ, TBA

Golf’s last major tournament of the season is stopped by a thunderstorm, with Phil Mickelson leading by a shot. D1

Weather

Morning low clouds and fog, with afternoon clearing. L.A. Downtown: 77/63. B12

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