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The FADER looks back at the songs that defined "recession pop," including Rihanna's "We Found Love," Lady Gaga's "Just Dance," LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem," and more.

The increasing popularity of merit aid programs. When even the rich are feeling the strain of soaring tuition costs—more than ...

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From the daily newsletter: recession indicators are everywhere; and why the Supreme Court misunderstands Trump.

A viral beauty trend dubbed “recession brown” or "recession bruntte" is taking off online, encouraging a more natural, low-maintenance hair color that helps save money.

As concerns about a potential recession grow, experts are closely watching key indicators like consumer sentiment and global ...

The memes responding to Trump’s seesawing tariff policy hint at a collective psychological state.

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