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As the Commission on Elections intensifies preparations for the March 14, 2026 Antipolo City 2nd Congressional District Special Election, George Erwin Mojica Garcia reaffirmed the poll body’s commitment to efficiency, transparency, and strict enforcement of election laws. Swift and Careful Ballot Printing Garcia assured the public that the printing of ballots will proceed without delay. “Para sa printing ng mga balota para sa March 14 [Antipolo City 2nd Congressional District Special Election], kahit tomorrow puwede na nating simulan ’yan. At ’pag sinimulan ’yan bukas, kahit nga by Monday tapos lahat ng balotang gagamitin natin. And of course, ive-verify pa ’yan. Titingnan talaga ’yung mga balota kung maayos, malinis, may smudge, may guhit o dapat ba itong ulitin. Bibigyan natin ng isang buong linggo lang, limang araw lang, tapos na namin.” The chairman emphasized that beyond speed, quality control remains a top priority. Each ballot will undergo strict verification to ensure a...

In a comprehensive public statement, George Erwin Mojica Garcia , Chairman of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), highlighted the Commission’s readiness, integrity safeguards , and commitment to inclusive and credible elections.   Swift but Careful Ballot Printing On the printing of ballots for the March 14 Antipolo City 2nd Congressional District Special Election , Chairman Garcia emphasized operational preparedness. He explained that ballot printing could begin immediately and be completed within days. However, speed would never compromise quality. Every ballot, he assured, will undergo strict verification, checked thoroughly for clarity, cleanliness, smudges, misprints, or defects that would require reprinting. The Commission is prepared to complete the entire process within five working days, demonstrating both efficiency and meticulous attention to detail. His message was clear: preparedness must be matched by precision.   Zero Tolerance for Premature Camp...

Robinsons Department Store welcomes the Chinese New Year with a festive in-store celebration inspired by luck, prosperity, and family fun. Anchored on experiential activities and customer rewards, the Year of the Horse 2026 celebration brings interactive attractions designed to drive foot traffic, engagement, and memorable moments for shoppers. This campaign blends tradition with modern retail experiences—turning shopping into a celebratory event rather than just a transaction. Shoppers at Robinsons Department Store Galleria can immerse themselves in the festivities through several event highlights: Free Horse Carousel Ride : A Chinese New Year-themed Horse Carousel is open to shoppers from February 13-17, 2026, between 12 NN and 7 PM. This unique experience is free with a minimum single-receipt purchase of P500. Free Photo Prints : From February 13-17, 2026, shoppers who make a minimum single-receipt purchase of P500 can receive free photo prints from the in-store photo booth to capt...

  President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. checks partners’ booths during the previous SM Job Fair in December 2025, engaging with  employers and jobseekers and underscoring the shared commitment to making employment more accessible for Filipinos MANILA, Philippines – SM Supermalls rolls out its February SM Job Fairs nationwide, enabling community   opportunities through accessible employment channels making the application process faster and more   convenient, All For job-hunting Filipinos. Held across SM malls, the monthly #SMJobFair series connects  jobseekers with employers from retail, services, logistics, manufacturing, and other key industries.  Hundreds of jobseekers gather at SM City Cabanatuan as SM Supermalls holds a job fair in celebration of the Banatu Festival, marking the city’s 76 th founding anniversary and turning local festivities into real employment opportunities                     ...

  Can you feel it? Love is in the air! But it’s not the kind that sweeps you off your feet, just the love that feels safe, warm, and homey. Self love, of course! Hey self-lovers, consider this a sign for you to slow down and to show yourself some well-deserved LUUUUV. Because this Heart’s Day, it’s no longer just about romance, it’s about keeping your heart happy, healthy, and glowing. Through the melody of Olivia Dean , it really is so easy to fall in love— especially with the person who’s been with you through it all. And at your most loved mall, self-care comes as easy. Because from beauty essentials to wellness musts, we’re here to help you lean into the soft life, effortlessly unbothered. So mark your calendars, set the vibe, and celebrate love your way because #LuvIsYourVibeAtSM. STEP 1: Cleanse Out Your Worries Love needs breathin’, so let your self-LUV journey start with a clean base. Let go of the overthinking, the stress, and everything that’s been weighing you down. R...

Your empty PET bottles have somewhere better to go than landfills—and SM is taking them there. Through the newly-deployed Green Recycling Machines (GR Machines) , SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) uses the nationwide reach of SM Supermalls to make sustainable action easy, accessible, and rewarding for mallgoers all over the country. "The GR Machines enrich the SM Group's existing waste management efforts under the SM Green Movement," said SM Supermalls President, Steven Tan . "Through the deployment of these machines, we hope to collaborate with our customers in caring for the environment by helping recycle PET bottles whenever they enter their most loved SM Supermalls." Each GR Machine can be operated with ease by any user and can accept PET bottles up to two liters. Together, the GR Machines nationwide can collectively hold up to 5,000 bottles in one collection cycle which are compressed in-machine. The compressed PET blocks are then collected and given a s...