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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
South Carolina shellfish harvesting season closing
BEAFOURT, S.C. (WSAV) — South Carolina's 2024-2025 shellfish harvesting season will come to a close on Wednesday. The season is closed when summer weather kicks in due to bacteria, according to South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) officials. Vibrio parahaemolyticus are bacteria that naturally live in coastal waters, but higher levels occur when water temperatures exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The bacteria can cause stomach cramps, vomiting and fever if consumed. Raw or undercook oysters are often a way to contract Vibrio, the CDC reports. Coastal waters will remain closed to recreational shellfish harvesting until the fall, when water temperatures begin to cool and ensure that shellfish are once again safe for harvesting and consumption, officials said. Shellfish harvesting is expected to reopen Oct. 1, 2025. Even though recreational harvesting is closed, South Carolina Oyster Recycling and Enhancement (SCORE) works on community-based oyster restoration building oyster habitats using recycled shell. The public is invited to join SCNDR staff to help create the habitats. SCORE accepts recycled oyster shells year-round. Collection sites can be found online or by calling SCDNR at (843) 953-9397. Other types of shell, such as clams and whelks, are also accepted. Check the SCORE webpage for a calendar of events or email the community restoration staff at score@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
25-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Federal Cuts Threaten 100,000 Women-Owned Businesses in New York – Contact Your Senator Now to Save SCORE
New York Women in Business (NYWIB) urges immediate action to preserve vital entrepreneurial support The future of 100,000 women-owned small businesses in New York hangs in the balance. Proposed federal budget cuts to SCORE —a critical nonprofit partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration—threaten to eliminate the foundation behind one of the city's most vital entrepreneurial networks: New York Women in Business (NYWIB). Founded in 2016 by marketing veteran Mary Tan, a longtime SCORE mentor, NYWIB was built by—and continues to operate because of—SCORE's resources, volunteers, and infrastructure. Without SCORE, NYWIB will not survive. For nearly a decade, NYWIB has helped women turn ideas into income, passion into purpose, and side hustles into sustainable livelihoods. That entire ecosystem is now at risk. 'This isn't just a funding cut. It's a direct hit to women fighting to build something for themselves and their families,' said Tan, who has mentored more than 2,000 entrepreneurs through SCORE. 'Defunding SCORE means the end of NYWIB—and silencing thousands of women's voices, dreams, and economic potential.' The True Cost Of Defunding SCORE Nationally, SCORE's 10,000+ volunteer mentors serve over 100,000 small business clients annually, helping to create and sustain jobs while generating billions in economic impact. In New York alone, SCORE's network supports thousands of entrepreneurs each year. Without SCORE's guidance, the ripple effects would be devastating: SCORE clients are 3x more likely to start a business and 2x more likely to remain in business after two years compared to non-clients. If SCORE disappears, the entire NYWIB network disappears with it—taking critical mentorship, workshops, and startup success stories along with it. Act Now — Your Voice Can Save NYWIB and Women-Owned Businesses Across New York NYWIB is urging entrepreneurs, families, and allies to take immediate action. Contact your New York State Senator and demand continued federal funding for SCORE. Without it, NYWIB—and the thousands of women-owned businesses it supports—will cease to exist. Speak up. Show up. Stand with the women who keep New York's small business economy alive. Find your senator: About New York Women in Business (NYWIB) New York Women in Business (NYWIB), founded by SCORE NYC in 2016, is a coalition of organizations representing approximately 100,000 women entrepreneurs in the New York Tri-State area. Through expert mentoring, free workshops, and targeted resources, NYWIB helps women start, manage, and grow successful businesses. It is powered by SCORE—and cannot exist without it. Learn more at and follow NYWIB on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. About SCORE SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. SCORE's 10,000+ volunteer business mentors have relevant experience and training to help you succeed. Learn more at Media Contact Melissa Ortiz +1 408-772-0972 [email protected] ### SOURCE: New York Women in Business (NYWIB) Copyright 2025 EZ Newswire
FF News
19-05-2025
- Business
- FF News
Booking.com Advances Corporate Payments with Broadridge's Service for Swift SCORE+, Enabling Real-Time Tracking and Efficiency
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR), a global Fintech leader, today announced the successful live implementation of Swift SCORE+ services for achieving a milestone in advancing corporate payment connectivity, transparency, and efficiency. The Broadridge services operate through its established infrastructure that includes frictionless Swift API connectivity and end-to-end transaction lifecycle management. SCORE+ is an evolution of Swift's Standardised Corporate Environment (SCORE), providing corporate institutions with a single Swift network connection for all banking partners. By leveraging richer data coming from the ISO 20022 standards and real-time tracking, SCORE+ provides multinational corporates like with enhanced payment visibility, regulatory compliance, and streamlined financial operations. 'SCORE+ marks the most significant evolution for corporates since Swift first opened the doors to the corporate world in the early 2000s for payments and reporting between corporates and their banks. It allows corporates like to track their significant transaction volume in real time and enhance payment efficiency across its global banking network, all while ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory standards,' said Kai Marzenell, Director, Swift Product Management at Broadridge. 'We're very proud to be enabling the innovation that is helping corporates modernize their payment infrastructure and drive efficiency and simplification in their operations.' Corporates managing multiple banking relationships are facing fragmented payment processes such as logging into various bank portals, dealing with inconsistent formats, and navigating limited transaction visibility. With Broadridge's solution for SCORE+, now benefits from: Single multi-bank connectivity: One Swift-based connection linking to all banking partners for their automated payment flows and eliminating the need for multiple online portals. Real-time payment tracking : End-to-end visibility on both outbound and inbound transactions, reducing delays and operational risk. ISO 20022 compliance: Standardized richer payment data, ensuring regulatory alignment and enabling faster, more transparent transactions. Automated exception handling: Instant alerts on payment failures and the ability to r esolve transaction issues in near time. Real-time visibility towards end-beneficiary credit confirmations and returns timelines. Instant cash reporting (imminent): Real-time financial insights that enhance cash flow and liquidity management, improve decision making, and boost operational efficiency. 'Booking's relationship with Broadridge dates back to almost a decade, starting with leveraging the standardized and secure Swift Gateway, via Broadridge, connecting all the banks across the globe,' said Athresh Sudhindra, Treasury Manager – Banking Technology, 'This is further enhanced with Broadridge's SCORE+ solution, allowing Booking to have near real-time tracking and settlement confirmation of cross-border payments. It has been a great overall experience partnering with Broadridge to improve operational efficiencies and ensuring greater visibility and tracking of cross-border payments.' was a pilot participant in Swift's Corporate Working Group, collaborating with Broadridge and Swift to refine and implement SCORE+ and payment tracking. The company played a key role in testing how the solution enhances cross-border payment standardization and multi-bank transaction tracking. SCORE+ aligns with Swift's Cross-Border Payments and Reporting framework, ensuring corporates move beyond traditional banking to a modern, API-driven payment ecosystem. Broadridge is continuing to work with global enterprises to facilitate a smooth transition to ISO 20022, helping corporates future-proof their payment infrastructure. Companies In This Post Broadridge
Borneo Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Wan Junaidi calls for private sector to drive Sarawak's economic transformation
Wan Junaidi and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi arrive at the DUN complex for the opening ceremony of DUN Sitting. They were accompanied by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, DUN Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohd Asfia Awang Nassar and his wife Puan Sri Dato Fatimah Mohd Iskandar. – Penerangan photo KUCHING (May 19): Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has called on the private sector to play an active role and contribute to the government's efforts in implementing high-impact initiatives aimed at transforming Sarawak's economic landscape. He said the people must also be ready to seize the job and business opportunities that will be generated from government-initiated programmes and projects. In his opening address at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting here today, the Head of State said Sarawak is increasingly standing out with its impressive achievements as a progressive region in Malaysia, marked by political stability, clear and forward-looking economic policies, and prudent fiscal management. 'At the international level, Sarawak is gaining recognition and attention as a strategic investment destination in the region, particularly in emerging economic sectors. 'I fully support the Sarawak government's continued efforts to attract high-quality investments by leveraging the state's competitive advantages and strategic geographical position. 'This includes strengthening the investment ecosystem through improvements in basic infrastructure and logistics services in Sarawak. Proposals to build new ports and airports are timely and in line with the goal of establishing Sarawak as a regional logistics hub,' he said. He also congratulated the Sarawak government for successfully taking over the Bintulu Port Authority and acquiring MASwings as a Sarawak-owned airline, which has been rebranded as AirBorneo. 'This strategic move will undoubtedly strengthen Sarawak's ambitions to become a regional logistics hub, thereby boosting the state's economy through trade, industry, and tourism.' Earlier, Wan Junaidi paid tribute to the country's fifth Prime Minister, the late Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi whom he described as a visionary leader who cared deeply for the wellbeing of the people. 'During his leadership, five economic development corridors were launched in Malaysia. One of them was the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE) which was launched on February 11, 2008. 'The establishment of SCORE succeeded in attracting both foreign and domestic investments, particularly in the Samalaju Industrial Park, which provided many employment and economic opportunities for the people of Sarawak,' he said. He said Abdullah's passing was a great loss to the nation and that his invaluable contributions, particularly to Sarawak, were immeasurable and will always be remembered. Abdullah passed away at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on April 14 at the age of 85. Born on Nov 26, 1939, in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Abdullah helmed the country's premiership from Oct 31, 2003, until April 3, 2009, following the resignation of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Daily Express
18-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah's distinct advantage for investors
Published on: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 18, 2025 By: Datuk Roger Chin Text Size: SABAH is a standout destination for both foreign and domestic direct investment, surpassing Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia in various strategic, economic, and policy-driven metrics. The state's unique combination of natural resources, cost advantages, strategic geographic location, and forward-thinking governance makes it the clear choice for investors looking to expand in Southeast Asia. Advertisement Below is a detailed comparative analysis of why Sabah outshines Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia as an investment destination. Strategic Geographic Advantage Sabah's location at the northern tip of Borneo places it in the heart of the Asean region. It is geographically closer to key global markets such as China, Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines compared to Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. This proximity reduces shipping times and logistical costs for businesses targeting East Asia and Pacific trade routes. Advertisement Advantage Over Sarawak - While both Sabah and Sarawak are located on Borneo, Sabah's ports are better positioned for direct international trade. The Sepanggar Bay Container Port in Kota Kinabalu serves as a deep-water transshipment hub, capable of handling large vessels for global shipping routes. Sarawak's ports, such as those in Kuching and Bintulu, cater primarily to domestic and regional trade, limiting their appeal for global exporters. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - While Peninsular Malaysia enjoys proximity to the Strait of Malacca, it faces heavy congestion and competition in established ports like Port Klang and Tanjung Pelepas. Sabah, with its less congested and expanding port facilities, provides a cost-effective alternative for exporters and manufacturers seeking seamless access to international markets. Resource Diversity and Economic Stability Sabah boasts a broader range of natural resources than either Sarawak or Peninsular Malaysia. Its economy benefits from a diversified resource base that includes oil and gas, palm oil, fisheries, and forestry, alongside growing renewable energy potential. Advantage Over Sarawak - While Sarawak heavily depends on oil and gas exports and its SCORE (Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy) initiative, Sabah has successfully diversified its economy. The palm oil sector, supported by integrated downstream facilities such as the Palm Oil Industrial Cluster (POIC) in Lahad Datu, contributes significantly to Sabah's GDP. Additionally, Sabah's marine biodiversity positions it as a leader in fisheries and aquaculture, industries where Sarawak has limited activity. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - Peninsular Malaysia's reliance on industrialisation and urban-centric growth makes its economy vulnerable to global trade fluctuations. Sabah, by contrast, balances natural resource exploitation with emerging industries like eco-tourism and green energy, providing economic stability even during global downturns. Competitive Cost Structure Sabah offers a significantly lower cost of doing business compared to Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. Labour costs, land acquisition prices, and utility rates are all more affordable, giving businesses a competitive edge. Labour Costs - Sabah's labour market is competitive, with lower wages for skilled and unskilled workers compared to Peninsular Malaysia. For example, industrial wages in Sabah are often 10–20% lower than in urban centres like Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru. Sarawak's wages are comparable but often constrained by a smaller talent pool due to its lower population density. Land Costs - Sabah's land acquisition costs for industrial, commercial, and agricultural purposes are significantly cheaper than Peninsular Malaysia's urbanised areas. In Sarawak, Native Customary Rights (NCR) land issues create additional legal and procedural hurdles, which Sabah's clear land policies under the Sabah Land Ordinance effectively avoid. Utility Costs - Sabah's water tariffs are among the lowest in Malaysia, and the state's renewable energy initiatives are driving down electricity costs, making it attractive for energy-intensive industries such as manufacturing and agriculture. Infrastructure and Connectivity Sabah's infrastructure is rapidly developing to support its growing economy, with investments in ports, airports, roads, and digital connectivity. Advantage Over Sarawak - While both states face challenges in rural infrastructure, Sabah has outpaced Sarawak in developing integrated logistics hubs such as the Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park (KKIP) and the Sepanggar Bay Container Port. Sarawak's SCORE initiative has primarily focused on energy-intensive industries, limiting broader industrial and logistical growth. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - Peninsular Malaysia's infrastructure is advanced but often congested in urban centres like Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru. Sabah, by contrast, offers well-planned industrial zones and a more accessible environment for businesses looking to avoid the delays and inefficiencies associated with overburdened infrastructure. Tourism Industry Leadership Sabah has positioned itself as Malaysia's leader in eco-tourism and nature-based tourism, leveraging its unique biodiversity and cultural heritage. Advantage Over Sarawak - While Sarawak also has eco-tourism offerings, such as the Mulu Caves, Sabah has a more mature and globally recognised tourism sector. Iconic attractions like Mount Kinabalu, Sipadan Island, and the Danum Valley rainforest attract international visitors, driving robust tourism revenues. Sabah's tourism infrastructure, including luxury resorts and adventure activities, is more developed and diverse. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - Peninsular Malaysia's tourism is urban-centric, focused on cities like Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Sabah, with its pristine natural environment, appeals to high-value eco-tourists seeking unique experiences. This differentiation positions Sabah as a leader in sustainable tourism, an increasingly lucrative market segment. Proactive Governance and Investor Support Sabah's government has been particularly proactive in fostering an investor-friendly environment, with streamlined processes, tax incentives, and targeted economic initiatives. Advantage Over Sarawak - Sarawak's investment environment can be hampered by bureaucratic delays and land ownership issues related to NCR land. Sabah's governance, under the Sabah Economic Development and Investment Authority (SEDIA), is focused on reducing red tape and ensuring transparency. The Sabah Development Corridor (SDC) offers tailored incentives, including tax exemptions and investment allowances, to attract investors in priority sectors. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - Peninsular Malaysia, while offering a business-friendly environment, is often less flexible due to its size and centralised bureaucracy. Sabah's state-driven approach allows for quicker decision-making and customised solutions for investors. Social and Political Stability Sabah's diverse population and inclusive governance contribute to a stable socio-political environment, which is critical for long-term investments. Advantage Over Sarawak - Sabah's population is larger and more urbanised than Sarawak's, providing a more dynamic consumer base and labour force. Additionally, Sabah has faced fewer disputes over federal-state relations compared to Sarawak, where demands for greater autonomy can sometimes create uncertainty. Advantage Over Peninsular Malaysia - Sabah's political landscape is less polarised than Peninsular Malaysia's, where ethnic and regional divisions often influence governance and policy. This stability makes Sabah an appealing destination for businesses seeking consistency and predictability. Emerging Sectors and Future Potential Sabah is rapidly expanding its presence in emerging sectors, including renewable energy, halal industries, and the digital economy. Renewable Energy - Sabah's untapped potential in hydropower, biomass, and solar energy positions it as a leader in sustainable energy production, far ahead of Peninsular Malaysia's urban-constrained energy grid and Sarawak's SCORE, which is heavily tied to hydropower alone. Halal Industries - Sabah's proximity to Muslim-majority markets in Asean and the Middle East makes it an ideal hub for halal-certified products, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. This industry is less developed in Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. Sabah as the Preferred Investment Destination Sabah offers a unique combination of advantages that make it the superior choice for investment compared to Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. Its strategic location, diversified economy, lower costs, robust infrastructure, and proactive governance create an ideal environment for businesses seeking growth and profitability. With its focus on sustainability, emerging industries, and inclusivity, Sabah is not just a destination for investment—it is a blueprint for Malaysia's future economic success. Investors seeking long-term opportunities in Southeast Asia will find Sabah to be the best decision they could make. The views expressed here are the views of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of the Daily Express. If you have something to share, write to us at: [email protected]
