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McDonald’s chairman criticizes U.S. restaurant industry for uneven wage policies

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Some U.S. restaurants and servers oppose Republicans’ ‘no tax on tips’ budget proposal

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Employers add a solid 139,000 jobs in May, though hiring slows as some potential weaknesses appear

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Wait Lines May Boost Perceived Popularity of Restaurant Brands

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Gripped by surging pandemic, US employers cut back on hiring

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US jobless claims remain high at 712,000 as virus escalates

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US service sector growth slows for 2nd straight month

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Home Searches in Cities Up 200% From Last Year, Reflecting Renewed Interest in Urban Areas After Pandemic-Driven Drop

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Picture of US economy is worrisome as virus inflicts damage

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Restaurant workers out of work again as virus surges anew

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Microsoft-led housing effort cuts rents in Seattle suburbs

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