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Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Armenian EyeCare Project Honors Founder Dr. Ohanesian
AECP to honor founder and president
The Armenian EyeCare Project (AECP) will host its annual gala on November 14 in Newport Beach, California, to present Founder and President Dr. Roger V. Ohanesian with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The honor recognizes over 30 years of leadership building Armenia's eye care infra
Lukashenko Urges Armenia to Remain in EAEU Common Market
Lukashenko urges Armenia not to leave EAEU common market
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has called on Armenia to maintain its membership in the Eurasian Economic Union's common market, warning against abandoning current economic arrangements. Speaking at a session of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council, Lukashenko advised
Armenian PM Pashinyan Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Opposition Lawmaker
Pashinyan Files AMD Six Million Defamation Lawsuit Against Opposition Lawmaker
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has filed a six million AMD defamation lawsuit against an opposition lawmaker, according to reporting by Hetq. Pashinyan's legal counsel, Arman Nersisyan, characterizes the allegations at the center of the dispute as entirely false, malicious, and d
Armenia's Life Expectancy Rises to 78.9 Years in 2025
Life Expectancy in Armenia Continues to Rise, Reaching 78.9 Years in 2025
Armenia has achieved a new milestone in public health, with life expectancy reaching 78.9 years in 2025, continuing an upward trend in the country's vital statistics. The improvement reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen the healthcare system, supported in part by a two-year Eur
Armenia Issues Collector Coin for UN Biodiversity Conference
Armenia to put into circulation silver collector coin dedicated to COP17
Armenia's Central Bank will circulate a silver collector coin on October 5, 2026, commemorating COP17, the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. The coin marks Armenia's hosting of the conference and its presidency through 2028. The 1,000 dr
City of Smile USA Names New Co-Chair Leadership
City of Smile USA announces new board leadership
City of Smile USA has announced a leadership transition, with board members Katrina Menzigian and Levon Ariyan assuming co-chair roles. The announcement follows five years of leadership by outgoing chair Yelena Bisharyan, who strengthened the organization's governance and fundrai
Armenia to Host UN Biodiversity Conference COP17
European Parliament Hosts Briefing Ahead of Armenia's COP17 Biodiversity Presidency
European and Armenian officials convened at the European Parliament to discuss preparations for COP17, the UN Biodiversity Conference scheduled to take place in Yerevan. The briefing outlined key priorities and preparatory milestones ahead of the major international environmental
Pashinyan Prioritizes Peace Agreement Signing and Ratification
Signing and Ratifying Peace Agreement Should Be Among Government’s Priorities, Pashinyan Says
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that signing and ratifying a peace agreement should be among the government's top priorities. Pashinyan emphasized the need to translate public confidence in peace efforts into concrete governmental action, according to comments repo
Community Event Addresses Domestic Violence Awareness in Boston Area
“Building a Safe Community” event to be held Oct. 8 at Belmont Public Library
A public forum on domestic violence prevention will take place October 8 at Belmont Public Library in Massachusetts, organized by the Women's Support Center – Armenia in partnership with local Armenian organizations. The event, "Building a Safe Community: Understanding and Preven
Bidrussian Jewelry Glendale
This Glendale jewelry store specializes in jewelry repair services and custom design work, with skilled craftsmen handling everything from ring resizing and stone setting to watch repair and restoration. The shop also offers appraisals, buying services for gold and diamonds, and a selection of fine jewelry pieces for purchase.
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Pashinyan Urges EAEU to Remove Barriers to Armenian Trade
Pashinyan calls for removal of barriers to Armenian exports and transit within EAEU
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan called for continued efforts to eliminate trade barriers within the Eurasian Economic Union during an October 2 council meeting. Pashinyan emphasized that free movement of goods, services, capital and labor remains foundational to the EAEU'
Pashinyan Pushes Railway Expansion and Trade Reforms at EAEU Summit
Pashinyan Champions 'TRIPP' Railway and Demands EAEU Market Reforms at Summit
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan called for increased regional connectivity and economic reform during his address to the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council. Pashinyan championed the TRIPP railway project, viewed as a potential turning point for transportation links in the
Armenia considers 1,000 MW nuclear plant amid rising energy demand
PM Pashinyan does not rule out Armenia could need 1,000 MW nuclear power plant
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said Armenia may need to construct a nuclear power plant with capacity up to 1,000 megawatts to meet growing electricity demand driven by major investment projects and artificial intelligence facilities. The country shifted from an electricity surpl