Animal Cruelty

The bitter side of chocolate – Newberry Observer
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The bitter side of chocolate – Newberry Observer

Chocolate is often hailed as an aphrodisiac and Americans seem to have quite the love affair with the sweet confection in all its forms. Charles M. Schulz best summed up America’s love of chocolate when he said, “all you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” Chocolate originated in Central…

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Newberry Observer
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Newberry Observer

January is recognized as slavery and national human trafficking awareness month. Despite the emphasis on national awareness and that slavery was officially abolished in 1865, via the passage of the 13th Amendment, many Americans are often unaware of what it is and are shocked to find that human trafficking, also known as modern-day slavery, is…