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Koomruian Armenian Education Fund Opens 2027-2028 Scholarship Applications
Applications open for Koomruian Armenian Education Fund scholarships
The Peter and Alice Koomruian Armenian Education Fund is accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year. Scholarships are available to Armenian-ancestry students enrolled full-time at U.S. universities and colleges, with awards based on academic performance and financial
Armenia Anti-Corruption Committee Reports 94 Charges Since February
86 Arrested, 94 Charged in Election-Related Corruption Cases Since February 7
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Committee has charged 94 individuals in election-related corruption cases since February 7, with 86 arrests made during the same period, according to a report from the agency. The enforcement actions represent a significant push by Armenian authorities t
Armenian Art Therapists Publish First Field Textbook
Two voices, one field: Shaping art therapy in Armenia
Two art therapists, Karine Khachaturyan and Tatev Harutyunyan, have published "Basics of Art Therapy: Art as a Path to Healing," the first comprehensive textbook on art therapy written in Armenian. The book, completed after two years of collaborative work, addresses a significant
Armenia and U.S. Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Charter
Mirzoyan and Rubio Sign Armenia-U.S. Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Charter
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio have signed a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Charter between Armenia and the United States, according to Massis Post. The charter formalizes the bilateral relationship between the two countries
The Armenian Weekly Expands Editorial Team With Three New Journalists
The Armenian Weekly expands editorial team
The Armenian Weekly has appointed three journalists to its editorial staff, expanding the publication's coverage and geographic reach. Kevork Yacoubian, a political analyst based in Beirut, joins as assistant editor. He holds degrees from Haigazian University and Lebanese America
Oud Masters to Perform at Armenian Museum of America
Oud Masters John Berberian and Antranig Kzirian to Perform Live at the Armenian Museum of America
The Armenian Museum of America in Watertown, Massachusetts will host a live musical performance featuring renowned oud players John Berberian and Antranig Kzirian. The oud, a traditional Middle Eastern stringed instrument central to Armenian musical heritage, will be showcased by
Pashinyan Says Armenia Needs Alternatives to Russian Dependence
Pashinyan Responds to Threats from Moscow: Armenia Must Have Alternatives
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has responded to recent statements from Moscow by emphasizing the need for Armenia to develop alternative partnerships and reduce its dependency on Russia. Passinyan's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Yerevan and Moscow over Armen
Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Form Strategic Alliance
The emerging Middle East-South Asia strategic alignment
A new geopolitical alignment is emerging among Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, characterized by heightened diplomatic engagement and security coordination rather than a formal military pact, according to analysis in The Armenian Weekly. The quadrilateral alignment respo
Armenian Weekly: Pattern of Denial Shapes National Politics
Armenia’s information war: Conditioning a nation to surrender
An article in The Armenian Weekly analyzes a recurring pattern in Armenian political communication over the past decade, in which government authorities initially deny controversial policies, ridicule public concerns, gradually normalize disputed outcomes, and eventually implemen
Armenian Sports News Secures White House Credentials for UFC Event
How Armenian Sports News reached the White House
Armenian Sports News (ASN), an independent digital outlet founded in 2021, has secured dual media credentials to cover UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14. The event, part of the nation's 250th-anniversary celebrations, represents a major milestone for the platform foun
AYF-YOARF Encourages Juniors to Embrace New Experiences
Why every Junior should try something new this year
The Armenian Youth Federation's Junior organization is urging members to try new activities and programs this year, citing personal and community benefits. According to an article in The Armenian Weekly, participating in unfamiliar experiences—such as Junior Seminar, Junior Confe
Pashinyan: Armenia Pursuing Both EAEU and EU Integration
Armenia Will Move Toward Both the EAEU and EU as Long as They Remain Compatible, Pashinyan Says
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia will continue pursuing integration with both the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the European Union simultaneously, provided the two blocs remain compatible. Pashinyan characterized the dual-track approach as a sovereign Armen