Sy-led SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s largest integrated property developers, is planning to increase the number of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations installed across its nationwide portfolio as it accelerates its push for sustainable mobility. The firm said it...
There’s no denying that fitness is having a moment. What was once confined to gyms and training studios has evolved—getting active now means more than just lifting weights or hitting the treadmill. Locally, this shift is evident in the rise of run clubs and active communities, cities...
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the SM Foundation have formalized a partnership aimed at enhancing the skills of Filipino workers and expanding their access to employment. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed, solidifying a public-private...
Hotel properties under SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) have everything in store for the queens of our homes this May. The luxurious Conrad Manila offers families unforgettable ways to honor their moms, including elevated dining experiences and indulgent relaxation. Guests can enjoy a...
Mall vacancy is projected to return to pre-pandemic levels this year as foreign retail brands strive to capture the interest of a populace that still prefers shopping inside physical malls, according to a report by property advisory firm Colliers. In its first quarter Metro Manila retail report,...
Beach escapes are no longer reserved for summer. Life in the city has made weekend getaways and holiday retreats not indulgences but necessities—an essential return to equilibrium, a deliberate pause from the noise. SM Leisure Resort Residences (SM LRR), a unit of SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM...
A few months before I graduated from grade school and entered my teenage years, a new mall opened near our school—SM Centerpoint, now known as SM City Sta. Mesa. At the time, it was the biggest news among us students. We were all thrilled to finally have a place to hang out after school. That...
Casting votes just got a whole lot easier for the May 12, 2025 National and Local Elections as the SM Supermalls is proud to roll out the Mall Voting Program (MVP) in 20 select SM malls nationwide in partnership with the Commission on Elections (Comelec), bringing democracy closer to...
SM Mall of Asia (MOA) once again became a powerful symbol of hope, movement, and collective action as 13,500 runners laced up to celebrate Earth Day 2025 through the Galaxy Earth Day Run Manila Leg. More than just a simple race, the event was a bold statement: when we run together, we move closer...
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. And yes, I have three sons who are all fully grown adults. So I wouldn’t blame you for raising your eyebrows at the audacity of me writing on a topic that has to do with new and expecting moms—but hear me out. I’ve been following SM Retail’s Green...
In today’s fast-paced world, where everything is becoming increasingly disposable, it’s more important than ever to honor our craftsmanship and weaving traditions—those that root us in our heritage and so elegantly tell our story. In continued celebration of Filipino culture through fashion,...
SM Supermalls, in partnership with Jobstreet by SEEK, facilitated the immediate hiring of 2,091 applicants during its nationwide Labor Day 2025 job fair held across 20 malls. The event drew 14,864 job seekers and was supported by government agencies such as the Social Security System (SSS),...
