Bill to protect local farmers coming - PM

PRIME MINISTER P.J. Patterson has promised legislative support for the local agricultural sector, announcing that a draft Safeguard Bill for the sector is to be tabled when Parliament reconvenes in September.

Nation honours 108 'Miss Lou' tops list of recipients

THE ICON of Jamaica's folklore, Louise Bennett-Coverley, affectionately called "Miss Lou" tops this year's list of 108 recipients for the National Civil Honours and Awards.

Peace talks impasse widens
THE IMPASSE between the People's National Party (PNP) and the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) which has delayed the much anticipated talks between the parties' leaders for weeks, widened yesterday with both sides levelling accusations against each other.

Simpson Miller to rescue Ja's image

Atlanta: A TEAM of senior Jamaican tourism officials, headed by Minister of Tourism, Portia Simpson Miller, arrived in Atlanta last week for a four day visit.