Less Walking, More Convenience: My SM Is Changing the EDSA Commute

SM Supermalls’ twin initiatives make the everyday journey more accessible

SM malls are evolving to support access to key transportation points. (In photo: The SM Megamall EDSA Busway Concourse and Pedestrian Bridge enhances pedestrian circulation and seamless access within one of Metro Manila’s busiest commercial and transport hubs.) 

For millions of Filipinos navigating EDSA, the daily commute could soon become safe, more seamless, and more convenient. As SM continues its transformation journey beyond its retail and shared spaces, its malls are also evolving to make getting to and from key transport hubs easier for commuters. 

Lazada 9.9 Mega Brands Sale Kicks Off the Holiday Shopping Season with Smarter Ways to Save

Filipinos can get ahead of their holiday shopping with up to 90% off LazFlash Deals, 100% FREE Shipping, and vouchers worth up to ₱3,000

The Ber months are here, and for many Filipinos, that means holiday mode is officially starting. From planning gifts to prepping for celebrations, the holiday shopping list is already taking shape, and Lazada Philippines is making it easier to get a head start with its 9.9 Mega Brands Sale, happening from September 8 at 8 PM to September 11.

Acer Day 2026 concert features a star-studded lineup of OPM artists at the Araneta Coliseum

Acer marked a defining year in 2026 with the 10th anniversary of Acer Day. The milestone also coincided with Acer's 50th year as a technology company. In the Philippines, the celebration came to life with a concert at the Araneta Coliseum featuring some of the country's most exciting artists.

Over 8,500 Acer fans filled the Araneta Coliseum on a Sunday night to witness the musical extravaganza headlined by Acer ambassadors SB19. Other featured artists were 6cyclemind, Hey June!, El Manu, Jessy Kang, Dionela, Fitterkarma, and Earl Agustin. There were surprise performances by Janine Berdin and Jose Mari Chan, who sang his holiday anthem, “Christmas in Our Hearts.” Host Luis Manzano kept the energy strong throughout the evening.

HONOR Magic V6 Named EISA Foldable Smartphone 2026-2027 as HONOR Ranks Among Global Top 4

The latest flagship earns prestigious industry recognition, further cementing HONOR’s leadership in foldable innovation.

The HONOR Magic V6, named EISA Foldable Smartphone 2026-2027 by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association. 

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines celebrates a new milestone as the HONOR Magic V6 has been named EISA Foldable Smartphone 2026-2027 by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), recognizing the device for its impressive combination of performance, endurance, and durability.

Upgrade Your Laundry Routine: TCL Launches Smart Washer-Dryers for Expert Care and Everyday Ease

Laundry remains a regular part of Filipino household life, and during the rainy season, keeping clothes clean and dry can sometimes require a little more planning. Yet beyond the weather, today’s busy households are increasingly looking for home appliances that can make everyday chores more convenient, efficient, and easier to manage. Responding to these evolving needs, TCL continues to elevate its laundry solutions with smarter, more intuitive technology. 

TCL—the No. 1 panel TV brand in the Philippines and a global leader in consumer electronics is redefining home care with next-generation washing machines that make fabric maintenance seamless, intuitive, and stress-free. Engineered for maximum convenience, TCL’s latest washer-dryer lineup transforms daily laundry into an effortless, one-touch experience, delivering a smart, healthy home solution for Filipino families as TCL expands its innovation footprint beyond TVs.

PETA x Move to Change Foundation, Inc. bring audiences into a world where they call the shots in “Gen G: GG na ’to!”

Because change does not begin only when young people become leaders, it begins when they recognize that their choices already matter.

What’s next for PETA? Aligned with its continued commitment to advocacy and educational theater, the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) presents “Gen G: GG na ’to!”—a new interactive play about choice, survival, and community.

Created in partnership with Move to Change Foundation, Inc. (M2C)—a social purpose organization creating opportunities for young people to lead positive change—the production is part of Project GG: Game Changers for Good Governance, a youth-centered campaign that transforms civic education into lived experiences where young people learn that every voice matters and every act of participation helps shape more accountable communities and stronger democratic systems.

Activating An Economy: Philippines Unveils Bold New Health Tourism Corridors At Official Asean Side Event Preview

Moving to position the Philippines at the absolute vanguard of the Southeast Asian health economy, government officials and corporate pioneers officially converged at the VS Hotel & Convention Center for the high-density trade preview of the upcoming Health & Wellness Confex (HWONFEX) co-located with HilomX 2026 happening on September 4 and 5, 2026 at SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. Explicitly designated as an official ASEAN side event, the comprehensive assembly blueprinted a unified national strategy to capture a dominant share of the $6.8 trillion global preventive health, medical travel, and retirement infrastructure markets under the banner theme, “Go Explore, Grow Communities, Glow Together.”

The pre-expo assembly held recently, commenced with a macro-economic audio-visual presentation charting "The Rise of the ASEAN Wellness Economy." Opening welcome remarks were delivered by Jeoffrey Solas (Group Marketing & PR/Media Lead, VS Hotel Group) followed by a framing address by Wanda Tulfo-Teo (Former DOT Secretary & Wellness Tourism Advocate), setting an elite institutional tone for the regional delegation.

K-Pop Legends Bigbang To Perform At Smdc Festival Grounds In Manila On Upcoming World Tour In Celebration Of 20th Anniversary

Bigbang 2026-2027 World Tour < Xx : Cosmos > 

G-Dragon, Taeyang And Daesung To Return To Manila;

Tickets Go On Sale From 17 September 2027 Onwards.

BIGBANG is back! Legendary K-POP icons BIGBANG are finally making their epic return to the world stage for the BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR < XX : COSMOS >. It has been 9 years since their last tour as a group and this time, G-DRAGON, TAEYANG, and DAESUNG, will be performing a total of 33 shows, in world-class stadiums across the globe.

2026 marks the band’s 20th anniversary, a monumental milestone and cultural moment for BIGBANG and their fans – the V.I.P. Over the years, BIGBANG has revolutionized the music industry and set the global groundwork for the current K-POP phenomenon. V.I.P worldwide can look forward to the band’s signature stage presence, energetic choreography and sing-along moments to fan-favourite tracks.

Prime Video Brings NBA Legends and Filipino Stars Together for NBA House Celebrity Showcase

Jason Kidd and Tony Parker headline the inaugural 5-on-5 exhibition game at NBA House Philippines, presented by Prime Video

Prime Video joined NBA House Philippines as one of the official Media Partners, supporting the two-day immersive basketball and fan experience held at SPACE at One Ayala in Makati City on August 29 and 30.

As part of its partnership, Prime Video presented the inaugural NBA House Celebrity Showcase on August 29, a special 5-on-5 exhibition game headlined by NBA Champions and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famers Jason Kidd and Tony Parker. The showcase brought together the NBA legends with Filipino celebrities and personalities, including SB19, Khalil Ramos, Margaux Nonato, RK Bagatsing, Ralph de Leon, Trina Guytingco, for a matchup that blended basketball, entertainment, and fan engagement.

IAM Worldwide Celebrates 9th Anniversary With Star-Studded “9RACE” Music Festival

IAM Worldwide celebrates its 9th Anniversary in a big way with "9RACE" (GRACE), an anniversary celebration and music festival - featuring Secondhand Serenade, Apl de Ap, IYAZ, KZ Tandingan, TJ Monterde, and Dionela on October 4, 2026 at the Araneta Coliseum. Organized by Wilbros Live.

Leading the international line-up is Secondhand Serenade, the acclaimed emo-pop project of singer-songwriter John Vesely, best known for the multi-platinum anthem “Fall For You,” along with fan favorites “Your Call,” “Vulnerable,” and “A Twist in My Story.”

Filipino-American superstar Apl de Ap, co-founder and member of the Grammy Award-winning Black Eyed Peas, brings the party with global anthems including “I Gotta Feeling,” “Boom Boom Pow,” “Where Is The Love?” and Filipino favorites “Bebot” and “The APL Song.” Also joining the celebration is international R&B and pop hitmaker IYAZ, whose worldwide smash “Replay” became one of the defining pop hits of its era, alongside favorites “Solo” and “Pretty Girls.”