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Hetq Project Manager Receives Yerevan Press Club Award

Hetq Media Factory Project Manager Wins Yerevan Press Club Award

Harutyun Mansuryan, project manager at Hetq Media Factory, has been awarded the Yerevan Press Club's Ethical Journalism Award (EJA). The recognition honors his work supporting the development of early-career journalists and his contributions to identifying and nurturing professio

HetqJul 20, 20261 min read
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Armenian Author's Poetry Collection Explores Nature and Imperfection

“The Blooms That Fall” on beauty and imperfection through nature’s seasons

Angelina Der Arakelian–Dennington's newly published poetry collection "The Blooms That Fall," illustrated by Art Deno, uses seasonal imagery to examine human experience and impermanence. The book is organized into four sections corresponding to the seasons, drawing on philosophic

The Armenian WeeklyJul 18, 20261 min read
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Goris draws visitors with natural beauty and heritage

Why Goris is worth the journey

A personal essay chronicles the transformation of Goris, a city in Armenia's Syunik province, over 16 years. The author reflects on a formative university trip to the region and returns as an adult with her son, noting significant changes in infrastructure and tourism. Goris is c

The Armenian WeeklyJul 18, 20261 min read
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Author Publishes Children's Book on Armenian History

Lucine and the Doll That Walked to Aleppo: Preserving Armenian History for a New Generation

Dr. Shoghig Kaloussian, an author and educator, has published a new children's book titled "Lucine and the Doll That Walked to Aleppo," according to Massis Post. The work aims to preserve Armenian history for younger generations through storytelling. The book's narrative appears

Massis PostJul 17, 20261 min read
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Actor Simon Abkarian Receives Armenian Culture Ministry Medal

Simon Abkarian Awarded Armenian Culture Ministry’s Gold Medal

Armenian Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan awarded the Armenian Culture Ministry's Gold Medal to actor Simon Abkarian in recognition of his contributions to Armenian culture. Abkarian, an internationally acclaimed French-Armenian actor known for

Massis PostJul 17, 20261 min read
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Educator Aida Zilelian shares storytelling mission at TEDx

Aida Zilelian on why kids need to tell their stories at TEDxCabarete

Aida Zilelian, a Queens-based public school teacher and author, delivered a TEDxCabarete talk on the importance of children sharing their personal stories. With 23 years in education and two published novels, Zilelian discussed how storytelling builds confidence and emotional pro

The Armenian WeeklyJul 17, 20261 min read
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Armenia's Traditional Dance Revival Draws Growing Crowds

Armenia’s dance traditions bring a new generation together

A decades-long effort to revive Armenian traditional dance has gained significant momentum in recent years, transforming public squares across Yerevan into gathering spaces for people of all ages. The Karin Traditional Song and Dance Ensemble, founded by Gagik Ginosyan, began off

The Armenian WeeklyJul 17, 20261 min read
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Yerevan's changing demographics reshape Armenian capital

Vignettes on continuity and change in Yerevan

A personal essay examines Yerevan's demographic transformation over the past two decades. The author, who has lived in the capital since 2002, reflects on the city's shift from linguistic and cultural homogeneity to increasing diversity. Once dominated by Armenian speakers and a

The Armenian WeeklyJul 17, 20261 min read
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Arax Aroosian Balakian, Armenian-American community leader, dies at 96

In memory of Arax Aroosian Balakian

Arax Aroosian Balakian, a prominent Armenian-American from New Jersey, died peacefully at her home in Fort Lee on July 13 at age 96. Born in Paterson in 1927, she earned a chemistry degree from Bucknell University and worked as a researcher for Ciba Pharmaceutical Company. She ma

The Armenian WeeklyJul 16, 20261 min read
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British Royal Sam Chatto Engaged to Armenian Artist

Princess Margaret’s Grandson Sam Chatto Engaged to British-Armenian Artist Eleanor Ekserdjian

Sam Chatto, a grandson of Princess Margaret, has announced his engagement to Eleanor Ekserdjian, a British-Armenian artist. The engagement represents a notable connection between British royal circles and the Armenian diaspora community. Ekserdjian, who holds Armenian heritage th

Massis PostJul 16, 20261 min read
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Watertown youth delegate supports Markey at Democratic convention

Watertown youth delegate attends Democratic state convention

Rosdom Kaligian of Watertown, Massachusetts attended the state Democratic convention in Worcester as a youth delegate, supporting U.S. Sen. Ed Markey's reelection bid. Kaligian has been active in local politics, participating in Watertown Planning Department meetings focused on d

The Armenian WeeklyJul 16, 20261 min read
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Armenian Scientist Co-Authors Nature Study on Einstein Theory

Armenian Scientist Co-Authors Nature Study Confirming Einstein’s Theory With Record Precision

A research study published in Nature journal has confirmed aspects of Albert Einstein's theory of relativity with unprecedented precision, according to reporting from Massis Post. An Armenian scientist contributed to the peer-reviewed research. The study represents a significant

Massis PostJul 15, 20261 min read
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