The 1990s are back—or at least some of us wish they were.
You’ve likely seen the Instagram reels of people showing off their ’90s selves. Maybe you’ve spotted fashion reminiscent of the minimalism that defined the decade. You might be binge-watching “Love Story.”
This week, author Emma Rosenblum looks at what has Americans nostalgic for these years that seemed simpler.
And other topics we delve into include America’s overmedicated seniors, the new path to the middle class and our guide to the summer’s big events.
Enjoy your weekend with these and all the great reads below.
Leading Off
Feeling Nostalgic
The 1990s were boring, at least compared with the go-go ’80s and our current decade. So why are we suddenly fixated on them ?
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Health
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An Overmedicated Generation
One in six people enrolled in Medicare’s drug benefit have eight or more prescriptions , according to a WSJ analysis. Sometimes, the drugs end up doing more harm.
Travel
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The Summer’s Big Events
There’s a lot happening—from America’s birthday bash to the World Cup to a total eclipse . We look at what you can still get in on, what you’re too late for and what you can do instead.
Careers
Jewel Rudolph at her açaí bowl cafe in Sumner, Wash. Charissa Soriano for WSJ
A Bot Can’t Do That
More young people are trying to AI-proof themselves as they enter the workforce.
Family & Relationships
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Planting Some Roots
A couple spent 10 years traveling the world. Now they’ve decided it’s time to settle down .
Sports
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AI Gets In on March Madness
Three ringers—Claude, Gemini and ChatGPT—were secretly entered into the WSJ’s office bracket pool . Could one of them win it all?
Home
Après-Ski at Home
Warming up with a drink after a day on the slopes is a time-honored tradition. These skiers are doing so in their private bar areas .
Arts & Entertainment
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The Drama on This Show Is Juicy
A dating show on TikTok is getting 10 million viewers per episode. The cast is AI-generated cartoon fruit .
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