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SM City Valenzuela is preparing for the biggest shopping extravaganza of the year, so start crankeding your engines! Get ready for three days full of incredible bargains and staggering savings of up to 70% off! Happening on May 17,18, and 19, get ready to dive into a treasure trove of deals, from must-have home accessories to the latest gadgets and everything in between. Whether you're upgrading your living space, pampering yourself with beauty essentials, or adding some flair to your lifestyle, SM City Valenzuela has got you covered with exclusive markdowns and irresistible promos from top brands like The SM Store, SM Hypermarket, Ace Hardware, Miniso, Watsons, and SM Appliance Center, plus over 100 other stores! But there's still more! Get ready for your opportunity to win large with our raffle promotion for the 3-Day Sale. Customers can enter to win a brand-new Suzuki Dzire GL MT by just producing a minimum purchase receipt of P1,000.00. Additionally, buyers can boost their ...

The iconic dish, absent from menus since 2014, is finally making a delicious return! Remembered for being a satisfying and tasty everyday meal – simmered in a savory sauce and served on fluffy steamed rice – Braised Beef was a go-to favorite for many.  The anticipation over the reintroduction of Chowking's Braised Beef hasn't stopped on the internet. Everything began when content producer Eatsplorations posted a throwback to the meal on their account, which sparked a flurry of requests from internet users. Chowking then published the content and alluded to good things to come after observing the outpouring of love. A few days later, Chowking confirmed the comeback of the dish with more goodness bringing back nostalgia in every bite as shared by content creator, MarkyBap (@markybap). Made with the freshest and most tender beef, succulent carrots, and greens, all simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce, Chowking's Braised Beef is a mouthwatering dish perfect for any occasion. Bra...

  As Filipinos often exclaim, "Tag-init nanaman!" In the Philippines, the transition from the cool season to the hot, dry one signals the beginning of summer—a season eagerly awaited by many who flock to beaches, bask in the sun, and seek comfort in cool, icy desserts. For most Filipinos, summer isn't complete without Halo-Halo, the ultimate heat-beater. Kapag summer, hindi lang lamig ang hanap, kundi malamig na masarap! Today, Halo-Halo has become a staple dessert across the country, enjoyed by Filipinos at any time of the day, whether with loved ones or alone, as a treat, or as part of any celebration. Among Filipino favorites is Chowking’s Halo-Halo Supreme, offering a fully loaded assortment of Sangkap—from luscious leche flan to rich ube halaya, delightful red sago, pandan jelly, and the richest ube ice cream, alongside other delightful additions! To make the heat more bearable, Chowking presents its Halo-Halo Supreme in a new Salo-Salo Size, a generous serving mean...

Jayson and Juanito proudly showcase a selection of produce at the SM City Clark’s Weekend Market. While modern agricultural techniques boost yields for some, there remains a number of Filipino farmers who struggle to keep pace. With inefficent methods passed down by generations of farmers, makes a higher percentage of failure in making a higher demand of  market supply and demand productions. One farmer from Pampanga, Jayson Garcia, sought to disrupt this prevailing narrative in his family. He knew that he had to chart a new course forward for his farm and innovate to remain competitive within the rapidly evolving landscape of modern agriculture. “Noon, mahirap ang magtanim,” he recalled their life before joining SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan. “Para bang tsambahan, basta pag itinanim mo ‘yan, hintayin mo na lang mamunga. Mas mahirap pa lalo kapag nagkaroon ng kalamidad,” he added. SM Foundation’s training program focused on high-value crop cultivation was the breakthrough ...

For the modern urban dweller, 15 minutes is a lot of time. For within  15 minutes, A lot of productive things can be done – a high-intensity, interval training (HITT) workout or run a 1.5-kilometer route, clearing your emails, meditating, catching up on the news, or preparing a quick smoothie. But for the Metro Manila commuter, 15 minutes is barely enough to get from point A to point B. During rush hour, it is most likely that within this time, you still haven’t moved an inch. Ever heard of the 15-minute city? It’s a modern urban planning concept that puts people and the planet first. The term was coined by Paris-based urbanist and Sorbonne University professor Carlos Moreno wherein he said that the ideal neighborhood or city is built in such a way where work, food, housing, education and cultural activities can be easily accessed within 15 minutes, whether by foot or by using a bike. An artist’s render of a 15-minute city, where work, food, housing, education and cultural activiti...

Countries with better, bigger, and more competitive concert venues have reaped economic benefits, especially with the massive and significant influence of popular international acts like pop superstar Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Coldplay’s World Tour in consumer behavior and spending. Driving tens of thousands of ‘Swifties’ and concert enthusiasts, the success of these concerts was an economic stimulus for countries worldwide, including Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore and Japan. Filipino fans alike had to spend big and travel miles to watch the exclusive performance of superstar Swift in Singapore’s National Stadium while others went to Japan’s Tokyo Dome and Sydney’s Accor Stadium in Australia. The massive concert gigs boosted the respective country’s economies, benefitting entertainment, hospitality, retail, and transport industries significantly. While Singapore’s strategy for a Southeast Asia exclusive Swift performance piqued interest and likewise piqued its neighbor...

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, is embarking on a unified waste management and segregation campaign in response to the growing global crises on waste. It aims to bring all its property groups and stakeholders toward an #SMWasteFreeFuture. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), humanity generates more than 2 billion tons of municipal solid waste annually, of which 45 percent is mismanaged. Without urgent action, municipal solid waste will double to almost 4 billion tons each year by 2050. On December 14, 2022, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed March 30 as the International Day of Zero Waste. The following year, UNEP inaugurated the First International Day of Zero Waste, to bolster actions to address the global pollution crisis. It aims to encourage global action and bring the world’s attention to zero waste. Strong foundations SM Prime’s founding leader, Henry Sy, believed that “...

Photo credit to Anamul Rezwan. Construction jobs are generated from new urban developments. Cities worldwide, while diverse in demographics and culture, share a common pursuit of progress through new urban developments. These projects not only enhance convenience amid urban congestion but also stimulate local economies and communities through various socio-economic activities like job creation. Whether in the form of public transportation, cutting-edge business districts, or towering residential communities, a single new development requires a whole host of jobs from pre-construction, to construction, and completion. These range from real estate developers and planners to construction workers and suppliers – all requiring extensive collaboration for successful project development. Hudson Yards: Direct and indirect employment opportunities Photo credit to Following NYC. Featuring ‘Vessel’, a honeycomb-like structure and visitor attraction in the Hudson Yards Development in Manhattan, Ne...

A dedicated teacher from PSD provides a hands-on lecture inside their newly rehabilitated school building. Being hearing-impaired is a challenge in itself, navigating a world where communication relies heavily on spoken words. In the Philippines, this challenge further creates a gap, as opportunities for the deaf are limited, particularly in education and employment. The struggle is intensified as only a few secondary learning institutions are catering to their unique needs, with affordability and facility conditions further hindering their pursuit of skills and knowledge. A personal advocacy Shery Funcion, the Principal of the Philippine School for the Deaf (PSD) in Pasay City, is no stranger to these challenges. Her dedication to the cause began with her college thesis, focusing on job opportunities for deaf learners. Since then, she has immersed herself in various organizations and volunteer activities, gaining firsthand insights into the limited opportunities available to deaf lear...

Future sustainability leaders. Strengthening its commitment to both educational access and sustainability stewardship, SM Prime welcomes ten scholars from UPLB, who are taking up degrees in either Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology or Bachelor of Science in Forestry. Led by their dedication to sustainability and inspired by the late Henry Sy Sr.'s faith in the value of education, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), a prominent integrated real estate developer, has teamed up with the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) to offer scholarships.  Aptly called the "SM Sustainability Scholarship," the initiative reflects SM Prime's commitment to both educational access and sustainability stewardship. The program will fully support ten deserving students through their undergraduate studies at UPLB, providing them with the opportunity to pursue degrees in either Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology or Bachelor of Science in Forestry. These fields align with SM Pri...

After working together to revitalize the 12-room laboratory facility housing Senior High School students, the Department of Education, the Pasay Local Government, and the Philippine School for the Deaf (PSD) hand-signed a note of gratitude. The Philippines’ Magna Carta for Disabled Persons ensures the rehabilitation, self-development, and self-reliance of persons with disabilities. The country provides educational assistance to people with disabilities from primary to tertiary education, including vocational or technical training. One such school is the Philippine School for the Deaf (PSD) in Pasay City. For over a century, the school had demonstrated the transformative power of education in empowering and unlocking the capabilities of those with diverse disabilities to live fulfilling lives. Though standing as a testament to the Philippines' long-standing commitment to differently-abled education, the school, one of Southeast Asia's oldest institutions for the deaf, suffers f...

While some instances pass away with time, others create an enduring impression that shapes not just our paths but also our identities. Regarding Attorney. The SM scholarship application, for Amanda Hora and Marmie Deniega, wasn't merely a means of gaining access to higher education; it was also the turning point in their lives. The first to obtain a degree in the family A family legacy, SM scholar Amanda Hora becomes the first in her family to earn a degree. Amanda’s unforgettable story as an SM scholar began when she stumbled upon a Facebook post about the SM scholarship application. “It has always been my dream to pursue a quality education without the burden of tuition expenses. I enrolled in a university in Senior High School because of a scholarship, and I know that the only way to continue my college years at the same university is to obtain another full scholarship. That is why I never hesitated to apply for the SM scholarship, hoping to be accepted,” she said. In the quiet ...

Recognizing Filipinos' shared aspiration for meaningful employment, SM Supermalls takes a crucial role in connecting Filipino talent with job opportunities by hosting the biggest mall-based job fair and offering the chance to be Hired-on-the-Spot (HOTS). In partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Public Employment Service Offices (PESO), Local Government Units (LGUs), the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) Jobs Committee, various industry associations, and SM Retail; SM Supermalls – a proud partner of DOLE since 2008 – will host a series of job fairs scheduled on the following dates: ● April 26: SM City Rosales ● April 30: SM City Taytay May 1: ● SM City North Edsa ● SM Mall of Asia ● SM City Grand Central ● SM City Valenzuela ● SM City Fairview ● SM City Novaliches ● SM City San Jose Del Monte ● SM Southmall ● SM City Sta. Mesa ● SM City Baguio ● SM City Tuguegarao ● SM ...