Etihad Expanding Flights to India Market

Etihad Airways is introducing IndiaConnect into its Etihad Guest program. It offers a wide range of benefits for frequent travellers flying to and from India and has Katrina Kaif, Etihad's new brand ambassador as a founding member.

She said "For people like me who are always travelling to and from India, IndiaConnect is a perfect travel solution, making it even easier to fly home." She has been part of a new newspaper and magazine campaign enjoying the facilities of each cabin in an Etihad aircraft.

Neerja Bhatia, Etihad Airways' Country Manager in India, said: "India is one of our most important markets, generating major traffic on Etihad destinations across the globe.
"We are always looking for ways to offer targeted, innovative and unique benefits to our Etihad Guest members. As India continues to grow in popularity as a business and leisure destination, we are pleased to support Etihad Guest members who want to experience the region, as well as helping connect Indian passengers from around the world."


Katrina Kaif also recently featured in a video dancing in the First class lounge of Abu Dhabi airport.

Solar Storms Predicted For 2012

The Sun will soon be approaching its solar maximum, a time in its 11 year cycle where there will be more frequent solar tsunamis or solar storms. In 2006, the Sun reached its solar minimum, where there are few solar storms, but for the next few years there is the possibility of disruption in communications and much worse, especially during 2012.

So whilst the climate change debate is going on, there could be much worse around the corner - and it is the developed nations that will feel it the worst. If a solar tsunami, or coronal mass ejection erupts from a sunspot and hits Earth, it could do major damage to our communications, GPS and electrical power, and not for just an hour or two. The effects could last for months.

Our reliance on technology in the modern world means that the effect of solar storms could be much greater - the storms that hit Earth in 1859 and 1921 had little effect then, but should it happen now, devices such as high power transformers could be knocked out, and they are highly vulnerable to such an event. GPS might be a cool gadget for our cars, but for aeroplane navigation in low visibility it is essential. If the low orbit satellites get knocked out by the solar shock wave, air travel would be in chaos.

If large portions of the national grid were to go offline for several months, food and water supplies would be disrupted as well as law enforcement, there could be widespread panic. In the States, disaster expert Lawrence E Joseph is pushing Congress to spend $250 Million to upgrade the electrical grid. Some people are already advising on ways to survive 'the end of the earth' including investing in a solar powered generator, buying a sturdy tent, an AM radio, a med kit as well as emergency food and water.

Being human, I cant imagine there will be a sudden rush on these things unless it actually happens. At the moment its just a worst case scenario, we wont know for sure until it happens, but it could compound problems no end if there are natural disasters such as the Pakistan floods going on at the same time.

What Colour Lingerie Should I Wear?

When it comes to purchasing underwear, some women have difficulty in finding their best colour. In fact, there are some important tips to keep in mind to get the lingerie with a colour that flatters.

Be sure to take your skin colour into consideration. If you have pale china doll kind of skin, stick to light pastel colours that go well with your eyes or hair. Women with olive coloured or fairly tanned skin, darker colours that match your hair or eye colour are good choices. If you have really dark skin, go for pastel or powdery colours that will make you look stunning.

Pick lingerie that looks great with your hair colour. It is suggested that women with blond hair choose lingerie sets in colours such as light blue, pink and purple. Ladies who have darker hair, deep colours such as dark red, blue and purple will help you get the best results.

Remember to take your eye colour into account. Wearing underwear that looks fabulous with the colour of your eyes can have a huge influence on your overall sexiness. It is wise for women who have blue eyes to select lingerie crafted in blue or purple. If you have green eyes, buy lingerie in any colour of green that emphasize the colour of your eyes. For women who have darker eyes, sexy underwear in brown should be the ideal choices. Women have hazel eyes have more choices since lingerie in any colour will compliment the colour of their eyes.

Green Furniture Is The Future

With all the emphasis on going green, it is no great surprise that the concept of environmentally friendly furniture is becoming more popular.

Designers and furniture makers are now promoting their use of sustainable materials - wood from sustainable forests and tree farms, or reclaimed wood for example. Look for certification from the Forest Stewardship Council and the Rainforest Alliance for sustainable wood, which means its not contributing to deforestation.

Green furniture manufacturers also concentrate on delivering good quality products, rather than quantity as mass furniture producers do, the theory being that well made, durable materials that are easily disassembled and fixed if necessary, are less likely to end up in the skip. This also requires less stock to be held, producing to match demand and utilising electronic means of communication.

Environmentally friendly furniture also extends to the coverings and fillings. The use of 'green' low toxicity materials such as natural fabrics, fillers and wood finishes help keep the indoor air healthy.

Cholera Fear for Pakistan Flood Survivors

With over 3 million people affected by the Pakistan flood so far, the death toll is 1500 and rising. Now there is a fear with more monsoon rains on the way that water borne diseases such as cholera and typhoid will become a threat as sanitary conditions continue to deteriorate.

Thousands of rescue workers have been deployed so far, saving an estimated 28,000 people as well as distributing emergency food supplies. Helicopters and 30,000 troops from the army have also been deployed, but the scale of the disaster is so great that thousands are still stranded by the flood waters.

If not enough clean drinking water can be delivered to the survivors, cholera could spread through the crowded camps very quickly if infected people aren't isolated. "To avert the looming threat of waterborne diseases, especially cholera, we have dispatched dozens of mobile medical teams in the affected districts," said Sohail Altaf, the top medical official in Khyber-Pakhtoonkhwa.

If you want to help, you can donate safely and securely through Oxfam's Pakistan Flood Relief Appeal page.