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Is Spring Break in Houston a #RecessionIndicator?

As experts look to unemployment or G.D.P., people online are turning to pop culture moments (like Will Smith’s new album or a new “Ted Lasso” season) as signs of economic instability.

By Hank Sanders

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Popcast (Deluxe): What’s an Aging Rapper to Do?

New songs from Eminem, Drake and J. Cole — plus Will Smith’s post-Slap “Bad Boys” comeback — demonstrate different paths for maturing (or not).

By Aaron J. ThorntonGetty Images

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Popcast (Deluxe): What’s an Aging Rapper to Do?

New songs from Eminem, Drake and J. Cole — plus Will Smith’s post-Slap “Bad Boys” comeback — demonstrate different paths for maturing (or not).

By Aaron J. ThorntonGetty Images

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‘Bad Boys’ Ticket Buyers Toss Will Smith a Career Lifeline

Mr. Smith’s first wide-release film since he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars two years ago arrived to a hefty $53 million at the North American box office.

By Brooks Barnes