At the official opening Of Art and Wine: Return & Remember: Places & Home exhibit, from left:            Maribel Calma (Guest of Honor), Rupert Hallam (Conrad Manila’s General Manager), Elizabeth Sy                                 (President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation),  J.A. Tan (featured artist),                                   Peggy Angeles (Executive Vice President, SMHCC), and Mona Magno-Veluz                                          (National Spokesperson of the Autism Society Philippines) The premier hotel by the bay ’s   “Of Art and Wine” Series   introduces a ...

  The PHA STC officers 2025-2027. Below, the members numbering 249 all.  The PHA STC will  partner with influencers and organizations to combat misinformation on cardiovascular health; and constantly promote the PHA healthy lifestyle mantra: the PHA PUSO MUNA (Pagkain na masustansya; Huwag manigarilyo; Aktibong pamumuhay; Presyon ay kontrolin; Uminom ng maintenance; Sugar ay kontrolin; Obesity ay iwasan; Matulog nang kumpleto; Umiwas sa stress; No to alcohol; Ayawan ang cholesterol) . The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) Southern Tagalog Chapter (STC) formally inducted its new set of officers 2025-2027 and new members in a ceremonial event that underscored the chapter’s renewed commitment to advancing cardiovascular health  training and care, cardiac emergency preparedness, and  awareness among the public across the region.   The ceremony highlighted the STC’s priority projects in the next two years , led by the region-wide free Cardiopulmonary Resuscitat...

  The cast of Alice in Wonderland, from left: Gia Gequinto, Carlo Padoga, Peter San Juan, Ma. Regina Magbitang, Eduardson Evangelio, Jemima Reyes-Ocampo, Krystn Janicek, Alexis Piel, Emmerson Evangelio Alice in Wonderland  runs for only five performances from December 5 to 7, 2025 at the Theatre at Solaire:   December 5 (Gala Performance)   – 8:00 PM , December 6   – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM , and December 7   – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM . Se cure your tickets now  at   TicketWorld  and be part of this unforgettable holiday journey through Wonderland. Ballet Philippines unwraps the magic of the season with a visually spectacular and emotionally captivating new full-length production that blends technical rigor and comedic pantomime in a reimagined Alice in Wonderland . Choreographed by Artistic Director Mikhail Martynyuk, this completely original adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved story blends breathtaking choreography with playful theatricality,...

  on SHX team at GT (grand tournament) with Commish from PBBL the group which inspired beyblade in country. The roar of spinning tops and the collective gasp of spectators confirm that competitive Beyblade is not merely a nostalgic pastime in the Philippines. From the crude Filipino toy called Trumpo to the modern Beyblade Burst series, beyblading has attracted sporting communities spanning casual Blader meetups in local neighborhoods to sanctioned, high-stakes tournaments. This growth is marked by a deep commitment to the sport’s rules and mechanics, drawing enthusiasts from diverse geographic communities, including dedicated factions in provinces outside of Metro Manila. Dash Chua (standing 3rd from right) and his SHX team which won Top 2 overall  Former child actress, Star Villareal, with her husband Dash Chua have joined this community through the SHX team sharing the joy with other players over this childhood game. The team joined other beyblade communities for a cause ...

China Blue by Jereme Leung, Michelin Guide Philippines ‘Selected’  , Private Dining Room 1 (above) gives diners a view of the Manila Bay  SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation (SMHCC)-owned luxury hotel property, Conrad Manila is proud to announce that its signature restaurant, China Blue by Jereme Leung has been included in the first-ever MICHELIN Guide Philippines, cementing its position as one of the nation’s most outstanding dining experiences.  This prestigious accolade from MICHELIN, considered the global benchmark in culinary excellence, marks a defining moment not only for the restaurant, but also for the Philippines’ growing stature on the world’s gastronomic map. Curated by renowned celebrity Master Chef Jereme Leung and helmed by a team of talented local chefs, China Blue blends contemporary flair with centuries-old Chinese culinary traditions, resulting in an experience that is both refined and soulfully expressive.   “Earning an elusive spot in th...

  The UN@80 Legacy Peace Center conferred Taal Vista Hotel as a Community Peace Center and Global Citizens Hub,a beacon of sustainable tourism, cultural identity, and peace-building for generations SM Hotels’ Iconic Property in Tagaytay now serves as a hub for meaningful dialogue, education, collaboration, and purposeful action   In a landmark celebration of the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations this year, Taal Vista Hotel—one of the Philippines’ most iconic heritage icons—was conferred as a UN Peace Center and Global Citizens Hub, solidifying its role as a beacon for culture, sustainability, and community-based peace initiatives. The conferment on October 21, led by the United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP), a civic partner of the UN, which was founded to promote peace, education, and diplomacy, and the United Network of Global Citizens (UNGC), in partnership with SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC), carries the theme “Building the Future Togethe...

CPR-, AED-, EMS-, 911-ReadyPH champions, and from left: PHA President Dr. Walid Amil, PCEM President Dr. Dave Dato; PHA Council on CPR Chair Dr. Don Robespierre Reyes; DOH-Health Emergency Management Bureau  Director Dr. Bernadett Velasco; DILG Director Francis Fajardo; PHA Director/Advocacy Chair Dr. Iris Garcia and PHA Vice President Dr. Aurora Gamponia “A CPR-Ready Philippines cannot be built alone. It takes a nation — every doctor, teacher, responder, and citizen — to keep the next heartbeat alive.” --PHA President Dr. Walid Amil   The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) spearheaded the call for the collective mission to build a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)-Ready and 911-Ready Philippines, marking World Restart a Heart Day through the Usapang Puso sa Puso (UPP) Media Conference held on November 4 in Quezon City. Gathering key agencies including the Department of Health (DOH), Emergency 911 National Office, Philippine College of Emergency Medicine (PCEM), and th...