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By ELIZABETH KARMEL Associated Press   When I first started grilling, I had one of those beginner’s luck experiences that made grilled salmon and pineapple …

Associated Press   SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – The Western district of the Methodist church has elected an openly gay bishop despite the denomination’s ban on same-sex …

Associated Press   CLIFTON, N.J. – An aspiring nun who was told she couldn’t enter a convent until her student loan debt was paid off …

By MICHELLE FAUL Associated Press   LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) – Africa’s largest city is closing dozens of mosques, churches and nightclubs in a bid to …

By PAUL ELIAS Associated Press   SAN FRANCISCO – Former NBA great Nate Thurmond, a tenacious defensive center who played with Wilt Chamberlain and was …

Staff Report   MIAMI – A national network of education, business and community leaders has selected Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) as the winner of …

Staff Report   MIAMI – Creating an inviting atmosphere for students begins with creating that same atmosphere for employees. Apparently,   Florida International University is succeeding …

Staff Report   LAUDERDALE, Fla. – For book lovers, aspiring writers and literary fans of all ages, the African American Research Library and Cultural Center …

Staff Report   WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – While many of its schools have experienced learning gains, there are still several Palm Beach County schools …

By MICHELLE HOLLINGER MHollinger@sfltimes.com   MIAMI – From anyone’s point of view, his is a charmed existence. He cooks for one of the most beloved …