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AYF Olympics Concludes in New Jersey
The day after: AYF Olympics denouement
The Armenian Youth Federation's 2026 Olympics concluded in New Jersey, bringing together young Armenians for competition, cultural engagement and social activities. A correspondent reflected on the event's success and the evolution of the Games' significance over decades of atten
Man Arrested for Attempting to Exchange Counterfeit U.S. Currency
They tried to exchange counterfeit dollar bills
Police in Yerevan arrested a 68-year-old resident of Masis after he attempted to exchange counterfeit U.S. dollar bills at a currency exchange point in a shopping center on Andranik Street. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, officers from the Malatia Division of the C
Armenia Participates in PISA Assessment for First Time
Armenia participated in the PISA international assessment of learners for the first time.
Armenia participated in the PISA 2025 international student assessment for the first time, joining 91 countries in evaluating educational outcomes. Approximately 7,000 students from 295 Armenian schools were assessed in reading, mathematics, and natural sciences during March-May
Armenian Weekly: Pashinyan accused of exploiting church for political gain
Stage props and photo ops: Pashinyan’s shameless use and abuse of the Armenian church
The Armenian Weekly published an opinion piece criticizing Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's relationship with the Armenian Apostolic Church, accusing him of simultaneously persecuting church leaders while using them for political photo opportunities and social media promotion. Th
Armenian and Azerbaijani Foreign Ministers to Meet
Armenia, Azerbaijan Foreign Ministers to Meet
Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov announced plans for an upcoming meeting with Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ararat Mirzoyan. The announcement, reported by Hetq, indicates a scheduled diplomatic engagement between the two nations' top for
French Ambassador Florian Escudié Assumes Office in Armenia
New French Ambassador to Armenia Florian Escudié Assumes Office
Florian Escudié, France's newly appointed ambassador to Armenia, has officially assumed his diplomatic post in Yerevan. The appointment marks a continuation of France's diplomatic presence in Armenia and reflects ongoing bilateral relations between the two nations. As ambassador,
Armenia Pursues Recovery of Looted State Wealth
The Return of Looted State Wealth Is a Public Demand
Recent arrests in Armenia reflect public demands for the return of state assets allegedly misappropriated by officials, according to reporting by Massis Post contributor Krikor Khodanian. The article addresses ongoing anti-corruption efforts in the country as authorities investig
U.S. Embassy Commemorates 17 Airmen Killed in 1958 Shootdown
U.S. Embassy Honors 17 American Airmen Killed in 1958 C-130 Shootdown Over Armenia
U.S. Embassy representatives joined residents of Sasnashen, Armenia on September 2 to honor 17 American airmen killed when their C-130 aircraft was shot down over Armenia in 1958. The commemoration marked a significant moment in Cold War history, when the U.S. military transport
UNICEF and Afeyan Foundation Expand Mental Health Services in Armenia
UNICEF and the Afeyan FoundationPartner to Advance Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
UNICEF Armenia and the Afeyan Foundation have completed a partnership to strengthen mental health and psychosocial support services for displaced and host community members across Armenia. The initiative addressed needs following September 2023, when over 115,000 ethnic Armenians
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.
Lavash Food Truck
Constantinople Patriarch Calls for Armenia-Turkey Reconciliation
Armenian Constantinople Patriarch Calls for Restoration of Armenia-Turkey Relations
Patriarch Sahak Mashalian of Constantinople led a religious service alongside Bishop Mesrob Parsamyan, Primate of the Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America. Bishop Parsamyan arrived with a delegation of international pilgrims for the occasion. During the service
U.S. Offered Nvidia Chip Access in Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Talks
U.S. Used Nvidia Chip Access as Incentive in Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Talks, WSJ Reports
According to a Wall Street Journal report, the United States offered Armenia access to advanced Nvidia semiconductor technology as an incentive during recent peace negotiations with Azerbaijan. The chip access was presented as part of broader economic incentives aimed at encourag
Armenia, Latvia Discuss Regional Connectivity and EU Partnership
Peace has created unprecedented opportunities for regional connectivity. Mirzoyan
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with Latvia's Saeima President Daiga Mieriņa in Riga to discuss strengthening bilateral relations. The two officials emphasized cooperation in economic and energy sectors, as well as continued parliamentary engagement through the Arme