KALENDARYO ANG NAGSPLUK?! SI GARDO VERSOZA, NABUKING SA MISIS—PERO SA MADDOX, BUMAWI SA ISANG BONGGANG WEDDING RING!

Pinag-uusapan ngayon ang pasabog na rebelasyon ng aktor na si Gardo Versoza sa vlog ni Charo Cordial, ang President at Founder ng Maddox Jewelry—at talagang mapapaisip ka: kalendaryo nga ba ang totoong “ebidensya” ng nakaraan?

Sa naturang vlog, personal na bumisita si Gardo sa showroom ng Maddox Jewelry sa 1011 J.P. Rizal Street, Concepcion Uno, Marikina City para sa isang espesyal na misyon—ang palitan ang kanilang simpleng wedding ring ng kanyang misis na matagal na niyang ipinangako.


Ayon kay Gardo, nang ikasal sila sa Las Vegas, aminado siyang hindi ganoon ka-bongga ang kanilang singsing noon.
“Parang ano lang sa manok,” biro pa niya. Kaya ngayon, determined siyang bumawi—at saan pa nga ba kundi sa Maddox, na kilala sa de-kalidad at customizable na diamond pieces.

Pero hindi lang tungkol sa alahas ang naging sentro ng usapan!

Sa masayang chikahan nila ni Ms. Charo, biglang napunta ang usapan sa kanyang makulay na nakaraan at dito na nga niya ibinunyag ang nakakagulat na kwento:

“May kalendaryo ako, do’n ako nabuking ni kumander… do’n ko nililista ang initials…”

Ayon kay Gardo, doon umano niya sinusulat ang initials ng kanyang mga nakaka-date noon. Pero nahalata ito ng kanyang misis nang mapansin ang pattern, kung sino ang nauuna sa linggo, at kung sino ang nahuhuli!

“Parang na-confirm niya,” natatawang pag-amin ng aktor.


At dagdag pa niya, “Doon na nagtapos ang aking horoscope sa Chinese calendar!”

Sagot naman ni Ms. Charo👏🏻very relatable—malakas talaga ang instinct ng mga babae.


Sa kabila ng nakakatuwang rebelasyon, naging inspirasyon din ang pagbisita ni Gardo sa Maddox. Humanga siya sa pinagdaanan ni Ms. Charo, mula sa pagiging Licensed Agricultural Engineer, pagtatrabaho sa isang male-dominated field, hanggang sa pagtatayo ng sarili niyang brand na ngayon ay kilala na bilang isa sa mga pinagkakatiwalaang pangalan sa alahas.




Hindi rin nakaligtas sa kanyang papuri ang transformation ni Ms. Charo—mula sa hindi mahilig sa alahas noon, hanggang sa matawag ngayon na “Queen of Diamonds.”


Sa huli, mula sa mga pasabog na kwento hanggang sa pagbawi sa pag-ibig sa pamamagitan ng isang bagong wedding ring, pinatunayan nina Gardo at Ms. Charo na ang bawat alahas ay may kwento—minsan masaya, minsan makulay, pero laging may aral.


Abangan ang kabuuang kwento sa YouTube channel na Maddox_Jewelry at sa Facebook page na D’ Maddox Jewelry, kung saan patuloy na nagbibigay inspirasyon ang mga kuwento sa likod ng bawat diyamante.

Puregold Highlights Sari-Sari Stores’ Role in Driving Grassroots Commerce and MSME Growth

In its final installment of the Sari-Sari Stories, Puregold releases “Pangalan,” a moving tribute to the sari-sari stores that continue to power daily life, grassroots enterprise, and community connection across the Philippines.

 

Following “Ways,” “The Sign,” and “The Witness,” Puregold broadens the conversation from nostalgia to economic relevance, highlighting how sari-sari stores continue to serve as accessible retail touchpoints, community anchors, and entry-level enterprises that support household livelihoods in the country.

 

Sari-sari stores go beyond informal neighborhood retail. They function as last-mile commerce points that respond to everyday consumer needs with proximity, familiarity, and flexible purchasing options. Their resilience has allowed them to remain relevant even as the retail landscape continues to evolve.

 

That economic role is matched by social relevance. At the heart of Pangalan is the idea that sari-sari stores are more than neighborhood shops: they are trusted spaces that people turn to not only for essentials, but for connection and reliability. The film captures this dual role in distinctly Filipino terms: the store as tanungan, tambayan, and takbuhan.

 

The narrative is reinforced by appearances of OPM artists Jhoanna Robles of BINI, Stell Ajero of SB19, and Skusta Clee, whose personal recollections reflect the deep familiarity of sari-sari stores in Filipino life. Their participation adds cultural relevance to a message ultimately anchored in enterprise, accessibility, and community-based retail.

 

Puregold’s focus on this segment remains rooted in mass-market demand and the practical realities of everyday consumption. By spotlighting community-based retail, the company reinforces its relevance at the grassroots level while drawing attention to the vital contribution of MSMEs to the domestic economy.

 

The timing is equally strategic, with MSMEs already looking ahead at the upcoming Puregold Tindahan Ni Aling Puring Sari-Sari Store Convention in May. The annual event has become a key platform for sari-sari store owners, entrepreneurs, and partner suppliers, underscoring Puregold’s enduring commitment to small business development and ecosystem growth.

 

Watch the full video here: 

https://youtu.be/EAE7m6Ts2ew?si=-uo4BFM0YtPt5di1

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Egg Hunts, Parades, and More: Easter Comes Alive at SM Supermalls

 

This Easter, SM Supermalls transforms into a vibrant playground filled with egg hunts, parades, and colorful photo spots until April 5. Whether you’re bringing the kids or planning a fun day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy to the max.

Expect a full lineup of activities, from interactive games and creative workshops to lively performances, delivering a memorable Easter experience for families and friends alike.

Honor tradition with a meaningful Easter Blessing

For families who want to celebrate the deeper meaning of Easter, select malls will hold Easter Sunday Mass on April 5, offering a quiet moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks.

Whether you’re dining with loved ones, hunting for eggs, or enjoying a full day of activities, your most loved mall, SM Supermalls is the place to be this Easter. Don’t miss out—plan your visit and make it an Easter to remember.

SM Coastal Cleanups Go Beyond Trash, Teach Communities to Care

 

In celebration of World Water Day, SM Supermalls, through its corporate social responsibility arm, SM Cares, organized coastal cleanup activities across six locations with seven participating malls across nationwide, reinforcing its long-term commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable waste management in its most-loved malls.

This year’s coastal cleanup emphasized enhanced waste segregation education to deepen understanding among volunteers and communities on proper sorting, recycling, and disposal of collected waste. It also underscored that everyday actions—from responsible waste disposal to recycling—play a critical role in protecting marine ecosystems. 

The coastal cleanup activities took place across SM City La Union, SM City Urdaneta Central, SM City Tanza, SM City Daet, SM City Consolacion, SM Seaside City Cebu, and SM J Mall, bringing together communities in a shared effort to protect local coastal environments and divert waste away from the ocean. 

During the cleanups, collected waste was carefully sorted and categorized, allowing participants to see firsthand the types of materials commonly found in coastal areas—from plastic packaging and beverage containers to other discarded items that threaten marine life and coastal habitats. 

By focusing on waste analysis and segregation, raised awareness on the impact of improperly managed waste and encouraged Filipinos to adopt more responsible environmental practices in their daily lives.

SM Introduces Sparklo Reverse Vending Machines to the Philippines for the First Time Ever

 

SM Supermalls is strengthening its commitment to environmental sustainability through a new partnership with global cleantech company Sparklo. Expanding the reach of the SM Green Movement and the SM Green Recycling Machine (GRM) program, the partnership aims to make recycling more accessible, convenient, and rewarding for participating customers through SM malls nationwide.

The collaboration introduces Sparklo’s reverse vending machine technology in the Philippines for the first time, providing an innovative way for customers to recycle plastic bottles and cans while visiting SM malls. 

“This initiative further elevates the role our malls play in ensuring a greener future, all for Filipinos. When we help make recycling accessible and rewarding, taking steps to protect the environment for a more sustainable tomorrow becomes as easy as stepping into your most-loved SM Supermall,” said Steven Tan, SM Supermalls President.

Technology for the Environment

The SM Green Recycling Machine program empowers communities by transforming every day mall visits into meaningful acts of environmental responsibility. By providing easily accessible avenues for customers to build the practice of recycling, the initiative helps divert plastic away from landfills while encouraging long-term sustainable habits among mallgoers. All collected plastics are properly processed and recycled, supporting SM Prime Holdings’ commitment to a waste-free future. 

Customers simply place empty PET plastic bottles into the recycling machine, which collects and sorts the bottles for proper recycling while encouraging responsible waste disposal.