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Child Care Costs Challenge Women’s Gains in Work Force

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Child Care Costs Challenge Women’s Gains in Work Force

Participation in the labor force has surged among women in their prime working years. But for those with children under 5, the gains may have peaked.

By Sydney Ember

U.S. Economy Grew Faster Than Expected in Second Quarter, at 2.8% Rate

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U.S. Economy Grew Faster Than Expected in Second Quarter, at 2.8% Rate

The report on gross domestic product offered new evidence of the economy’s resilience in the face of high interest rates.

By Ben Casselman

Microsoft’s World of Warcraft Workers Vote to Unionize

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Microsoft’s World of Warcraft Workers Vote to Unionize

The move adds more than 500 to the unionized video game staff at Microsoft, which has pledged to remain neutral on organizing efforts.

By John Yoon

On Economic Policy, Harris Has Played Limited Role

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On Economic Policy, Harris Has Played Limited Role

President Biden has not given his vice president an expansive economic portfolio. But she has engaged on issues of small-business lending, help for parents and more.

By Jim Tankersley Jeanna Smialek and Ana Swanson