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It's a bittersweet Easter for chocolate lovers and African cocoa farmers but big brands see profits

It's a bittersweet Easter for chocolate lovers and African cocoa farmers but big brands see profits

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — Shoppers may get a bitter surprise in their Easter baskets this year. Chocolate eggs and bunnies are more expensive than ever as changing climate patterns eat into global cocoa supplies and the earnings of farmers in West Africa .
The irony of Steve Martin's life isn't lost on him

The irony of Steve Martin's life isn't lost on him

NEW YORK (AP) — Steve Martin has long marveled at the many phases of his life. There’s his youth as a Disneyland performer, surrounded by vaudeville performers and magicians. A decade as a stand-up before the sudden onset of stadium-sized popularity.
In ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,’ the Titans are the stars

In ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,’ the Titans are the stars

There was no question who the stars were on “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire." It wasn’t Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Dan Stevens or any of the humans.
What to stream this weekend: Beyoncé, Steve Martin, J-Hope, Mike Birbiglia, Bill Nighy and 'Madu'

What to stream this weekend: Beyoncé, Steve Martin, J-Hope, Mike Birbiglia, Bill Nighy and 'Madu'

Beyoncé's country album and a documentary about a Nigerian boy who dreams of being a professional ballet dancer are some of the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you.
Network political contributors have a long history. But are they more trouble than they're worth?

Network political contributors have a long history. But are they more trouble than they're worth?

NEW YORK (AP) — One of the nation's most prominent news outlets has found itself in an embarrassing mess over the hiring — and quick firing — of someone who isn't even a journalist in the first place.
Cautious optimism for federal plan to let rent count toward credit scores

Cautious optimism for federal plan to let rent count toward credit scores

TORONTO — The federal government's commitment to have rent payments counted toward credit scores is being welcomed by companies that already offer the service, while renter advocates have raised concerns.
Makers of ‘Food, Inc’ sequel launch impact campaign around pressing issues

Makers of ‘Food, Inc’ sequel launch impact campaign around pressing issues

The Oscar -nominated documentary “ Food, Inc ” helped change the way many consumers think about the systems behind the things we eat.
Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' reinforces her dedication to Black reclamation - and country music

Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' reinforces her dedication to Black reclamation - and country music

LOS ANGELES (AP) — First, Beyoncé arrived at the 2024 Grammy Awards in full cowboy regalia — making a statement without saying a word. Then, during the Super Bowl, she dropped two hybrid country songs : “Texas Hold 'Em” and “16 Carriages.
US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possibly death

US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possibly death

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses than can lead to meningitis and possible death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an alert to U.S.
What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse

What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse

BALTIMORE — A cargo ship rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge , causing the span to collapse and presumably killing six construction workers.