First-time claims for unemployment benefits rose more than expected in the U.S. last week, the Labor Department said Thursday.
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Monday, May 20, 2013 As of 12:13 PM EDT
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Monday, May 20, 2013 As of 12:13 PM EDT
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First-time claims for unemployment benefits rose more than expected in the U.S. last week, the Labor Department said Thursday.
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