Daily Newsmakers

Heads up, voters! The countdown to the May 12, 2025 National and Local Elections has begun—and  this year, casting your vote just got a whole lot easier.

Access to clean and potable water is one of today’s most pressing challenges, with rapid urbanization and  population growth straining freshwater resources. United Nations (UN)-Water emphasizes that effective water management is crucial for society and the environment.

Every first Friday and Saturday of the month, SM Supermalls transforms into a hub of sustainability through  its nationwide ‘Trash to Cash’ (TTC) recycling market, where individuals can exchange recyclable waste for  cash. This initiative, part of SM Supermalls’ Waste-Free Future campaign, has been a long-running program  since 2007 that encourages waste segregation, recycling, and environmental awareness while also benefiting  communities financially.

SM Supermalls is making job hunting easier, faster, and more rewarding! February’s job fairs set the stage for 2025, with the SM Retail Job Fair at SM North EDSA successfully connecting more than a thousand job  seekers with top employers. Now, the momentum continues with a nationwide series of job fairs this March,  offering even more opportunities for Filipinos to build their careers. The March schedule includes: March 21 (Friday) – SM City Trece Martires and SM City Naga March 25 (Tuesday) – SM City Bacoor March 27 (Thursday) – SM City Daet March 28 (Friday) – SM City Sta. Mesa and SM City Trece Martires March 29 (Saturday) – SM Seaside City Cebu

This March 30, 2025, thousands of families, advocates, and supporters will come together to celebrate Happy Walk 2025 , a nationwide movement dedicated to fostering awareness, inclusion, and empowerment for  individuals with Down Syndrome.