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SM Group now generates the largest capacity of clean energy among property developers in the Philippines  (Center in Green) SM Supermalls President Steven Tan is flanked by (immediate left in black) Atty. Sharon Garin, Secretary of the Department of Energy; Jaqueline Caancan, Assistant Secretary for Environment and Concurrent EMB Director, and (right in grey) Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte. SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) has recently achieved its highest peak of solar power generated as it switched on the latest of the group's solar photovoltaic (PV) installations at SM North EDSA. A total of 59 SM Prime properties now have rooftop solar power systems that collectively generate 100 MW of clean energy—the largest capacity generated by a property developer in the Philippines. By hitting its peak solar power capacity target for 2025 before wrapping up the year, SM showcases its unrelenting commitment to innovation and efficiency in rolling out its clean energy efforts.  Depar...

  How OEd Students Balance Holiday Festivities With Flexible Online Classes There’s something quietly magical about the Christmas season. The lights feel warmer, time slows just enough for reflection, and conversations linger a little longer. Amid wish lists and family reunions, many Filipinos are choosing a different kind of present this year—one that doesn’t come wrapped, but lasts far beyond the holidays. For students of Online Education (OEd) , Christmas is no longer about choosing between celebration and self-improvement. It’s about making room for both.   A Meaningful Gift in a Season of Giving Online courses through OEd have become an increasingly thoughtful choice this season—whether as a gift to oneself or encouragement from family members who believe in long-term growth. OEd offers a wide range of fully online programs, from senior high and undergraduate degrees to postgraduate studies and short courses, all designed to fit seamlessly into real life. During...

Sining Filipina 2026 Opens Call for Entries as It Marks Its Third Year   Sining Filipina, the country’s pioneering nationwide all-women art competition, has officially opened submissions for its 2026 edition, entering its third year of championing Filipino creativity and elevating women’s voices in the visual arts.    With the theme “Babae Para sa Bayan: Women Leading Change from Home to Nation,” the competition invites Filipina artists to submit original works until January 25, 2026. This year’s program continues its mission to spotlight the unique talent, perspectives, and artistic narratives of women across the Philippines.  (L-R) Airspeed Chairperson Rosemarie Rafael, Zonta Club of Makati and Environs past president, art collector, and advocate Maritess M. Pineda, BDO First Vice President and Head of Sustainability Office Marla Alvarez, and SM Aura Assistant Vice President for Marketing Marga Mendoza-Catalan.   Entry forms and full competition guidelines are...

The SM Holiday Job Fair + Skills e-Hub officially opens at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall with national and local leaders in attendance. PASAY CITY, Philippines — Hundreds of Filipinos explored new career opportunities today as the SM Holiday Job Fair + Skills e-Hub opened at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, in partnership with the Office of the President, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), and SM Supermalls. Held in celebration of DOLE’s 92nd Founding Anniversary, the event underscored the growing strength of public–private collaboration in expanding employment access and equipping Filipinos with essential digital and AI skills. SM Supermalls President Steven Tan welcomes partners, employers, and job seekers, emphasizing SM’s commitment to opening opportunities nationwide. A Nationwide Push for Opportunity Since November 2023, SM, DOLE, and PESO have mounted more than 370 jo...

Celebrating the institution that shaped generations of Filipino learners—from a small classroom in 1980 to a global education network. AMB. AMABLE R. AGUILUZ - CHAIRMAN AND FOUNDER OF AMA EDUCATION SYSTEMS FATHER OF IT EDUCATION IN THE PHILIPPINES   Every great story begins with a dreamer. Sometimes it’s a young person searching for a chance at a better life. Sometimes it’s a parent hoping their child grows up with opportunities they never had. And sometimes, it’s one founder—standing in a small, rented room—with a vision big enough to pull the future a little closer. DR. AMABLE C. AGUILUZ IX - VICE CHAIRMAN, AMAES FOUNDER, AMA UNIVERSITY ONLINE EDUCATION (OED) This is the story of AMA . But more than that, it is the story of every student who ever walked through its halls believing, “Kaya ko pala.” Where the Dream Started (1978–1980) In 1978, computers were mysterious machines—expensive, rare, and almost intimidating. Yet AMA dared to bring them to the Philippin...