Employers are predicting an increase of as much as 9 percent, on average, but are generally avoiding passing along much of that to their employees, industry groups say.
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The Market Is Fairly Upbeat. Is It the Calm Before a Storm?
Stocks have risen this year despite uncertainties and outright hostilities in U.S. politics and around the world. But bonds and other markets show signs of concern, our columnist says.
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The Best Trench Coats for Fall
Start here.
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6 Places to Go to See College Football
Go for the energy of the mascots, marching bands and touchdown cheers, but don’t miss the museums, art, nightlife and more that make these places special.
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Help! Budget Charged Us $450 to Clean Our Rental Car. Can They Do That?
Sure, there were footprints and some dirt, but days after a family from Ireland returned a car to Kennedy Airport, they were hit with the maximum cleaning fee.
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Where to Travel This Winter, Whether You Want Sun or Snow
Here are five places, from coastal Norway to Marrakesh, with exceptional hotels that still have availability for the holidays.
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What Is the Perfect Length for a Winter Coat?
Looking ahead to colder weather, a reader wonders if there is an ideal cut for coats. Our fashion critic offers advice on balancing fashion and function.
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For Investors, What if This Time Is Different?
Disregarding politics has worked brilliantly in the United States for a century. But market history offers comfort only up to a point, our columnist says.
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Airline Lost Your Bag? Here’s How to Reunite With Your Luggage.
Or at least be reimbursed if it’s gone for good.
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E. Coli Outbreak Widens to 75 Cases Linked to McDonald’s
Health officials say that recalls of onions — the suspected source of the contamination — would help lessen the risk to consumers. Other major fast-food chains have also stopped offering onions.
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How to Use Images From Your Phone to Search the Web
If you’re not sure how to describe what you want with keywords, use your camera or photo library to get those search results.
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Why Are Hospital Gowns So Ugly?
Curious why medical patient attire is so unflattering, a reader asks our fashion critic if it’s intentional.