Why That Doggie in the Window Costs a Lot More Than You Think
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Economists Xavier Gabaix and David I. Laibson have coined the term shrouding, to describe the hidden fees that are charged for everything from hotel services to concert tickets.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2005
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Medicare Costs Are New Focus for Candidates
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Both Republicans and Democrats are trying to use health care as a campaign issue by blaming rising Medicare premiums and prescription drug costs on the opposition.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2004
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Young Cell Users Rack Up Debt, One Dime Message at a Time
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The growing popularity of text-messaging is resulting in debt among young people who underestimated just how much the service can cost.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2005
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