No leadership ambitions - Blythe
WHILE there have been reports that her deputy, Dr Peter Phillips, has decided to challenge her for the leadership of the People's National Party (PNP) at its upcoming annual conference, Portia Simpson Miller need not worry about former vice-president, Dr Karl Blythe.
Portland long way from prepared
Portland, known for its natural beauty and enchanting ambience, has been affected frequently by natural disasters that have hit the island. Yet, the parish, which is flood-prone in many sections, is a long way from being prepared to cope with a disaster.
St Thomas prepares for disaster
In Sommerset, St Thomas, home-wrecking landslides during hurricanes and heavy rains are as predictable as the daily sunset. So, when 28-year-old Stacy-Ann White, a teacher living in the community, heard about a way of preparing for hurricanes - with the hope of lessening lessening the damage - she was quite determined to know more. She invited her neighbours too.
Rio Bueno Port to receive first ship
The Rio Bueno Port, developed by Tank-Weld Group at a cost of more than US$50 million ($3.6 billion), is slated to welcome its first ship in September 2008.
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