PHILADELPHIA, PA, May 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TruMerit, a global leader in healthcare workforce development and credential verification, today announced that it has issued its first verifiable digital credentials to healthcare professionals through a new partnership with Credivera, marking a major step forward in secure, portable credential verification for the global healthcare workforce.The first group of digital credentials has been awarded to nurses and other healthcare professionals who successfully passed TruMerit's global certification examinations over the last year. These include the Certified Global Nurse credential and credentials tailored for nurses and other healthcare workers specializing in rehabilitation care. These secure credentials can now be stored, managed, and shared digitally, allowing employers, regulators, and licensing authorities to instantly verify professional qualifications.Through Credivera's secure credential exchange platform, TruMerit credentials are issued in encrypted, tamper-proof digital formats that align with globally recognized verification standards. As healthcare systems worldwide face workforce shortages and increasing cross-border mobility of healthcare professionals, trusted credential verification has become a critical infrastructure challenge for regulators, employers, and governments. Verifiable digital credentials enable professional qualifications to be securely issued, instantly validated, and easily shared across borders--reducing administrative delays while strengthening confidence in the authenticity of healthcare credentials."By introducing verifiable digital credentials with Credivera--and issuing the first credentials to successful certification candidates--we are helping build a trusted digital identity for healthcare professionals that allows their qualifications to be securely verified anywhere in the world," said Peter Preziosi, President and CEO of TruMerit. "This initiative modernizes credential verification and gives professionals greater control over how their achievements are shared with employers and regulators."Credivera supports a growing global network of organizations issuing encrypted credentials and verified identity records through its secure credential exchange infrastructure."Professional credentials are increasingly becoming part of a person's digital identity," said Dan Giurescu, CEO of Credivera. "Our platform allows trusted organizations like TruMerit to issue secure, verifiable credentials that professionals can control and share anywhere in the world. Together we are helping create a more transparent and trusted system for verifying healthcare qualifications."The TruMerit-Credivera collaboration represents part of a broader shift toward verifiable digital identity systems, where trusted organizations issue portable credentials that professionals can carry throughout their careers.About TruMeritTruMerit is a worldwide leader in healthcare workforce development with nearly 50 years of experience supporting the mobility of nurses and other healthcare workers. Formerly CGFNS International, TruMerit validates the education, training, and professional experience of internationally educated health professionals seeking authorization to practice in the United States and other countries. Through its expanded mission and the Global Health Workforce Development Institute, TruMerit advances research, standards, and certifications that strengthen the global health workforce and promote equitable, sustainable career mobility. www.trumerit.org.Media Contact:LEA SIMSChief Marketing & Communications OfficerTruMeritmedia@trumerit.orgSOURCE: TruMerit Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

From left to right: Ivan Lam, Executive Director for International Business, Charter Keck Cramer; Josh Chye, Partner, Tax Consulting, HLB Mann Judd; Michael Lang, State Director, Residential Projects Melbourne, Savills Australia; Jules Kay, General Manager, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events; Colin Chee, Creative Director & Founder, Never Too Small; Benson Zhou, Director, CBD & Metropolitan Sales Melbourne, Savills Australia; and Karen Kong, Head of Property Lending, Bendigo BankSYDNEY, AU, May 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) programme returns for its ninth edition in 2026 following two successful launch events in Sydney and Melbourne, announcing a roster of new categories that elevate real estate standards across the country’s booming urban centres.This year’s winners will be recognised at the gala celebration of the 9th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) to be held on Friday, 4 September 2026, at the Shangri-La Sydney. Entries are now open until July.Key dates for the 2026 edition are:Now – Entries open10 July 2026 – Entries close28-31 July 2026 – Site Inspections4 September 2026 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Sydney, Australia11 December 2026 – International Grand Final Gala Dinner in Bangkok, ThailandThe expanded PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) programme aligns with transformative market dynamics taking place across cities from Melbourne to Sydney and Brisbane. High-quality built spaces in urban centres nationwide continue to appeal to discerning domestic property seekers and cross-border investors, especially those from Southeast Asia.Newly introduced categories include Best Condo Developer, Best Housing Developer, Best First Home Development, Best Wellness Hospitality Development, Best Marina Development, Best Landmark Development, Best Sales Gallery Interior Design, and Best Landmark Design.Asia Connect in AustraliaThe launch of the 9th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) comes on the heels of two high-profile Asia Connect events in Melbourne and Sydney. Asia Connect brought together thought leaders and industry professionals to discuss market trends set to impact the outlook of urban development in Australia.From left to right: Watcharaphon Chaisuk, Senior Solutions Manager, PropertyGuru Group; Philip Low, President, AMBC-NSW; Councillor Robert Kok, City of Sydney Council; Josh Chye, Partner, Tax Consulting, HLB Mann Judd; Jules Kay, General Manager, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events; Ivan Lam, Executive Director for International Business, Charter Keck Cramer; and Udomluk Suwan, Sales Director, PropertyGuru Group.Asia Connect: Sydney, held on 13 March in the New South Wales capital, served as a prelude to the 2026 awards programme. The launch event at the Four Seasons Hotel gained the support of the City of Sydney Council, led by Councillor Robert Kok, and convened market experts and award-winning developers, including Eterno Property Group and Skyland Group.Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, City of Melbourne CouncilThe launch continued 17 March with Asia Connect: Melbourne, held at the Savills headquarters in the Victorian capital. The gathering featured insights from property experts and was welcomed by Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, who joined developers, design professionals, and industry associations to discuss sustainable urban growth.Stability and liveabilityJules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “As we launch the 2026 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) from Sydney, we turn our focus to a market poised for a resurgence. With airport upgrades and mega-infrastructure coming to life, the city looks set to lead national growth. This complex market demands the capital and innovation that Asia's investors, seeking stability beyond traditional markets, are uniquely positioned to provide. We can't wait to see what the finest real estate in Sydney and, by extension, Australia, looks like this year.”He added: “As one of the world’s most liveable cities, Melbourne has shown us a flight to quality and a fascinating paradox, characterised by price growth against headwinds. Such a divergence underscores the need to spotlight resilience, from the resurgence of Asian capital to the student accommodation boom, as we contribute to a market that continues to showcase Australia’s best real estate.”Ivan Lam, Executive Director for International Business, Charter Keck Cramer and PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) chairpersonIvan Lam, chairperson of the independent judging panel and executive director for international business at Charter Keck Cramer, said: “We are thrilled to honour the finest real estate in Sydney and the rest of Australia this year. We are optimistic about blue-chip suburbs in Australia's largest city as well as the many public works that promise to unlock value across New South Wales. The westward transformation of Sydney especially presents a generational opportunity for astute investors and developers alike while the enduring appeal of the city's eastern and northern suburbs demonstrates the prestige market’s resilience. We call on developers to submit their best and showcase their works to property seekers and peers across Australia and the region.”He added: “With impressive growth forecasted for Melbourne, we expect a resilient market defined by emerging luxury enclaves and an enduring, inherent appeal to Asian property seekers as well as local buyers. The calibre of this year’s entries will surely reflect the dynamism of this market.”From left to right: Josh Chye, Partner, Tax Consulting, HLB Mann Judd; Joe Phegan, Managing Director, Savills Victoria; Ivan Lam, Executive Director for International Business, Charter Keck Cramer; Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, City of Melbourne Council; Karen Kong, Head of Property Lending, Bendigo Bank; Jules Kay, General Manager, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events; Benson Zhou, Director, CBD & Metropolitan Sales Melbourne, Savills Australia; and Watcharaphon Chaisuk, Senior Solutions Manager, PropertyGuru GroupOrganised by PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading PropTech company, Asia Connect: Sydney and Asia Connect: Melbourne were supported by Australia Malaysia Business Council in New South Wales (AMBC-NSW) and Victoria (AMBC-Vic), Malaysian Developers Council of Australia (MDCA), and Savills Australia; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; and official supervisor HLB Mann Judd.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUPPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia's leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 32 million property seekers monthly2 to connect with over 50,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 18 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as the region's biggest and most respected industry recognition platform - PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, events, and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2024 and December 2024.(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2024 and December 2024.(3) Based on data between October 2024 and December 2024.(4) Based on data between July 2024 and December 2024.PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:General Enquiries:Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 954 4154E: allan@propertyguru.com Media & Partnerships: Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media and Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 701 2510E: nate@propertyguru.com Sales & Nominations:Watcharaphon Chaisuk (Jeff), Solutions ManagerM: +66 95 797 0595E: jeff@propertyguru.comPiyachanok Raungpaka, Senior Media & Marketing Services ExecutiveM: +66 94 887 5163E: piyachanok@propertyguru.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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SINGAPORE, May 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Travelling more frequently does not always require a bigger income or a higher monthly spend. With thoughtful planning and smarter use of financial tools, travel expenses can be managed in a way that feels more sustainable. For many people in Singapore, using a miles credit card can help turn everyday spending into future travel opportunities.When used carefully, miles earned from regular expenses may gradually reduce flight and travel costs, making short getaways and annual holidays more achievable without stretching the budget. In a city like Singapore, where flights to nearby destinations such as Bangkok, Bali, Kuala Lumpur, and Tokyo are common, earning more miles can bring your next destinations within reach.Understanding How Travel Miles WorkTravel miles are reward points earned when you spend on eligible cards, particularly miles-focused credit cards. These miles can later be redeemed for flights, seat upgrades, or travel-related perks, depending on the airline or rewards programme.In Singapore, many miles credit cards offer earning rates ranging from 1.2 to 1.6 miles per SGD 1 spent locally, while overseas spending can go up to 2 to 4 miles per SGD 1. This means a monthly expense of around SGD 2,000 could generate approximately 2,400 to 3,200 miles, depending on the card and category.How Using a Miles Credit Card Can Help Reduce Travel CostsEarning miles on everyday expensesDaily costs, such as groceries, petrol, mobile bills, streaming subscriptions, and dining, can earn miles when charged to the right card. For example, a household spending around SGD 1,500-2,500 monthly on routine expenses may slowly build enough miles for a regional return flight within a year.However, it is important to know that different miles credit cards reward spending in different ways. Some offer higher miles on everyday categories like dining, groceries, or online shopping, while others give bonus miles on travel-related spending such as flights, hotels, or overseas transactions. There are also general spending cards that let you steadily earn miles on most purchases.Choosing a card that matches your spending habits can help you turn everyday expenses into miles for future trips.Reducing airfare expenses through redemptionsRedeeming miles for flights may help reduce ticket prices significantly. A return economy flight from Singapore to Bangkok may require around 25,000-30,000 miles. You can use your miles to partially or fully cover airfare, and the remaining budget can be put toward hotels or experiences.Lowering upgrade and comfort costsMiles can also be used for seat upgrades. Instead of paying cash for premium economy or business class, travellers may use miles to improve comfort, especially on long-haul routes.Strategic Ways to Earn Miles Faster in SingaporeFocusing on high-mile categoriesSome cards offer bonus miles on dining, online shopping, ride-hailing, or travel bookings. Using these cards for those categories may increase earning rates from around 1.2 miles per dollar on general spending to as much as 4 miles per dollar. On a SGD 800 dining and online spend, earning 4 miles per dollar instead of 1.2 can result in over 2,000 extra miles per month.Timing big purchases thoughtfullyExpenses such as annual insurance premiums, electronics, furniture, or education fees can be timed during promotional periods. Banks in Singapore often run limited-time campaigns offering 5x to 10x miles or bonus mile packages, which may accelerate mile accumulation without increasing total spending.Using sign-up and retention bonuses wiselyMany miles credit cards offer welcome bonuses ranging from 10,000 to 50,000 miles, depending on minimum spend. When planned well, these bonuses can cover a significant portion of a flight ticket redemption and support more frequent travel plans.Making the Most of Miles RedemptionsBooking flights early for better valueAward seats are limited, especially during school holidays and festive periods. Planning trips three to six months ahead may provide better redemption availability and lower mileage requirements.Comparing cash prices versus miles usageSometimes, budget airline fares from Singapore can be as low as SGD 80-150, serving more value for longer distances. Comparing cents-per-mile value helps ensure miles are used where they make the most impact.Using miles for one-way travelRedeeming miles for one-way flights can provide flexibility. Travellers might use miles for departure and cash for return or vice versa.Planning Travel Around Miles Instead of DatesChoosing destinations based on redemption valueSelecting destinations based on miles availability can help maintain a steady travel rhythm throughout the year. Southeast Asian destinations, for example, often provide higher value per mile compared to long-haul routes.Flying during off-peak periodsAvoiding school holidays and major public holidays may require fewer miles and save 10-20% on mileage costs, enabling more trips using the same balance.Managing Costs Beyond FlightsUsing travel perks included with miles credit cardsMany cards in Singapore offer complimentary travel insurance, airport lounge access, and dining discounts. These benefits can reduce out-of-pocket costs that would otherwise add several hundred dollars per trip.Pairing miles with hotel dealsBooking hotels during flash sales, credit card promotions, or through airline hotel partners may further reduce travel expenses. Savings of SGD 100-300 per stay can significantly impact overall trip budgeting.Travelling More Without Spending MoreA miles credit card, when used responsibly, can help convert routine expenses into future travel opportunities. By understanding earning structures, planning redemptions carefully, and staying flexible with destinations and travel dates, Singapore-based travellers can make travel a regular part of life rather than an occasional luxury. With patience and mindful usage, miles can quietly add up-one grocery bill, one meal, and one monthly expense at a time-helping turn travel dreams into achievable plans.Disclaimer: This content is published by iQuanti Singapore Pte. Ltd., an external marketer engaged and compensated by UOB Ltd.Contact Information:Name: Sonakshi MurzeEmail: Sonakshi.murze@iquanti.comJob Title: ManagerSOURCE: iQuanti, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, May 7, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nissin Foods Company Limited (“Nissin Foods” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; Stock code: 1475) announced today that the Group and Itochu Hong Kong Limited (“Itochu HK”) have signed agreements to jointly invest in Nissin Marketing and Sales (H.K.) Limited (“NMS”). The transaction was completed through capital contributions from both parties. Nissin Foods remains the controlling shareholder of NMS.The joint capital investment will enhance the Group’s product procurement capabilities, allowing for the exploration and development of new agent brands, including new and third-party brands, not only from Japan but also from other overseas markets to delight local consumers in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Nissin Foods and Itochu HK will leverage their partnerships with major retail chains and experience with e-commerce platforms to expand sales channels both online and offline. Additionally, utilising advanced logistics networks in the Chinese Mainland will improve operational efficiency, ensuring the Group’s sustained growth and competitiveness in the markets. Mr Kiyotaka ANDO, Executive Director, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nissin Foods, said, “ITOCHU Group possesses extensive resources and invaluable experience in the distribution business sector. This joint capital investment will create beneficial synergies for both parties. The agreement reflects Nissin Foods’ ongoing commitment to bringing high-quality and diverse brands and products to local consumers in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, ultimately supporting the Group’s distribution operations and ensuring sustainable growth.”Nissin Marketing and Sales (H.K.) Limited (“NMS”, formerly Hong Kong Eastpeak Limited) was established to manage two distribution subsidiaries in Hong Kong and Shanghai. NMS wholly owns the two distribution arms, unifying management and enhancing the Group’s ability to attract brand partners. The Hong Kong subsidiary distributes beverages, confectionery, snacks, Japanese-branded seasoning sauces and chilled products in Hong Kong, experiencing growth due to revived inbound tourism and expanded sales channels, including a new Japanese chocolate and cookie brand. The Shanghai subsidiary oversees the distribution of confectionery and beverages in the Chinese Mainland, expanding its product portfolio with new offerings, such as European bottled water and Japanese carbonated beverages, which further strengthens the Group’s presence in the premium imported products segment.Nissin Marketing and Sales (H.K.) Limited oversees the two distribution subsidiaries in Hong Kong and Shanghai. The companies offer a diverse range of products, featuring natural mineral waters and sparkling waters, coffee, seasoning sauces, curries, mixed vegetable and fruit juices, a wide assortment of snacks and sweets, as well as premium chocolates and cookies. The Hong Kong subsidiary is distributing more than 440 products in 8 different categories in Hong Kong.The Shanghai subsidiary is handling the distribution of more than 300 products in 20 categories in the Chinese Mainland.About Nissin Foods Company LimitedNissin Foods Company Limited ("Nissin Foods”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; Stock code: 1475) is a renowned food company in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, with a diversified portfolio of well-known and highly popular brands, primarily focusing on the premium instant noodle segment. The Group officially established its presence in Hong Kong in 1984 and is the largest instant noodle company in Hong Kong. The Group primarily manufactures and sells instant noodles, high-quality frozen food products, including frozen dim sum and frozen noodles, and also sells and distributes other food and beverage products, including retort pouches, snacks, mineral water, sauce and vegetable products under its two core corporate brands, namely “NISSIN” and “DOLL” together with a diversified portfolio of iconic household premium brands. The Group’s five flagship product brands, namely “Cup Noodles”, “Demae Iccho”, “Doll Instant Noodle”, “Doll Dim Sum” and “Fuku” are also among the most popular choices in their respective food product categories in Hong Kong. In the Chinese market, the Group has introduced technology innovation through the “ECO Cup” concept and primarily focuses its sales efforts in first- and second-tier cities. In addition, Nissin Foods operates business in other regions including Vietnam, Taiwan, Korea and Australia markets.Nissin Foods is currently a constituent of five Hang Seng Indexes, namely: Hang Seng Composite Index, Hang Seng Composite SmallCap Index, Hang Seng Composite Industry Index - Consumer Staples, Hang Seng SCHK Consumption Index and Hang Seng SCHK Consumer Staples Index. Nissin Foods is eligible for trading under Shanghai-Hong Kong and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect. For more information, please visit www.nissingroup.com.hk. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com