SM City Valenzuela Puts Family at the Heart of ‘Once Upon a Moonlit Christmas’

“Once Upon a Moonlit Christmas” transformed SM City Valenzuela into a storybook holiday setting, bringing families together around a dazzling 34-foot Christmas tree, a glowing golden crescent moon and a sleek silver reindeer.

More than a festive display, the centerpiece created a space where families could gather, take photos and enjoy the Christmas season together. Its fairytale-inspired design blended familiar holiday traditions with a celestial nighttime setting, turning the mall’s main hall into a magical destination for holiday memories.

At the center of the scene stood the towering 34-foot Christmas tree, decorated with crimson and violet glass baubles, gold ornaments and festive ribbons. A glowing star crowned the tree, illuminating the display and drawing visitors into its enchanting holiday world.

A metallic gold crescent moon, silver reindeer and cloud-like formations complemented the centerpiece, while crystal drapes and illuminated golden stars created a starlit effect overhead.

At the base of the tree, a velvet-red throne trimmed in gold was surrounded by presents in gold, red and purple. The setup also served as a photo spot where families could take pictures and capture a keepsake from their holiday visit.

More than a Christmas display, “Once Upon a Moonlit Christmas” hopes to give families another reason to linger at SM City Valenzuela. From taking photos by the towering tree to admiring the moonlit details of the centerpiece, every visit offered a chance to gala to the max and enjoy the season with the people who matter most.

The centerpiece was part of SM Supermalls’ “SM Magical Sparkle” Christmas campaign, bringing festive installations and holiday experiences to malls across the country.

At SM City Valenzuela, the most loved mall in the community, Christmas came alive through a scene designed for families to enjoy together. With its towering tree, glowing stars, golden crescent moon, silver reindeer and regal throne, “Once Upon a Moonlit Christmas” brought a maxed-out experience to the holiday season, combining spectacle with the simple pleasure of spending time together.

The Once Upon a Moonlit Christmas centerpiece will remain on display throughout the holiday season.

Before We Sail: Five Ways 2GO Prepares for Passenger Safety

MANILA, Philippines, October 2026 — Ahead of the holiday travel season, 2GO Travel highlights the preparations behind every voyage, reinforcing its commitment as a reliable travel partner for safe and comfortable journeys. At 2GO Travel, every voyage begins with a continuous commitment to safety. 

From training crew members and inspecting safety equipment to assessing vessel readiness and securing the necessary clearances, a series of measures takes place behind the scenes before every ship departs. 

Through Before We Sail, 2GO Travel highlights five key practices that help support safe and dependable journeys for travelers across its passenger network.

1. Building readiness through regular crew drills

Safety begins with a well-prepared crew. Regular drills give 2GO personnel opportunities to practice emergency response procedures, strengthen coordination, and reinforce their individual responsibilities onboard.

These exercises help foster a culture where safety is a shared responsibility, and readiness remains a priority every day.

2. Inspecting safety facilities and equipment

Alongside crew preparedness, 2GO routinely inspects safety facilities and equipment onboard its vessels to help ensure their condition and operational readiness.

These inspections support emergency preparedness and help identify any items requiring attention before a vessel sets sail.

3. Conducting vessel checks before every journey

Preparations continue even after a ship completes its voyage. Following arrival and ahead of departure, technical teams carry out routine deck, engine, and bearing inspections to assess the vessel's condition and readiness for its next trip.

These assessments help keep vessels operating safely and efficiently for passengers and crew alike.

4. Screening baggage and cargo brought onboard

Passenger safety also extends to everything carried aboard the vessel.

As part of standard operating procedures, baggage and cargo undergo screening before loading to help manage potential risks and contribute to a secure onboard environment.

5. Securing the required departure clearances

Before leaving port, 2GO works closely with the Philippine Coast Guard to complete the required inspections and obtain the necessary departure clearances.

A vessel departs only after receiving the required approval, providing an additional layer of oversight before every sailing.

A Shared Commitment to Safe Travel

These five practices form part of 2GO Travel's ongoing commitment to passenger safety. With 2GO Travel's strict measures in place, the company works to ensure every voyage begins with safety at the forefront, giving passengers greater confidence every time they sail.

Passengers also play an important role in maintaining a safe onboard environment. Travelers are encouraged to pay attention to safety briefings, familiarize themselves with emergency exits and life jacket locations, and approach crew members for assistance.

As families prepare to reunite and travel home this holiday season, 2GO Travel continues the work behind every journey, preparing its people, maintaining its vessels, and carrying out the measures that help passengers sail with confidence. 

For bookings, visit travel.2go.com.ph.

OPPO Advances Global Premium Breakthrough with Find X10 Series, with a Clear Focus on the New Generation

OPPO  unveiled the Find X10 Series, signaling a key step in its ongoing premiumization strategy and a focused effort to address the needs of the new generation. 

"Our premiumization strategy centers on the dynamic needs of the new generation," said Ling Liu, Overseas CMO of OPPO, “By listening closely to these global users, we are dedicated to creating greater value through differentiated technology and premium experiences that empower them to capture inspiration and make every moment extraordinary”.

Find X10 Series Strengthening OPPO's Competitive Edges in the Premium Smartphone Market

2026 marks 18 years of OPPO's global expansion, with the ColorOS user base now exceeding 770 million across more than 90 countries and regions. Throughout this journey, OPPO has remained committed to delivering high-quality products and services that create meaningful value for users.

Today, the company is sharpening its strategic focus on the premium segment, building differentiated competitiveness through imaging while delivering elevated user experiences to drive its next stage of global growth, and bring new vitality to the market.

The premium consumers have delivered a resounding response to OPPO's flagship products this year. According to the latest Omdia report, OPPO Find Series shipments grew more than 500% year-on-year in 1H 2026, accompanied by a significant increase in OPPO's shipment share in the USD $600+ price segment. Over the past two years, the share of premium smartphones within OPPO's overall smartphone shipments has doubled year on year, underscoring the growing importance of the premium segment to OPPO's business. 

Looking ahead, OPPO will continue to strengthen its premium offering and drive further growth in the segment.

Building Around the New Generation's Needs in Imaging, AI and Well-being

To deliver a differentiated premium experience, OPPO will concentrate its investment in three key dimensions that matter the most for the new generation: imaging, AI, and well-being.

Driven by its true-to-life imaging experiences, OPPO aims to empower the new generation to hold onto what they have seen, felt, and lived. With the self-developed OPPO LUMO True Image Engine, the Find X10 Series is designed to provide true-to-life detail, color, and tone in every life moment captured. The Find X10 Pro Max takes this further with a Triple 200MP Camera System, providing greater flexibility for zooming, cropping, and reframing, turning the feeling behind the shot into personalized expression.

OPPO's personalized proactive AI and professional well-being monitoring innovations empower the new generation to find their own rhythm in an increasingly demanding world. In AI, the Find X10 Series helps users accomplish complex tasks by understanding their intent, with user authorization and privacy safeguards in place. In well-being, OPPO combines professional sensors and algorithm innovation across physical activity, sleep, and emotional wellness to help users maintain a healthy balance of life.

Inspiring Young Creators to "Make Your Moment"

Beyond product design, OPPO brings its "Make Your Moment" brand slogan to life through global initiatives, making creative expression more accessible to creators worldwide.

In April, OPPO and Discovery launched the Filmmaker Accelerator as the centerpiece of their third-year collaboration. The program provides tailored mentorship across the entire creative journey, supporting creators from 6 countries in filming the cultural stories in their hearts through the advanced video capabilities of the Find X10 Series.

The OPPO Global Photography Awards 2026 continues to empower the new generation of creators to express themselves on a global stage. Since its launch, the competition has received millions of entries from nearly 90 countries and regions, capturing vibrant moments of love, celebration, and creativity through the unique lenses of users worldwide.

Moving forward, OPPO will continue to advance its global presence in the premium segment, and to innovate in imaging, AI, and well-being, empowering the new generation with seamless creative expression and a self-paced lifestyle.