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The Tax Law's New Way Of Measuring Inflation Could Take A Toll On Taxpayers

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The Tax Law's New Way Of Measuring Inflation Could Take A Toll On Taxpayers

The tax overhaul uses an alternative measure of inflation that will show less upward pressure on prices. That means tax brackets will adjust upward less often, making many people pay more.

The Tax Law's New Way Of Measuring Inflation Could Take A Toll On Taxpayers

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Monday

Retro-Games And Consoles Are The Latest Craze In The Gamer World

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Retro-Games And Consoles Are The Latest Craze In The Gamer World

Many gamers are spending big money on retro-games and their consoles, even as new games and consoles are released. What's with this craze to keep the past alive?

Retro-Games And Consoles Are The Latest Craze In The Gamer World

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Saturday

The Drone Under Your Tree Can't Fly High Until Registered With The FAA

This holiday season, shoppers will buy nearly 1.6 million drones, up 31 percent from last year, according to the Consumer Technology Association. Ethan Miller/Getty Images hide caption

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The Drone Under Your Tree Can't Fly High Until Registered With The FAA

Drones will be placed under many Christmas trees this year. But before they can be flown above the treetops, they must be registered with the Federal Aviation Administration for a $5 fee.

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Thursday

Technology

You're Not Crazy: Apple Deliberately Slows Down Older iPhones

Apple says it slows the performance of older iPhones in an attempt to protect the aging lithium-ion batteries of those phones that can't keep up with the power demands of fast processors.

You're Not Crazy: Apple Deliberately Slows Down Older iPhones

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Wednesday

Business

In Landmark Ruling, EU's Top Court Says Uber Is A Transport Service

Uber has hit a roadblock in Europe. The European Union's top court denied the company's contention that it is a digital platform. The court ruled Uber is in the business of transportation.

In Landmark Ruling, EU's Top Court Says Uber Is A Transport Service

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Politics

News Brief: Senate Passes Tax Plan, Puerto Rico Update

The Senate has passed the Republican tax plan, which goes back to the House Wednesday after a procedural snag. We look at what it means for average Americans. Also, an update on Puerto Rico.

News Brief: Senate Passes Tax Plan, Puerto Rico Update

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Politics

Sen. Richard Blumenthal On GOP Tax Bill

Senate Republicans have passed their tax bill. NPR's David Greene talks with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, a Democrat of Connecticut, who says the bill will hurt everyday Americans.

Sen. Richard Blumenthal On GOP Tax Bill

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Tuesday

Senate Approves Landmark Tax Overhaul, Bill Returns To House

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Senate Approves Landmark Tax Overhaul, Bill Returns To House

After the House passed the $1.5 trillion tax cut plan, a technical issue in the Senate dictated changes to the bill. The House will have to vote again Wednesday morning.

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