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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.
Armenian Government Approves NGO and Media Funding Bill
Armenian Government Approves Bill Allowing Taxpayers to Support NGOs, Media Outlets and Political Parties
The Armenian government has approved a legislative proposal enabling taxpayers to direct portions of their tax contributions to support non-governmental organizations, media outlets, and political parties. The measure represents a policy shift in how civic institutions are funded
World Bank Mobilizes Record Private Capital for Developing Nations
World Bank Group Mobilizes Record Private Capital for Developing Countries, Driving Job Creation
The World Bank Group announced efforts to mobilize increased private capital investment in developing countries, with a focus on job creation and economic opportunity. The initiative aims to draw funding from diverse sources and direct capital toward projects that generate employ
Russian Official Accuses Armenia of Distancing from Moscow
Shoigu Accuses Armenian Government of Seeking to Sever Ties with Russia
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu has accused Armenia's government of attempting to sever diplomatic and security ties with Russia, according to reporting from Massis Post. The accusation reflects ongoing tensions in the Russia-Armenia relationship, particularly as
Armenia's Court Approves U.S. TRIPP Framework for Assembly Vote
The Region in Brief
Armenia's Constitutional Court ruled that the country's obligations under the Armenia-U.S. TRIPP development framework comply with the Constitution, clearing the way for National Assembly ratification. Under the agreement, a TRIPP Development Company will operate with a 74% U.S.
Armenia and U.S. Expand Defense Cooperation Discussions
Armenia and United States Discuss Expanding Defense Cooperation
Armenia and the United States are discussing ways to expand their defense cooperation, according to a meeting between high-ranking officials. Lieutenant General Edvard Asryan, First Deputy Minister of Defense of Armenia, participated in talks focused on strengthening military tie
Pashinyan to Receive Hessian Peace Prize in Germany
Pashinyan to Germany for Peace Award
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will receive the Hessian Peace Prize at the Hessian State Parliament in Wiesbaden, Germany. The award recognizes his efforts toward achieving peace in the South Caucasus region. The Hessian Peace Prize is a distinguished honor bestowed by t
Shavarsh Karapetyan: Soviet Armenian Hero's Lake Rescue
Twenty-five seconds: The remarkable story of Shavarsh Karapetyan
Fifty years ago, on September 16, 1976, a trolleybus carrying over 90 passengers plunged into Yerevan Lake near a dam in Soviet Armenia. Shavarsh Karapetyan, a 23-year-old finswimmer and 11-time world record holder, witnessed the crash while training nearby. Without hesitation, h
Syrian-Armenian Copper Craftsmanship on Display in Museum
Treasured Museum Pieces: The Handiwork of Syrian-Armenian Coppersmiths
A museum exhibition features handcrafted copper artifacts created by Syrian-Armenian artisans, highlighting the skilled metalwork traditions of the Armenian diaspora. Among the displayed pieces is a late 19th-century bellows, an example of the functional and decorative coppersmit
92nd AYF Olympic Games Draw Thousands to New Jersey
Fuel the fire — all roads lead to Jersey
The Armenian Youth Federation held its 92nd annual Olympic Games over Labor Day weekend in Teaneck, New Jersey, drawing thousands of athletes, families, and alumni from across the country. The multi-day event featured competitions in golf, tennis, swimming, softball, and track an
Imprisoned Armenian Ruben Vardanyan Appeals Over Detainee Rights
Imprisoned Ruben Vardanyan Appeals to Baku Rights Commissioner Over Detainee Violations
Ruben Vardanyan, an Armenian citizen detained at Azerbaijan's Umbaki penitentiary complex alongside eighteen other Armenian nationals, has filed an appeal with Baku's rights commissioner regarding alleged violations of detainee treatment. Vardanyan cited violations of the Code on
Azerbaijan conducts diplomatic tour of occupied Artsakh
Attempts at cultural erasure in Artsakh, “uprooting” opposition at home
Azerbaijan organized a large-scale diplomatic tour of occupied Artsakh on September 11-12, bringing approximately 150 representatives from 58 countries and nine international organizations to territories depopulated of Armenians following Azerbaijan's 2023 military operation. The
Armenian Detainee Vardanyan Appeals for Prison Rights Compliance
Ruben Vardanyan appeals to Azerbaijan’s Human Rights Commissioner
Ruben Vardanyan, imprisoned at Azerbaijan's Umbaki penitentiary complex alongside 18 other Armenian citizens, has issued a public appeal to Azerbaijan's Human Rights Commissioner requesting compliance with the country's own laws regarding detainee treatment. Vardanyan cited speci