Now Emirates adds Amsterdam

DUBAI - Emirates is to launch flights to Amsterdam from May 1, 2010.

The daily, non-stop service from Dubai will be operated with a combination of 777-200LR and 777-300ER aircraft, with a three-class configuration and the newest version of ICE, the in-flight entertainment system.

Emirates will be the only airline offering first class accommodation on the route.

This is the fourth new destination to be announced this year by the Dubai-based carrier. Durban and Luanda were both launched in October and Tokyo was recently announced with a start date of March 28, 2010.

During December, Emirates will take delivery of two further A380s, which will be deployed to Seoul from December 14 and Paris two weeks later.

Last month, the carrier announced half year net profits of US$205 million, representing a 165 percent increase compared to US$77 million for the period ending September 30, 2008.

Tax exemption for FOMAA

CHICAGO -  Federation of Malayalee Associations of Americas was granted tax exemption status by IRS.  FOMAA will get exemption from Income Tax for donations received from May 2008 onwards.  As per Federal Income Tax Section 501 (c)(3), FOMAA need not pay any Income Tax.  

All charitable organisations must have Tax Exemption Status from IRS.  Income received were not allowed to record as donations for organisations having no IRS recognition and tax exemption status. This recognition and award of tax exemption has great significance, says John C Varghese, Secretary, FOMAA.

Christmas Celebrations in America

Detroit - The joint committee of different Christian community, named Detroit Ecumenical Committee will jointly celebrate Christmas on Saturday, 26 of December. The programme will be convened at St. Thomas OrthodoX Church Auditorium, Detroit.

Newyork - Malankara Orthodox parishes of Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island area will jointly celebrate Christmas and New Year on 3rd of January 2010 at Middle School Auditorium, 7410 Common Wealth Bldg, Bellrose, NY 1426.

Chicago - The St. Mary's Knanaya Catholic Unit of Chicago will have their Christmas Celebrations on 13 of December at Knanaya Community Centre.

Newyork -  The joint Christian organisation named St. Thomas Ecumenical Federation will celebrate their Christmas on 26 th at Glen Oxe High School Auditorium, Bellrose.