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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.
Olympic Cyclist Samuel Sánchez Named Ambassador for Tour of Armenia
Spanish star Samuel Sánchez named official ambassador for inaugural Tour of Armenia race
Spanish cycling legend Samuel Sánchez, the 2008 Beijing Olympic road race champion, will serve as official ambassador for the inaugural Tour of Armenia, a UCI Europe Tour race scheduled for September 10-13, 2026. The four-stage race will cover 587 kilometers across Armenia's regi
Pashinyan and Putin Hold First Meeting Since June Election
Pashinyan, Putin Meet Amidst Rising Tensions
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in person for the first time since Armenia's June parliamentary election, according to reporting from Hetq. The meeting took place against a backdrop of escalating tensions between the two countries,
Armenia's Declining Birth Rates: Women Weigh Multiple Factors
Why are women in Armenia delaying having a second child?
Armenia is experiencing a notable decline in births, with 32,042 registered in 2025 compared to 36,590 in 2023, prompting government concern about long-term demographic challenges. Labor and Social Affairs Minister Arsen Torosyan acknowledged that reversing the trend requires bot
Pashinyan Sends Condolences on Death of Former French PM Balladur
Pashinyan sends condolences to Macron over death of former French Prime Minister Édouard Balladur
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has sent condolences to French President Emmanuel Macron following the death of former French Prime Minister Édouard Balladur. In his message, Pashinyan described Balladur as a prominent statesman who held senior government positions during
Eleven Armenian Writers Featured in National Literary Magazine
Armenian Poets Celebrated in National Literary Magazine
Eleven Armenian writers from around the world have been featured in a special edition of a national literary magazine, according to reporting from Brooklyn-based Massis Post. The publication highlights the work of Armenian poets and authors, recognizing their contributions to con
Former Armenian Finance Minister Detained in Bribery Probe
Gagik Khachatryan Brought to Court on Stretcher, Gets Two Months Detention
Former Armenian Finance Minister Gagik Khachatryan was brought to court on a stretcher on September 1 due to serious health complications. The court hearing followed his arrest as part of a large-scale investigation into bribery and money laundering allegations. Khachatryan, unab
U.S. and Armenian Officials Discuss TRIPP in Syunik Communities
Armenian, US officials discuss TRIPP project with Syunik communities
U.S. Chargé d'Affaires David Allen and State Department Senior Advisor Jon Askonas, along with Armenian Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ministry representatives and engineering firm AECOM, held community meetings in Goris, Meghri, and Kapan to discuss the "Trump Route for
Armenian Youth Federation Olympics Head to New Jersey in 2026
New Jersey gears up for 92nd AYF Olympics
The Armenian Youth Federation will host its 92nd Olympic Games in northern New Jersey and Rockland County, New York, from September 3-7, 2026. The event, a longstanding tradition dating to 1934, will feature athletic competitions in golf, tennis, swimming, softball, and track and
Pashinyan Assures Putin on Armenia's European Union Path
Pashinyan Tells Putin Armenia’s EU Path Is Not Directed Against Russia or EAEU
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Bishkek to discuss Armenia's deepening ties with the European Union. Pashinyan stated that Armenia's EU integration efforts are not directed against Russia or the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU),
Putin Says Russia Will Close Gyumri Base if Armenia Requests
Putin Says Russia Will Close Gyumri Base if Armenia Requests It
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia would close its military base in Gyumri, Armenia, if the Armenian government formally requested it. Putin made the remarks during a press conference in Bishkek following the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, where he met
Pashinyan and Modi Meet at SCO Summit in Bishkek
Pashinyan. Modi Meet; Discuss Expanding Cooperation
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit. The two leaders discussed expanding bilateral cooperation between Armenia and India. The meeting took plac
Pashinyan and Aliyev Meet on Peace Talks in Bishkek
Pashinyan, Aliyev Agree to Continue Working Towards Lasting Peace
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met in Bishkek today during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit to discuss ongoing peace efforts between the two nations. The meeting represents a continuation of diplomatic engagement aimed a