The Philippine National Police (PNP) ordered all police commanders to coordinate with the Department of Education (DepEd) in providing the necessary assistance for the conduct of active shooter drills in all schools nationwide. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr. also emphasized that the...
The Taguig police conducted an active shooter simulation exercise in a public school to enhance safety and emergency preparedness. Personnel from the Tipas Police Sub-station 5 held the exercise at Napindan Integrated School in Barangay Napindan, Taguig, to assess and improve the response...
BAGUIO CITY – The Department of Education-Baguio Schools Division Office (DepEd-BSDO) and the city Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) are working with two public schools to develop an active shooter response plan. “If the plans are successful, we will disseminate (them) to...
TACLOBAN CITY — The Police Regional Office-8 (PRO 8) conducted a training against active shooters at the Convention Center in Barangay Tabgas, Albuera, Leyte, on Sunday, June 28. The training, dubbed Tactical Response to Active Shooting was led by the 1st Leyte Provincial Mobile Force Company...
When more than 25,000 runners took over EDSA during the historic Galaxy Manila Marathon, they were not simply participating in one of the country 's biggest races—they were part of a movement transforming how Filipinos experience fitness, community, and active living. For the first time,...
MANILA, Philippines, June 2026 — Across the country, a growing community of runners, pickleball players, skaters, bowlers, cyclists, fitness enthusiasts, and aspiring athletes are embracing more active lifestyles at SM Supermalls. Through SM Active Hub, millions of Filipinos have found...
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will request more than ₱1 billion in funding to further develop active transport infrastructure across the country and make roads safer and more inclusive for cyclists and pedestrians. Transportation Undersecretary Mark Steven Pastor said the DOTr is...
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s fastest-growing sport has found its biggest stage at your most-loved SM Supermalls. Through SM Active Hub, SM continues to redefine malling by turning its spaces into a leading destination for sports, wellness, and community experiences. Long before it became...
PASAY CITY, Philippines, April 2026 — SM Supermalls marked the first anniversary of SM Active Hub with a nationwide activation across its malls, transforming them into the largest playground in the country and the biggest shared space for movement in one synchronized day. Launched a year ago, SM...
Fashion is something that goes beyond just covering the body. It is a tool for self-expression, enhancing one’s natural features, and giving someone a boost of confidence. In some cases, however, it becomes something many dread—and it is not just about the pieces, but also the pressure to...
SM Supermalls’ bike initiative, launched during the pandemic, has become a nationwide active mobility system and won 36 recognitions at the 2025 Mobility Awards for promoting safe and accessible cycling across its properties. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) recognized SM Supermalls with...
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Mary Joy Tabal, the country’s first-ever Filipina marathoner to compete in the Olympics, has found a new purpose in life: to share her knowledge to aspiring athletes who dream of becoming achievers someday. Champion marathoner Mary Joy Tabal Tabal defied odds and...
