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DR Congo Mine Collapse: 32 Dead, Exploitation, and the Cost of Tech

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Cocoa Is More Expensive Than Copper as It Tops $9,000

Cocoa, the beloved ingredient that brings us the rich and decadent treat we all know and love as chocolate, has recently made headlines for surpassing $9,000 per ton, making it more expensive than copper. This surge in price is due to a supply crunch in the market, causing a ripple effect that has chocolate makers scrambling for beans as supermarkets adjust their prices to reflect the increased costs. As a self-proclaimed chocolate aficionado, the news of cocoa surpassing the value of copper certainly caught my attention.

The idea of cocoa, a luxury crop that is grown in limited regions, becoming more valuable than copper is not entirely surprising when considering the scarcity and demand for this delectable ingredient.… Continue reading