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Monaco’s La Belle Classe Explorer Awards Spotlight Innovation in Sustainable Yachting

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MONACO — The Yacht Club de Monaco, under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II, is set to host the fifth edition of the La Belle Classe Explorer Awards, emphasizing a commitment to yachting with purpose. These awards, designed to promote innovative uses of yachts, highlight projects that utilize navigation as a tool for exploration and scientific inquiry. Rather than solely serving recreational purposes, today’s yachts have the potential to foster a deeper understanding of our oceans while sharing impactful experiences with society at large. The Explorer Awards encourage yacht owners and captains to … Read more

Limestone County Court Rules on Belle Mina Quarry Development, Denies Injunction

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ATHENS, Ala. — A proposal to develop a rock quarry in the Belle Mina area of Limestone County has stirred controversy among local residents and environmental activists. The plan, which involves the construction of a large-scale mining operation, recently faced a legal challenge aiming to halt its progress. However, Limestone County Judge Chad Wise denied the request for an injunction that would have temporarily suspended the development. This decision clears the way for the M&N Materials to proceed with the establishment of the quarry, which proponents argue will bring economic benefits to the region, including … Read more