Big Car Energy: Why The GAC AION UT Feels Bigger Than Its Segment

As the Philippines accelerates toward an electrified future, car buyers are looking for vehicles that deliver real-world practicality, proven safety, and everyday convenience without compromising on style or urban drivability. Following the successful rollouts of its premium family movers, GAC Philippines is steering its electric vehicle movement into a chic new direction with the all-new GAC AION UT. Arriving on Philippine shores after massive success in major global automotive markets like Thailand, Europe, and Latin America, this EV compact hatchback offers eco-conscious urbanites a perfect blend of runway-ready Milanese style, advanced technology, and class-leading practical utility. 

Shell Pilipinas Wins Multiple Regional Awards for Innovation and Community Impact

Shell Companies in the Philippines representatives (from left) Ryl Joseph Misalucha, RE Workplace Services Lead PH; Archie Arceno, RE Manager Manila; and Ramel Bibal, Health Advisor Operational Excellence, during the 13th Annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards Banquet held in Macao, China.

Shell Pilipinas Corporation has earned multiple honors at the Asian Management Excellence Awards and the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, underscoring the company’s initiatives across key areas, including employee well-being, sustainability, digital transformation, stakeholder engagement, and business innovation.

SM Brings Bayanihan to Schools

SM Supermalls joins Brigada Eskwela 2026 to help create cleaner, safer, and more welcoming learning spaces

Through SM Cares, SM Supermalls supported the Department of Education’s Brigada Eskwela 2026 as part of its continuing commitment to youth empowerment, nation-building, and community service. In time for the start of classes, participating SM teams from its most-loved malls nationwide worked hand in hand with partner schools to help create learning environments that are cleaner, safer, and more inspiring for students and teachers.

Over 21,000 Filipinos Access Job Hiring and Upskilling Opportunities Through SM Supermalls and DOLE's Nationwide Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs

SM in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) hosted the Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs throughout SM’s nationwide network of most-loved malls.

SM Supermalls in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) strengthened their long-standing partnership to once again transform malls into venues of opportunity, hope, and new beginnings through the nationwide Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs mounted across 20 SM malls nationwide, bringing together over 800 employers and over 21,000 job seekers, with more than 1,900 hired on the spot—highlighting the continued impact of accessible, community-based employment initiatives that help Filipinos move forward.

The Filipino Beauty Conversation Is Quietly Changing

Having trained and mentored aesthetic practitioners across Southeast Asia and Europe, Dr. James Co, Architect of Aesthetic Confidence and founder of Cosma Aesthetics and Lifestyle Institute (Cosma Institute), believes aesthetic medicine should help people look, feel, and live at their best.

For years, beauty online followed a familiar formula. Sharper jawlines. Sculpted cheeks. Glass skin. Faces designed to look flawless on camera and social media feeds, often at the expense of individuality.

As beauty trends accelerated online, cosmetic enhancements also became more amplified. Procedures once considered subtle slowly became more dramatic, while heavily curated images began shaping how many people viewed beauty, confidence, and self-image.

Having trained and mentored aesthetic practitioners across Southeast Asia and Europe, esthetic physician, trainer, master practitioner, and educator Dr. James Co has observed a growing shift toward personalized, natural-looking aesthetic outcomes. He believes Filipinos are beginning to embrace the same change.

SM and DOLE Bring Freedom Through Opportunities this Philippine Independence Day

Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs happening at SM Malls nationwide

Successful hired-on-the-spot (HOTS) applicants proudly pose after securing jobs during the Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fair last year.

As the nation celebrates the 128th Philippine Independence Day, SM Supermalls and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) continue their long-standing partnership to bring meaningful employment opportunities closer to Filipinos.

Successful Job Fair at SM Dasmariñas Builds Momentum for Nationwide 'Araw ng Kalayaan' Event

SM Supermalls and its valued partners successfully mounted the SM Group Job Fair at SM City Dasmariñas last May 27, bringing together aspiring applicants, employers, and career opportunities under one accessible venue.

Thousands of jobseekers gather at SM City Dasmariñas during the SM Retail Job Fair, opening doors to new careers and brighter opportunities for Filipinos. 

The one-day hiring event drew strong participation from jobseekers across Cavite and nearby areas, connecting applicants to career openings from some of the country’s most recognized retail and service brands. Participating employers included Ace Hardware, Watsons, SM Store, SM Supermarket, SM Appliance Center, Sports Central, Toy Kingdom, Savemore, Alfamart, Goldilocks, National University, and many more under the SM Group.

New Ways to Move, Dress, and Get Started in the Metro at SM Supermalls

Real talk: some days you’re always on the go. Other days, you’re just showing up a little better than yesterday.

Either way, it all adds up to your self-love era. Not just about working out, but moving and being how you want, picking up new habits, and finding pieces that fit just YOU everyday. Just around the Metro, SM Supermalls continues to evolve with new finds and experiences that make it easier to get into that rhythm.

Government Service Express Expands to SM Center San Pedro

SM Supermalls and its government partners reaffirm their commitment to accessible, people-centered services with the opening of the Government Service Express at SM Center San Pedro. Leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony are (from left) Pag-IBIG Area Head Sally Banal; Regional Investigation and Detective Management Division (CALABARZON) Chief P/Col. Gerald S. Dee; SSS South Luzon Division 1 Vice President Engr. Edwin Igharas; SM Supermalls SAVP Division Head John Jason Terrenal; San Pedro City Mayor Art Joseph Mercado; San Pedro City Vice Mayor Nina Almoro; Laguna Police Provincial Office Provincial Director P/Col. Sando J. DC Tafalia; SM Supermalls AVP South 3 Aurea Angelica Toreja; and San Pedro City Police Station Officer-in-Charge PLT/Col. Reynaldo N. Vitto.

SM Supermalls and PMAP to expand job and upskilling opportunities nationwide

SM Supermalls and PMAP formally strengthened their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at bringing more accessible career fairs and workforce development initiatives closer to communities across the country.

SM Supermalls and the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) formally strengthened their commitment to empowering Filipino job seekers through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) held at the SM Supermalls Headquarters in Pasay City. This partnership reflects SM’s steadfast support for PMAP’s HumanITy mission—a vision that emphasizes a human-led, digitally enabled, and future-ready Philippines.

SM for MSMEs Brings Opportunities Closer Nationwide this May

This May, SM Supermalls, through its SM for MSMEs program, continues to empower entrepreneurs and communities by rolling out a series of high-impact initiatives across the country—creating spaces where local businesses grow, jobseekers find opportunities, and communities thrive.

From local bazaars to job and business programs and regional trade showcases, SM reinforces its role as a nationwide platform for inclusive growth, enabling community opportunities  by connecting MSMEs to markets, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities.

GAC AION UT: “Man Maximum, Machine Minimum”

In the rapidly evolving landscape of new energy vehicles, technology can sometimes feel distant and impersonal. Some car manufacturers increasingly rely on artificial intelligence to dictate styling, resulting in vehicles that prioritize precision and efficiency, but occasionally lose a sense of warmth and human connection.

Engineered with the core philosophy of “Man Maximum, Machine Minimum,” the GAC AION UT is designed to give people more space, comfort, and freedom to fully enjoy everyday life, while minimizing the mechanical footprint through intelligent packaging and space-efficient design. The result is revolutionary “big car energy” that maximizes the cabin experience without increasing the vehicle’s overall size.

ARMSCOR’s 26th TACS Expo to offer the best in defense products, outdoor gear & survival equipment

ARMSCOR Global Defense Inc., the country’s leading manufacturer of firearms, ammunition and defense products is pulling out all the stops to bring the best defense products, outdoor gear, safety gadgets, survival and safety technology, plus many more at the 26th Tactical Survival and Arms Expo/TACS Expo (Defense, Security and Survival Show for Sustainable Living) slated on June 18-21 at the SM Megatrade Hall in Mandaluyong City. 

Over 50 exhibitors will be taking part in this highly anticipated event that will also feature free seminars by notable resource persons on a variety of topics that include tips on safety when traveling to unfamiliar places; dealing with simple medical emergencies; maintaining mental composure during crisis situations; understanding panic and similar behavior during emergencies; and the responsibilities of a firearm owner.

Schneider Electric Supports Ayala Land's Digitalization Journey with Resource Advisor

Schneider Electric, a global technology leader, has partnered with Ayala Land, Inc., one of Southeast Asia’s leading sustainable real estate developers, to strengthen its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting capabilities using Schneider Electric’s Resource Advisor, an energy and sustainability intelligence platform that will support Ayala Land’s efforts to strengthen ESG data management, enhance reporting readiness, and build a scalable foundation for sustainability decision-making.

Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna expands global education opportunities through collaboration with Arizona State University®

Global education across significant programs and courses is reachable and made possible in the CALABARZON (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon) region through the expanded collaboration between Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (Mapúa MCL) and Arizona State University (ASU).

Mapúa Education Group, of which Mapúa MCL is a part of, is the first and only education group in the Philippines to have a system-wide collaboration with a top-ranked global university like ASU — ranked number one (1) in the U.S. for innovation, and first in the U.S. and top 10 worldwide for global impact in research, outreach, and stewardship.Mapúa MCL, founded in 2006, is renowned for being one of the best board exam-performing educational institutions in CALABARZON. It is the first ISO 21001:2018 - EOMS Certified School in the region and continues to earn international recognition: ranking 1501+ in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 and achieving high ranks in a total of ten (10) categories for the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, ranking 224th in the Global Top 500 Innovative Universities. The institution was also given three (3) Stars by the QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) Rating System in 2024, with five stars in Employability, Online Learning, and Social Impact. 

Bossjob Reinforces AI-Driven Recruitment Efficiency with AI Agents in the Philippines

As the demand for work efficiency grows, AI agents are changing the way people work. As new AI technologies are being developed and improved, platforms such as OpenClaw and Claude have gained increased popularity in recent years for going beyond answering questions and turning into assistants capable of handling more involved tasks.

In line with these changes, some industry players see these innovations as positive and useful tools to improve day-to-day work. Bossjob, a leading recruitment platform in the Philippines, is among those adopting this approach. The platform is embracing these modern technologies by integrating recruitment-dedicated AI assistants in its services to help both employers and job seekers streamline the recruitment and job matching experience. This allows employers to process hundreds of applications more efficiently and enables job seekers to access opportunities that better align with their skills, experience, and career goals.