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A fungus that only attacks cacao trees swept through eastern Brazil in the late 1980s and early '90s, ravaging the area's cocoa industry. The blight set in motion a series of events that changed the ecology of the entire region, a devastating lesson in the laws of nature.

Banditry has become so prevalent on Darfur's roads that carjackers operate openly. Their targets are aid workers and peacekeepers, but the real victims are the displaced Darfuris living in camps who are receiving less food as a result of the crimes.

Members of the San Diego Board of Supervisors often run for reelection with little opposition. But a real political race is heating up for Ron Roberts seat on the Board. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner explains.

Retired USS Midway Naval Commander Lawrence Chambers and Air Boss Vern Jumper recall the chaotic days aboard the aircraft carrier as they carried out Operation Frequent Wind at the end of the Vietnam War, in which more than 3,000 Vietnamese were evacuated from Saigon 35 years ago this month.

Subprime mortgage giant New Century Financial Group has filed for bankruptcy. The company loaned tens of billions of dollars to people with weak credit. When the housing market went flat those homeowners couldn't pay their mortgages.

Kenya's attorney general calls for an independent verification of the votes in the presidential election Thursday, as police and protesters clash in the fifth day of violence. Protests have left 300 dead and displaced 100,000.

The life and culture of Iraq's southern port city are slowly returning as security improves. Backed by American air power, Iraqi government forces were able to regain control of the city, breaking the grip of Islamist gangs that had dominated Basra for years.

Have you studied up on the candidates and propositions that will appear on your local ballot? Professors Glen Sparrow and Carl Luna join us to provide their analysis of the most important local races. Plus, KPBS Reporter Tom Fudge discusses the propositions that could reform state government.

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How do companies stay competitive during an economic recession? Business guru Ken Blanchard talks about the importance of leadership and healthy relationships with employees during times of change.