Baskin-Robbins’ March flavor of the month rekindles the classic Belgian Waffle

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Do you love waffles? Are you an ice cream fanatic? 

Here’s an exciting treat from Baskin-Robbins that combines these two well-loved treats in one delicious offering for the sunny month of March. 

The world’s favourite ice cream brand is offering the classic ice cream flavor that brings back that warm, happy feeling of indulging in a rich, golden Belgian waffle. Baskin-Robbins’ flavour of the month is truly waffily good as it meldsmaple praline flavored ice cream with Belgian waffle pieces, praline pecans and a creme caramel ribbon. It has the authentic taste and texture of a real belgian waffleand is best paired with the classic Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavor, Pralines ‘n Cream. 

For the whole month of March, ice cream lovers can indulge in this luscious frozen treat from Baskin-Robbins in a cone, cup, or as a milkshake. It can also be relished as a 2-Scoop Sundae by mixing two scoops of Belgian Waffle Ice Cream, topped with Caramel Praline sauce, whipped cream, almonds and a cherry, served in a freshly baked waffle bowl or cup.

Get a taste of this limited edition delicious ice cream flavor by visitingBaskin-Robbins shops at the Central Square and SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 5 in Makati; Fairview Terraces and Trinoma Mall in Quezon City; SM Southmall in Las Pinas; and Solenad in Sta Rosa, Laguna. For more information, log on to www.baskinrobbins.ph or check out their accounts: facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph, Twitter, and Instagram @baskinrobbinsph.

Filipina transgender Bemz Benedito Receives NY Award

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Many people have never heard of or don't understand things. Being transgender is something some people feel uncomfortable thinking or talking about. Transgender, the realization that they feel different from others also can be very difficult. They may face rejection, discrimination, and even anger from people who don't understand transgender identity, and it can be a challenge to deal with others' reactions. 

Life is a beautiful chance given to all to make the best of it, to learn and to provide others the best  of us. 

One blessed Filipina transgender Bemz Benedito was honored by a US organization with an award as one of four Global Transgender Heroes in celebration of International Women’s Day this March.

The award was given by the True Colors Fund, an LGBT organization based in New York. True Colors, co-founded by international pop star Cyndi Lauper, “is working to end homelessness among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth by creating systemic change”.

Benedito learned about the award when an article appeared on the True Colors website (https://truecolorsfund.org) announcing conferment of it on her and three other global transgender heroes: Lohana Berkins of Argentina (who passed away last February 5) Cecilia Chung of the US and Hong Kong, and Liesl Theron of South Africa.

The award’s primary criteria was how a certain individual challenged the status quo and as well as the ways and means of stereotypical boxes for the LGBT. Next to that, says Benedito, is how the awardee struggled to uplift the condition of her community to be recognized and respected.

The award made this year’s International Women’s Day more significant for her, says Benedito, “because I was affirmed as a woman and my small contribution for equality in my country was recognized”.

To be hailed a Transgender Hero is a very humbling experience.

“Just like what I always say in my interviews, I am not the best and there are others who are doing better than I do, but please be it remembered that there was a transgender woman who worked hard fearlessly in her little ways to represent the Filipino LGBT community as one sector fighting for equal rights."

The recognition, says Benedito, is a reminder to her that despite being elected into public office in 2010 and 2013, “the ray of light comes shining like it never was before, to continue with fight and to keep up with the challenges that cripples our dignity as human beings and citizens of our country.”

The award does not come with any monetary recognition, but according to the LGBT activist, it is more than enough for her and others working to advance the cause of LGBTs and keep them in the thick of the fight despite sometimes feeling that they are doing a thankless job and in the long run allowing even personal relationships and personal ambitions suffer.

“We owe it to the next generation that being LGBT must be kinder and dignified.”

In her own case, the award is encouragement to keep pursuing equal rights and recognition not just for other transgendered women, but for all members of the LGBT community.

“We (LGBTs) are only tolerated and our dream and our goal is to be accepted,” says Benedito. 

“Because if we are indeed accepted, policies and laws must be present to protect and uplift us. Hindi na sana second-class citizens ang tingin sa amin at sana may kinatawan na rin sa Kongreso ang sektor ng mga Pilipinong LGBT. At higit sa lahat wala na sanang mambabatas at boxing superstar na hahamakin kami at tatawaging mas masahol pa sa hayop. We are not exaggerating our struggles, we are here giving a face and voice to the oppression that dehumanizes us every day of our lives while living the truth in our being.”

Their biggest goal is the basic right to self-determination. 

“Then there is our common fight with our lesbian, gay and bisexual brothers and sisters for the passage of the anti-discrimination bill that has languished in Congress for 18 years. Imagine a human rights bill, the only one for that matter, that will protect LGBT Filipinos ay nabubulok sa Kongreso habang naghihirap ang maraming LGBTs sa diskriminasyon at opresyon. In an egalitarian society that has passed the Magna Carta for Women, Indigenous Peoples Rights Act, Violence Against Women and Children, the LGBT community is ignored and discriminated.”

Benedito recalls what the struggle was like for her as a transgendered woman.

“It was difficult especially for me growing up in my province in Abra, which is laid-back, backward-thinking and conservative. While growing up, I would cry whenever I would see my naked body as a young child in the mirror because my anatomy was incongruent to what I thought and felt about myself. It took me a long time to realize that I am not a simple case of a girl trapped in a man's body. I found out about transgender people when I did my research during my college days. It was then that I found out that I am not an effeminate gay or thepa-girl na bakla but I am a transgendered woman. That is why, as in all journeys, the wrong has to be righted, the flaw corrected. In my mind, in my heart and in my soul, I am a woman, a Transpinay, the other Filipina.”

Finally, says Benedito, if there is a message that she, as a transgendered woman, would like to put out there, it would be this: 

“Stereotypes are like cardboard cut-outs; they do not form the complete picture. Not even a fragment of who we are. Our genitalia should not be the basis of one's right to self-determination and gender identity. We should not be defined by our bodies nor our sexual orientation and gender identity defined our capabilities, skills and strengths.”

The Newest Romantic Pop Balladeer Edward Benosa to stage birthday concert, with Morisette Amon, DJ Chacha and surprise guests

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Edward Benosa during the media conference held at the Cerchio Restaurant and Lounge,  Quezon City March 17, 2016

Edward Benosa, The Romantic Pop Balladeer  marks an important milestone when he stages a birthday concert at the Teatrino in Greenhills on April 16, 2016.

The concert will be directed by Frank Lloyd Mamaril, with Marvin Querido as Musical Director. Edward’s special guests will be Morisette Amon and DJ Chacha of MOR 101.9.

This will be another major step forward in his career and his bid to be known as a legitimate, full-fledged pop artist.

Edward will perform a repertoire of mostly love songs, but will also showcase the other side of him when he takes on rock songs and musical genres he doesn’t usually perform. 

Director Frank promises “a very intimate show” that will be a culmination and celebration of all the good things that have happened to Edward’s career in the past year.

On his first concert,  Edward is nervous, but he’s ready to step into the spotlight. He knows it’s a big challenge, but he’s taking it on because he knows that if he succeeds in pulling it off.

“Grabe ang pressure. Siyempre may pressure at kabado kasi first. First year ko in showbiz, tapos first concert. Pero pag natawid ko ito, ibang self-confidence ang makukuha ko dito.”

Stage and TV and indie film actor Arnold Cruz Reyes, as Edward’s manager,  says they had been planning the show for some time, and that it was really part of their wish list for the Star Awards for Music 2015 Best New Artist. They spent several months planning and conceptualizing the show and fine-tuning the repertoire so they would have a show that they were sure the audience will enjoy.

 Arnold Cruz Reyes

Director Franc, who also directed the recent concerts of Matteo Guidicelli and Lani Misalucha, talks about their concept for the show.

Teatrino is the perfect venue for concert shows, as "where some of the best artists started and built their careers. So we want to place him in a venue kung saan siya symbolically pwede mag-start in the concert scene. We know he can pull it off.”

“When we talked about the show, we wanted a follow through on Edward’s career. A lot of things have been happening to him for the last year and in that year, it has to have a culmination, which is this show. It’s all about what he can bring to the table in the industry. "

Director Franc believes that Edward is the complete package and thus, the time is ripe for him to have a solo concert.

Director Frank Lloyd Mamaril

“He is the artist na complete package. He has looks, can sing, can act. That’s rare. ‘Yun ang nakikita ko, that’s why we need this concert to happen. The success of Edward is the success of everyone.”

While preparing for the concert, they met people—both old and new supporters of Edward who were very excited about the show and couldn’t wait for it to happen.

Everyone behind the concert is confident all their hard work and preparation will come together on the show date—and they know Edward has what it takes to make it work.

And there are a lot of people who’ve been asking for Edward to have a show. Now is the right time, which explains why the concert is titled “Most Requested”.

“When we thought of the title, o sige, si Edward honestly di pa kilalang-kilala, but when you check social media, and listen to radio stations, ‘Ay siya pala ‘yon’. May gano’ng reaction. Every time I introduce Edward, “Ah siya pala yung nasa parang pelikula na video’ or ‘Siya pala ‘yung kumanta ng ‘Di Man Lang Nagpaalam’. Kaya nasabi namin, ‘Sige na, gawin na natin ito.’”

Edward is also getting a lot of support from his recording company, Star Music, his sponsors (like Dannon Clothing), his supporters and his management.

The concert is brought to you by Dannon Clothing. In participation with Projects Unlimited Phil Inc., Spring Oil, Villa Victoria Inc.,JBC Food Corporation, and Multymedia Printers Inc. Special thanks to Fragrancia De Italia, Novu Hair, Cerchio Grill And Lounge, and Lancer's Hardware. Media partners are Mor 101.9 and Starstudio Magazine.

For inquiries, please call Ranjo Isip at 0917-882-2773. 

You call also reach Edward thru:

Facebook :   facebook.com/realedwardbenosa

Twitter: @realbenosa

Instagram: realbenosa

The RE/MAX difference

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RE/MAX is the world’s largest real estate network with almost 100,000 agents in nearly 100 countries with over 7,000 offices.

Looking for a property to buy or lease is tedious from going over brochures to making a decision. You’d have to deal with a lot of people and go through tons of paperwork. Don’t you wish someone would take care of these details for you?

It’s important to find an agent who can get the job done. Your brother's former classmate may dabble in real estate but he may not be the person most qualified to help you buy or sell your home. Personal referrals are okay but not all the time.

If you are looking for a professional with experience, education and a proven track record of successful closings, RE/MAX is a good place to start the search. Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

RE/MAX, the world's largest real estate network with almost 100,000 agents in nearly 100 countries with over 7,000 offices, can help you with your concerns.

Don't hesitate to ask questions. Your RE/MAX agent will be happy to answer them. Here is a tip for buyers from RE/MAX: Tell the agent your price range from the start, along with the types of properties and neighborhoods you'd like to look at (even those you'd like to avoid). This will help your agent select properties for you. RE/MAX targets and attracts winning agents and provides them the power of on-demand education and training so they will be the best in the industry.

No one in the business sells more properties than RE/MAX and the company has the numbers to back it up.

RE/MAX agents will provide you with the highest standard of care and extreme loyalty to you as the client; understand your specific needs and wants and locate appropriate properties; and assist you in determining how much you can afford. are equipped with live training events, 24/7 online continuing education programs and necessary tools to stay on top of the industry. Many buyers choose to have a RE/MAX agent represent their interests in a real estate transaction. This means the RE/MAX agent you hire is legally bound to represent your interests.

RE/MAX Philippines head office is located at 25/F Citibank Tower, 8741 Paseo de Roxas St., Makati City. For more information, call us at 511-1429 to 30 or email us at info@remax.ph or visit remax.ph. Like us on Facebook at REMAX-Philippines. Follow us on Twitter @officialREMAXPH.

Stay young and happy ! Be positive and drink HyC 150

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Laughter is really good medicine. Laughter has many psychological benefits, harmlessly release negative emotions such as anger, sadness, and fear. It does have a positive effect because it releases endorphins and makes you feel good inside.

While we are living life to the fullest, and working at surviving, laughter can help us maintain our perspective. It also has the power to turn almost any situation around.

The Power of Positive Thinking 

Overall, it’s about keeping a positive mindset, being optimistic, affirmative and upbeat, seeing one’s life as a glass half full ready to be filled in. What the mind dictates, the body translates in a youthful-looking appearance with a positive aura full of life.

In an article entitled written by Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Roizen for www.youbeauty.com entitled “The Power of Positive Thinking on Your Health,” they cited a study made in a Denmark hospital that involved more than 600 patients. They found that “patients whose moods were overall more positive were 58 percent more likely to live at least another five years.”

So how does one acquire a positive outlook or mindset? The two doctors suggested injecting humor into our lives by watching TV shows or reading stuff like books or reading blogs that induce laughter, or simply hang out with friends for some mood-boosting time. You can even go to the park with your dog or play dress up with the kids. One study that was cited involved helping others to help put oneself in a positive mood. They said “volunteering is a great way to give as much as you get and get as much as you give.”

It is a positive cycle, they added, that “The more you do it, the easier it gets—and the younger you’ll feel and look.”

Aside from positivity, it is also good as well to supplement your positive affirmations with a powerful and potent food supplement that’s proven enough by many generations—Premium HyC150!

2015 Gold Award Winner of Monde Selection for Diet and Health products, Premium HyC 150 is effective for both men and women because youth and great skin are among the things anyone value the most.

Premium HyC 150 stands above the other anti-aging food supplements in the market because of its potency and nutrional value. It is packed with Vitamin C together with the winning combination of Hyaluron, Collagen and Ubiquinol, helps achieve glowing beauty and youthful energy all throughout—and you can do it anytime, even at the comfort of your own home.

How powerful is HyC150? 

In one small sachet, get the power of 7 active and youth-inducing ingredients for that healthy body and beauteous skin. There’s 5,250mg of Collagen, one of HyC 150’s two main ingredients. Collagen is a “lifting” supplement, an age-defying factor that delays the aging process. Your skin turns elastic and smooth since it stops early ageing indicators like wrinkles and age pores, and even helps the skin counter any negative effects brought about by too much exposure to the sun and pollution.

The 150mg of Hyaluron, meanwhile, helps keep you active and hydrates the skin to make it young looking. It lubricates the bones for stress-free mobility. Its gel-like composition functions as space filler and cushioning agent, lubricates the joints and eye tissues and helps keep healthy gums. Hyaluron also helps the scalp to grow healthy and glossy hair, plus aids in better and faster wound healing.

With 15mg in every sachet, Elastin is a highly elastic protein found in the body’s connective tissue that maintains skin flexibility and elasticity despite poking and pinching while Pearl Coix lightens the skin to make it more radiant and gleaming. To complete the benefits of HyC150, it has Vitamin C to fight against infection and Biotin to stimulate hair growth and nourishes the scalp.

Think positive, get a good laugh and be less stressed; think happy thoughts and surround yourself with delightful and joyful friends. And don’t forget your daily dose of Premium HyC150. You’ll never regret creating a new and happy you.

Premium HyC 150 is manufactured by FINE Japan Co. Ltd. and available at selected Watsons stores nationwide, online at Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph) and at the website www.HyC150.com. 

Visit and "like" the Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HyC150); follow  on Twitter (#HyC150) or Instagram (@HyC150), or call (02) 5467297, 09177750779 for more information. 

*** Mahalagang Paalala: Ang HyC150 ay hindi gamot at hindi dapat gamiting panggamot sa anumang uri ng sakit.