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  Mall operator sustains portfolio transformation reinforced with customer-obsessed strategy following strong H1 business performance   MANILA , Philippines, September 1, 2026 — SM Supermalls delivered record revenues in the first half the year, expanding 8% to P41.8 billion from P38.6 billion. Its exceptional performance was driven by higher leasable space and tenant sign-ups, along with steady foot traffic.  Total gross leasable area grew 3 percent to 5.1 million square meters from 5.0 million square meters, while the number of tenants rose 4 percent to 23,174 from 22,192. Average daily foot traffic was steady at 3.7 million.   “Our growth reflects the enduring trust of our tenants and shoppers. Despite macroeconomic headwinds, they continue to find value in the variety of our offerings and the strong sense of community in our malls,” said SM Supermalls President Steven Tan. “This gives us confidence to keep investing in spaces and experiences that respon...

Filipino moviegoers can experience DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island in bigger and more immersive ways as SM Cinema brings the highly anticipated animated adventure to its cinemas nationwide beginning September 23, 2026. Rooted in Filipino mythology and culture, Forgotten Island offers a fitting showcase of what audiences can experience at SM Cinema, where every movie trip can be a maxed out experience. With cinemas at your most loved malls and a range of viewing formats, SM Cinema gives moviegoers more ways to enjoy the films they love, from sharing the latest releases with family and friends to choosing a more premium and immersive way to watch. Forgotten Island follows lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, whose final night together takes an unexpected turn when they are transported to Nakali, a mystical island filled with creatures inspired by the Filipino folklore they grew up hearing from their families. Their journey home forces them to confront a difficult choice that coul...

  A new generation of travelers is changing the way people experience the Philippines. They are looking beyond simply where to stay and considering how easily they can travel, how welcome they feel, what experiences they can discover, and how their choices affect the places they visit. At Philippine Travel Mart 2026, Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts (MGHR) is putting greater focus on these emerging travelers by making Philippine destinations more accessible, inclusive, connected, and meaningful to experience. Happening from September 4 to 6, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, this year’s Philippine Travel Mart carries the theme “Nurturing Nextgen Tourism: Discover the Philippines.” The event encourages Filipinos to explore more of the country while responding to the changing expectations of the next generation. “Philippine Travel Mart gives us an opportunity to bring our destinations and offers closer to Filipino travelers, particularly the next generation who a...

  7-Eleven’s Crunch Time is every Filipino’s go-to for the fried comfort that they love. It offers flavorful meals and tasty snacks perfect for powering up one’s day. Available in 2000 stores nationwide, this beloved concept store only keeps getting bigger and better as it now brings its boost of crunchy goodness to even more branches in Negros Oriental. 7-Eleven representatives and the franchise owner welcome customers during the launch of Crunch Time at the 7-Eleven store Claytown, Daro store. To celebrate the fry-tastic news, a grand opening was held at 7-Eleven Claytown, Daro, Dumaguete. The event started with a motorcade around the area before kicking off the rest of the festivities at the 7-Eleven branch. In attendance were Kitchen Operations Section Manager Gianne Aranton, along with VRBBU Regional Operations Manager Andrew Bravo and Franchise Owner Perry Loo, who each welcomed guests during the opening remarks.  7-Eleven’s Crunch Time offerings are showcased in Dumague...

As Philippine senior high school education enters a new phase, Online Education (OEd) is positioning flexible online learning alongside a curriculum increasingly focused on practical skills, career pathways and preparation for college and employment. The way Filipino students prepare for college and the workplace is changing—and OEd is moving its Senior High School program with it. Beginning School Year 2026–2027, OEd is offering the newly aligned Strengthened Senior High School (SSHS) Curriculum, reflecting the framework under DepEd Order No. 17, s. 2026 and the new Three-Term School Calendar under DepEd Order No. 009, s. 2026. For OEd, the shift represents more than a curriculum update. It provides an opportunity to combine a more streamlined and career-oriented Senior High School program with the flexibility of online education—giving students another way to prepare for an increasingly skills-driven economy. A New SHS for a Changing Future One of the most visible changes is the move...

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.  In the coming months, mallgoers can look forward to improved connections through the SM Megamall EDSA Busway Concourse and Pedestrian Bridge and SM North EDSA MRT-7 link. The projects aim to shorten long walks to transportation hubs while giving commuters familiar, well-lit, and ventilated access and departure points. The completion of the SM Megamall EDSA Busway link, which connects SM Megamall to the Ortigas station of...

  Discover fun and adventure at Cebu Fun Park, one of the featured attractions within the SM Seaside Complex that brings recreation and leisure together in one destination.  CEBU , Philippines, 12th August 2026 - Cebu continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the country's most dynamic travel destinations, offering visitors a diverse mix of attractions, experiences, and activities that go beyond its renowned beaches and heritage sites. As part of its SM for Cebu commitment, the most-loved SM malls in Cebu continue to bring together shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation, and leisure experiences, giving both locals and visitors a maxed-out experience and more ways to discover, dine, play, and make the most of their time in the province. At SM City Cebu, visitors can experience a vibrant urban destination where shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation come together in one convenient location. From leading fashion and lifestyle brands to the latest in technolog...