They buy some food at discounted prices through their church, but are proud they have remained current on their mortgage, home-equity loan, insurance and property taxes.

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The future of the cocoa farming profession would be threatened if productivity remained at current levels, Mr. Shapiro said.

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The Chapmans were offered a one-bedroom flat and advised of money they would be docked if they remained in their current home.

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