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Byline: Elian Peltier and Andrew Caballero-Reynolds A new generation of Ivory Coast chocolatiers is striving to change an industry that has long left cocoa farmers in poverty. GRAND-BASSAM, Ivory Coast [...]

A new generation of Ivory Coast chocolatiers is striving to change an industry that has long left cocoa farmers in poverty. GRAND-BASSAM, Ivory Coast -- The worker carefully peeled the [...]

Highlights The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule on Sept. 29, 2022, implementing the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirement of the [...]

Byline: Marcos Caballero Washington, D.C.'s first publicly funded elections in 2020 saw more candidates and increased campaign donations, according to a report recently published by the Georgetown University McCourt School [...]

Byline: Priscilla Caballero As several restaurants have learned to adapt to new Covid-19 health guidelines and measures, restaurants have also continued to struggle during their re-openings. 'An organization of independent [...]

Byline: Priscilla Caballero Thanksgiving is for family gatherings and for blockbuster movies. This year, however, no one will be headed to the cinemas. Movie theaters have been closed since the [...]

Byline: Priscilla Caballero The annual 2021 Rose Parade has been cancelled due to coronavirus concerns, marking the first time in 75 years since World War II it has been called [...]

On May 2019, the Puerto Rico Department of Labor (PRDOL) revised and updated its Protocol on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Discrimination pursuant to Act No. 22 of 2013 (Protocol). [...]

This article explores the decline of civilizations and the need for a national awakening in the upcoming election. It discusses factors such as declining population, increasing government debt, and diminishing economic growth. The author emphasizes the importance of faith and the choice between government and God. The article also mentions the Republican Party's inclusive stance and the potential support for President Trump from figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tulsi Gabbard, and Elon Musk. It criticizes the delay in impeaching President Biden and raises concerns about Kamala Harris's focus on price gouging. The text then shifts to discussing Kamala Harris's introduction to the American people and her addressing of important issues. It highlights the contrast between Harris and Donald Trump, emphasizing her qualifications to be commander in chief. The text mentions her efforts to reach out to Republicans and undecided voters, promising to be a president for all Americans. It criticizes Trump's response to Harris's speech and predicts that the upcoming debate between Harris and Trump will favor Harris. The article concludes by stating that the race is still close and that polarization works in Trump's favor. [Extracted from the article]

This article titled "Letters to the Editor" presents a range of opinions and concerns about President Joe Biden and the Democratic Party. It questions Biden's ability to handle the responsibilities of the presidency and raises doubts about his mental acuity. The article also expresses concern about the Democrats' uniformity on major policy issues and fears that the world may become more dangerous and unstable under Biden's leadership. It discusses a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity and the worry among Democrats that this ruling could enable former President Donald Trump to act on his worst instincts. The article further highlights the closure of local newspapers, emphasizing their importance in providing community belonging and an eyewitness account, contrasting them with social media's limited perspective. It criticizes the decision by Louisiana's governor to require the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, arguing that it is hypocritical for politicians to preach about morality while violating moral sentiments themselves. The dangers of heat exposure for workers are also discussed, with criticism directed towards corporate lobbyists for rejecting basic workplace rules to protect workers from heat-related illnesses. Lastly, the article addresses President Biden's debate performance and criticizes the lies told by former President Trump. [Extracted from the article]

Byline: Patricia Roybal Caballero One of the many reasons I love New Mexico is because of our culture and our willingness to accept other cultures and traditions to our beautiful [...]

Byline: Madison Caballero Taking place in her hometown of Sacramento, director Greta Gerwig's 'Lady Bird,' released on Nov. 3, paints Sacramento beautifully by telling a coming-of-age story that tugs at [...]

Byline: Madison Caballero The 2018 Grammy nomination list was released last Tuesday after much anticipation from Grammy fans and nominees. This year's nominees were surprising in many ways. There are [...]

Byline: Madison Caballero Sonoma State University Provost Lisa Vollendorf opened the Academic Senate meeting Thursday giving her thanks and gratitude to all those who helped keep the campus and community [...]

Byline: Madison Caballero Sonoma State University students beware; Sonoma County has seen a large increase in the number of sexually transmitted infections reported. From 2008 to 2016, the number of [...]

Byline: Madison Caballero Edgar Sanchez is a fourth-year Sonoma State student and serves on Associated Students as diversity senator. He also is one of 800,000 members of DACA, or the [...]

Martn Caballero, a music critic for USA TODAY, highlights 10 intriguing tracks from this week's listening. Ain't That Easy D'Angelo The entire LP is brilliant, and this funky groove from [...]

This article covers a range of topics, including the influence of everyday concerns on voters' decisions, the importance of cybersecurity, the perceived bias of National Public Radio (NPR), the politics of abortion, and the author's preference for landline communication. It suggests that voters are more likely to be swayed by issues like the economy and rising costs rather than a single issue like abortion. The article questions the fairness and balance of NPR, suggesting a progressive leaning. It also highlights the author's reliance on a landline due to recent service outages. Additionally, the article includes a letter to the editor praising a new seafood restaurant in Stockdale, Texas, which eliminates the need to travel to San Antonio for seafood. [Extracted from the article]

The financial crisis has been worldwide in scope, but the severity has differed from country to country. Those countries whose banks played a more central role in the global financial [...]

Byline: Martin Caballero For an artist recruited by Jay Z to be the face of his Roc-Nation label in 2009, it's amazing how little use rapper J. Cole has had [...]

Byline: Martin Caballero Judging from the long and tumultuous production of Wu-Tang Clan's sixth and likely final album, A Better Tomorrow, it's unclear how much the legendary rap group genuinely [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero, Special for USA TODAY ZONING OUT: It's safe to say that Rae Sremmurd -- brothers Swae Lee, 19, and Slim Jimmy, 20 -- are in the zone [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero, Special for USA TODAY Logic, the 24-year-old Gaithersburg, Md., native (born Sir Robert Bryson Hall II), confirmed his rise from underground prospect to national hip-hop star last [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero, Special for USA TODAY He's got the moves: Even if you don't know his name, you know his dance. Brooklyn rapper Bobby Shmurda's signature 'Shmoney dance,' seen [...]

ALBUM OF THE WEEK Without losing sight of his core audience, Chris Brown makes some commendable, if measured, steps toward a more mature sound on his sixth album, X. Add [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero Having survived the predictable backlash following his rapid ascent to fame, Wiz Khalifa revels in his success on his imposing but mediocre fifth studio album. A defiant [...]

'I know it's going to be a good day,' Mraz croons in his creamy-light tenor on Hello, You Beautiful Thing, one of the warm, twinkly songs on Yes! On the [...]

USA TODAY music critic Martn Caballero highlights 10 intriguing tracks found in the week's listening. Everything Nice Popcaan Standout track from the dancehall star's superb debut floats off natural high [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero Making noise: If you're curious about who the guys are behind summer smash Am I Wrong, you're not alone: The Nico & Vinz single, already triple-platinum in [...]

Byline: Edna Gundersen, Brian Mansfield, Elysa Gardner, Martn Caballero Blame the cruelties of time, a kinder companion to the stateliness of blues than to the unruly impulses of alt-rock. The [...]

Byline: Martn Caballero, @_el_caballero, Special for USA TODAY If you have six seconds, you may have a hit. The mobile video app Vine and its 40 million users are changing [...]

Byline: Elysa Gardner; Jerry Shriver; Brian Mansfield; Martn Caballero One of the guest artists on Shakira's self-titled new album is a 14-month-old credited as the 'youngest background vocalist in the [...]

This article covers a range of topics, including a poll showing that a majority of Democrat voters would oppose certifying the 2024 election if Donald Trump wins, potential legislation to ban TikTok due to concerns about Chinese spying, and Vice President Kamala Harris's visit to an abortion clinic. It also briefly mentions the collapse of the Soviet Union and criticizes President Joe Biden's message of more government. The article includes letters to the editor, with one criticizing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as an opportunist and anti-vax lawyer, and the other defending Biden's accomplishments in infrastructure, semiconductor production, job creation, and healthcare. [Extracted from the article]

Byline: JENNIFER CABALLERO The Hillsborough County School District doesn't need another week or even another day to realize that teachers' aides failed in their responsibility to protect Jennifer Caballero, an [...]

At a recent manufacturing summit hosted in Washington, D.C. by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), Vice President Biden effectively made the case for linking manufacturing and infrastructure development as [...]

MASTA KILLA and INSPECTAH DECK At the Middle East, Cambridge, Monday night. It was a tale of two Clansmen. Downstairs at a half-full Middle East, fans got to experience two [...]