2012 in Brief
The Year in Quotes
January
‘Now is the time to act or get stuck with a bland, boring career politician who will lose to Barack Obama.’
—RICK SANTORUM, former U.S. Senator, during the Republican primary
February
‘My husband cannot f—ing …
The Year in Kims
One controls the media, the other is the leader of North Korea. Other than that, Kim Kardashian and Kim Jong Un have a lot in common
The Year in Things
The definitive robot, recall, painting, pregnancy, IPO, blackout and reunion, plus 19 more top things of 2012
The Year in Covers
Readers reactions to our biggest stories
The Year in Highlights
Influential figures in culture, tech and more reveal what rocked their industries — and hint at good things to come
The Year in Highs & Lows
Our guide to the winners and losers of 2012
The Year in Social Media
The Decider
Don’t take our word for it. Choose your own Person of the Year
The Year in Odd Couples
Two sides to 2012’s viral stories