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Saturday, July 5, 2025

EMMY AWARD-WINNING FIL-AM ARTIST KARLA PUNO GARCIA SET TO DIRECT AND CHOREOGRAPH TGA’S PRODUCTION OF A CHORUS LINE

Theatre Group Asia (TGA) announces that New York-based Emmy Award-winning choreographer, celebrated Fil-Am director and performer, and sought-after dance educator Karla Puno Garcia will serve as director and choreographer for its local production of A Chorus Line, opening March 2026 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater.


What's New at SM Supermalls in Metro Manila


Let your thirst for trying out new things lead you this month of June.
Be fun, be free, and let spontaneity take the wheel with these new and upcoming gems heading your way. Fromimmersive experiences to robust cuisines from around the globe, to standout fashion pieces—you have the 
power to make the mundane magical when you choose to see every day as a canvas of possibilities.
Wander to wonder, and embrace the magic of curiosity and exploration with SM Supermalls—right here in 
Metro Manila.

SM Supermalls Conducts Incident Command System Workshops for Disaster Preparedness

SM Supermalls conducts Incident Command System workshops to strengthen emergency response through structure, coordination, and accountability.

In a country like the Philippines, where typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural calamities are part of the norm, resilience is not just a necessity but a way of life. Ranked consistently high in the World Risk Index due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire and the typhoon belt, the nation faces challenges that demand coordinated, forward-thinking approaches to disaster preparedness and response. 

It's "Art for Everyone" at SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls supports Filipino artistry by launching 'Art for Everyone,' a month-long celebration of creativity, culture and community in 18 malls this July. This comes after the success of the 2024 Art Market, which earned a Gold Stevie Award for Innovation in the Use of Events. SM Supermalls has been championing the local art scene and last year's Art Market featured over 1,200 Filipino artists and showcased more than 4,000 artworks.


Friday, July 4, 2025

Power Mac Center's FREE Masterclass is Scheduled on July 12

Creativity and productivity take the spotlight once again as premier Apple partner Power Mac Center (PMC) brings back its highly anticipated workshop series, “Masterclass: Create Like a Pro.” This exciting hands-on event highlights the incredible performance and versatility of the Mac and iPad in enabling real-world creativity across various fields.


A Breath of Fresh Air at SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls elevates urban air quality and prioritizes people-centric design, and welcoming spaces in their malls. There's nothing like strolling through a mall with breathtaking views and lush greens. At SM Supermalls, shopping isn't just about transactions- it's about enjoying spaces designed for comfort, sustainability and a healthier environment. More than ever, SM's commitment to green infrastructure is shaping urban air quality while creating a more livable city for everyone.


Thursday, July 3, 2025

Thousands Join SM Cares' Coastal Cleanup

Over 5,000 volunteers joined the nationwide coastal cleanup led by SM Cares last June 7, in celebration of World Oceans Day 2025. SM Cares is the CSR arm of SM Supermalls, and along with the help of volunteers, was able to collectively removed an astounding 30,000kg of trash from the shorelines across the country.


Acer: Undisputed Leader in the Philippine PC Market

Forging partnerships is a great marketing strategy.

Acer Philippines has once again secured the top position in the country's PC market in Q1 2025, with a 35.7% total market share, a 34.2% share in consumer notebooks and an impressive 40.6% share in gaming laptops based on the survey conducted by GfK. Acer also delivered a strong performance in April, with its notebook segment reaching a 36% market share.


Wedding Fair at SMX Aura

Love is in the air at DTI Bagong Pilipinas Wedding Fair at SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier last June 27-29, 2025. The three-day event showcased over 100 Filipino MSMEs from wedding industry. 


Wednesday, July 2, 2025

SM Cares Joins Brigada Eskwela 2025

SM Supermalls has mobilized thousands of volunteers nationwide last June 9-13, 2025 for the annual Brigada Eskwela, to help prepare public schools for the upcoming academic year. This year's Brigada Eskwela theme is- "Nagkakaisa para sa Handa at Ligtas na Pagbabalik Eskwela."


Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Saturday, June 28, 2025

Broadway Star and Blue's Clues Josh Dela Cruz Joins The Cast of TGA's Into The Woods

Theatre Group Asia recently announced that Fil-Am thespian and tv host Josh Dela Cruz will step into the role of Prince Charming/The Wolf in its production of Into The Woods, this coming August at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre.


Friday, June 27, 2025

SM MOA Turns The Ultimate LEGO Playground From July 6-13

The LEGO Group is turning SM MOA into a LEGO Playground from July 6-13, 2025. This is part of the LEGO Group's campaign beginning July 1-15, to turn the Philippines into one big playground that champion's purposeful play to help build essential skills such as creative thinking, problem solving and resilience. 


Thursday, June 26, 2025

Maya App Makes It Easy for Freelancers

Freelancing has been the norm for quite some time now as it makes it easy for that much-needed work-life balance that one doesn't usually get when working fulltime in an office. However, as much as freelancing seems to be less stressful, one missed opportunity or no gigs equates to no income and no backup.


Wednesday, June 25, 2025

JCI World Congress 2026 To Be Held in Clark, Pampanga

Business leaders, JCI member and partners show strong support for the 2026 Junior Chamber International (JCI) World Congress that will be held in Clark, Pampanga.

The event highlight youth leadership, shared commitment for innovation and positive change locally and globally. With the announcement of JCI World Congress 2026 in Clark, Pampanga, it is seen as an opportunity to showcase their chapter's capabilities on a global stage.


Tuesday, June 24, 2025

TCL QD-MiniLED Sets Gold Standard for Visual Excellence

Visual clarity makes an immersive viewing experience whether it's a movie night or a KDrama marathon. Having a TV that renders vivid colors, shadow and scene in stunning details is not impossible with TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and trusted leader in home appliances.


73rd Palanca Awards Deadline on June 30, 2025

Don’t miss the chance to be recognized in the field of literature! Submit your work to the 73rd Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature (CPMA) before the deadline on June 30, 2025.


Pru Life UK Bags Title of Best Employer Brand for 2025 by Employer Branding Institute

Pru Life UK has consistently been recognized as Best Employer Brand by the Employer Branding Institute for its exemplary leadership in talent development, innovation and world-cass employer branding. 


Monday, June 23, 2025

Theatre Group Asia Unveils Exclusive Season Pass and Bundles

Theatre Group Asia (TGA) is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Season Pass bundle, offering unparalleled theatrical experience for fans of Into the Woods* and A Chorus Line**. This premium bundle is crafted for dedicated theater-goers ready to dive deeper into the magic of TGA’S world-class productions.


PICKUP COFFEE Launches First PICKUP PRIME Branch at SM Seaside City Cebu

PICKUP COFFEE, the proudly homegrown brand known for having its iconic green carts all over the nation, opens its first premium in-line branch, PICKUP PRIME at SM Seaside City Cebu. This milestone brings the company's mission to life: to UPlift every moment and everyone, offering a welcoming space for the PICKUP Community to pick-up their coffee fast, connect and enjoy an elevated PICKUP experience.


Sunday, June 22, 2025

Friday, June 20, 2025

HONOR 400 5G Available for Only P22,999 with P1M+ Worth of Raffle Prizes

HONOR has officially launched its groundbreaking HONOR 400 5G with 200MP Ultra-clear AI Camera, versatile AI-powered editing features and exceptional durability, with an SRP of P22,999.


Thursday, June 19, 2025

Lovable Teletubbies Now on CASETiFY

Adorable and lovable '90s icon- The Teletubbies is the latest to collab with CASETiFY. This vibrant partnership not only celebrates the lovable characters but also aims to reintroduce Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po to the younger generation. 


HONOR Philippines Introduces Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia as First Brand Ambassadors

HONOR Philippines is proud to welcome Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia as the first brand ambassadors for its latest innovation, the HONOR 400 5G. This partnership perfectly blends HONOR's advance technology and style with two of the country's most influential stars.


Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Monde Nissin Launches 5 Ground Up Stores Nationwide

Monde Nissing aims to empower the lives of Filipino farmers and in line with this, it has launched five ground-up agricultural cooperatives nationwide. This is part of the company;s 45@45 Sari-Sari Store Enablement Program which aims to build a more inclusive and sustainable supply chain by directly sourcing raw materials from local producers. The cooperatives- focused on cacao (South Cotabato), sugar (Bago City, Negros Occidental), garlic (Bacarra, Ilocos Norte), shallots (Nansuagao, Ilocos Sur) and eggs (Davao City)- which will serve as both suppliers and community-based distributors, and at the same time creating the much-needed livelihood for underserved regions.


Monday, June 16, 2025

Skyro Drives SME Growth By At Least 30%


Unlocking access to credit is proving to be a game-changer for SMEs — fueling business growth by a minimum of 30%, and in some cases by as much as 4x to 5x, according to Skyro. Speaking at the Philippine SME Business Expo 2025, one of the country’s premier events for entrepreneurs and startups, Skyro shared new data showing how embedded financing is helping small retailers scale faster and reach previously untapped markets.



Sunday, June 15, 2025

The Manila Hotel Received Rising Star Award from Trip.com

The Manila Hotel proudly adds another accolade to its legacy of excellence, having received the Rising Star Award from Trip.com at the recently concluded Envision 2025 Global Partner Conference held in Shanghai, China. The prestigious event brought together hospitality and tourism leaders from around the world, honoring outstanding performance and forward-thinking partnerships in the global travel industry.



Saturday, June 14, 2025

Bida Sa Masa, Search for Bida Bakerpreneur Contest is Now Officially Open

The search for Bida Sa Masa, Bida Bakerpreneur is now officially open. 

Calling all passionate bakers, URC has launched the Bida Sa Masa, Search for Bida Bakerpreneur contest. Get a chance to join the mentorship program and launch your very own bakeshop. 


Friday, June 13, 2025

Montblanc Pens Featured in 'The Phoenician Scheme' by Wes Anderson

Iconic writing pen, Montblanc, made a special appearance in The Phoenician Scheme, the latest film by acclaimed American director and screenwriter- Wes Anderson. 


TCL and Arsenal Inspire Greatness and Expands Partnership

TCL and Arsenal has recently announced that it is expanding its partnership into a multi-year global agreement. They began their partnership in 2023 as regional partners focused on the UK, Middle East and Africa, and now become Arsenal's Official Global Consumer Electronics Partner.


Hassle-Free Transaction with PalawanPay and Palawan Express Pera Padala Abroad

With Pera Padala Abroad,you can now send money abroad via PalawanPay and Palawan Express Pera Padala, and it's affordable, fast and hassle-free!


Thursday, June 12, 2025

Celebrity Couple Shaira Diaz and EA Guzman Does Prenup Using HONOR 400 5G

Leading global technology brand HONOR unveiled the extraordinary capabilities of its newest innovation, the HONOR 400 5G, during an exclusive prenup photoshoot featuring celebrity couple Shaira Diaz and EA Guzman.


Freedom Sunrise Run at Shangri-La Plaza

Shangri-La Plaza is raising the flag as the country honor Independence Day this June 12. 

Starting early with Freedom Sunrise Run in partnership with the District 2 Run Crew. This special run begins at 5AM at the Streetscape. The first 50 participants will receive special freebies and snacks, and everyone can enjoy a well-deserved coffee party at Cafe Lyon after the run.


Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Shangri-La Plaza Hosted STRIDE Walkathon to Inspire Wellness and Community

Shangri-la Plaza successfully hosted the recent STRIDE: Walkathon at the Shang, an indoor fitness experience that gathered families and friends of all fitness levels to walk and embrace a healthier lifestyle.


Singlife Philippines Launches Its Protect from Funeral Costs Feature on Singlife Plan & Protect App


In Filipino culture, being present is everything. Whether it’s for birthdays, emergencies, or moments of grief—showing up is how we show love. But what if you couldn’t be there when it matters most?



Friday, June 6, 2025

Anne Curtis on Maintaining Wellness and Mom, Life, Work Balance

Anne Curtis, aside from being an actress, is also a mom, an entrepreneur, a host, amongst others. She wears so many hats and has come to realize that feeling good inside is key to showing up fully- for work, for her family and for herself. Gut health is important for her.


Thursday, June 5, 2025

AI Phone HONOR 400 5G To Bring Photos to Life on June 17!

Leading global technology brand HONOR Philippines is set to change the way we remember moments with the upcoming arrival of its groundbreaking AI phone, the HONOR 400 5G. Officially teased today, this next-generation smartphone promises to bring old photos to life using cutting-edge artificial intelligence on June 17, live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/H400Launch_PR. 


 

SM Supermalls Partners with HOPE and DepEd to Help Build Classrooms

SM Supermalls, HOPE, and the Department of Education recently launched Generation HOPE- a collaborative campaign that transforms everyday consumer purchases into tangible support for Filipino students by helping build classrooms across the country.


Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

TCL C7K QD-Mini LED TV Redefines TV Viewing

Watching TV is a part of almost every one's daily routine- such as unwinding after long day, watching drama series while preparing lunch, or movie marathon bonding with family or friends. 


DTI's Food Festival 2025 Champions Filipino Gastronomy and Digital Transformation of MSMEs

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recently held a three-day festival that highlights Filipino gastronomy and the digital transformation of MSMEs. This was from May 30- June 1, 2025 at Megatrade Halls 1-3, SM Megamall. 


Monday, June 2, 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Giro d'Luca Three-Day Cycling Tour Around Scenic Bohol

Bohol has been the scenic route of the 12th Giro d'Luca cycling celebration which was held last May 23-25, 2025. The cycling tour covered around 500km that brought cyclist from Panglao to Loboc, Chocolate Hills and other scenic location in Bohol.


Friday, May 30, 2025

Philippine Ballet Theatre Presents 'Maria Makiling' on July 5-6 at Samsung Performing Arts Theatre

In line with Philippine Ballet Theatre's (Philippine Ballet Theatre) mission to promote Philippine heritage, literature, and oral tradition while advancing the art of ballet, Philippine Ballet Theatre has created another original Filipino ballet. The centerpiece of their 2025 season is "Maria Makiling," a full-length ballet that reimagines the legendary guardian of Mount Makiling. Through powerful choreography, this performance captures the essence of Filipino folklore and serves as a reminder to uphold good values.


Thursday, May 29, 2025

Nemesis Wins Red Bull Dance Your Style Title

Nemesis won the coveted title of 2025 Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippine National Champion at the recently concluded final showdown held in Ayala Center, Cebu City last May 24, 2025.


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