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Pashinyan Shifts Genocide Recognition Policy, Announces EU Bid
Pashinyan Criticizes Weaponizing of Armenian Genocide; Announces EU Membership Bid
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed Armenia's newly formed parliament, stating that his administration has deprioritized international recognition of the Armenian Genocide in its foreign policy agenda. Pashinyan characterized the genocide recognition effort as subject to "we
Khachkar Studios Launches Church Revitalization Masterclass
Khachkar Studios releases Masterclass #3: Revitalizing churches worldwide
Khachkar Studios has released Masterclass #3, "Revitalizing Churches Worldwide," addressing declining attendance in U.S. Armenian Orthodox parishes. The program highlights a stark statistic: only 7 of every 1,000 Armenian women ages 18–29 attend church on a typical non-holiday Su
Filmmaker Ani Hovannisian Documents Lost Armenian Village
Tebi Bazmaşen
Ani Hovannisian's documentary "The Hidden Map" explores the physical and emotional landscape of a depopulated Armenian village, examining what remains when a community has been destroyed and dispersed across the diaspora. The film follows Hovannisian as she travels to the ancestr
UC Press Publishes Research on Armenia's Geopolitical Role
University of California Press Publishes New Research on Armenia’s Strategic Position in the Emerging Multipolar World Order 2.0
University of California Press has published new research examining Armenia's strategic position within the emerging multipolar global order, according to reporting from Massis Post. The research was led by Dr. Mher Sahakyan, founder and director of the China-Eurasia Council. The
Armenian Gymnasts Win Medals at European Championships
Artur Avetisyan Wins European Gymnastics Gold; Hamlet Manukyan Takes Silver, Mamikon Khachatryan Bronze
Armenian gymnasts claimed three medals at the European Gymnastics Championships in Zagreb. Artur Avetisyan won the gold medal, while Hamlet Manukyan took silver and Mamikon Khachatryan earned bronze in their respective events. The strong performance underscores Armenia's continue
Providence Homenetmen scouts aid Armenian orphans after jamboree
Providence Homenetmen scouts’ effort extends beyond jamboree in Armenia
Eleven Homenetmen scouts from Providence participated in the 13th Pan-Homenetmen Scouting Jamboree in Byurakan, Armenia, which drew 900 scouts from 23 countries. Following the July 24-August 2 event, the Providence delegation visited St. Nerses the Great Charitable Organization i
Armenia Allocates Funds for Gaza Children's Medical Care
Armenian Government to Allocate Nearly AMD 17 Million for Medical Treatment of Children from Gaza
The Armenian government announced it will allocate approximately AMD 16.7 million (roughly $43,000 USD) to fund medical treatment for children from Gaza. The decision reflects Armenia's humanitarian response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The allocation underscores A
International Observatory to assess Armenia's democratic developments
IODA to host press conference on Armenia’s democratic trajectory
The International Observatory for Democracy in Armenia will host an online press conference on August 25, 2026, to present findings on Armenia's institutional and political developments following June parliamentary elections. The event will feature international legal experts and
Armenia's Economy Expands 6.7% in Second Quarter
Armenia’s GDP Grows 6.7% in Second Quarter to AMD 2.83 Trillion
Armenia's gross domestic product grew 6.7% in the second quarter, reaching AMD 2.83 trillion, according to official economic data. The quarterly growth reflects ongoing economic activity across the country's major sectors. This metric provides insight into Armenia's broader econo
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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.
University of Buenos Aires examines Armenian Genocide through women's experiences
In Argentina, Armenian Genocide seminar examines women, children and silence
The Armenian Studies Chair at the University of Buenos Aires held a seminar from June to July examining the Armenian Genocide through the lens of women and children's experiences. Organized by historian Nélida Elena Boulgourdjian, the course explored how genocidal violence affect
Poland Extradites Armenian National on Cybercrime Charges
Poland Extradites Armenian National Wanted on Cybercrime and Money Laundering Charges
Poland has approved an extradition request from Armenia's Prosecutor General's office for an Armenian national accused of cybercrime and money laundering offenses. The individual was transferred to Armenian authorities following the legal proceedings in Polish courts. The case re
Gostan Zarian's "Three Songs": A Literary Legacy
The meaning behind Gostan Zarian’s “Three Songs”
Gostan Zarian, a prominent 20th-century Armenian writer who worked across multiple languages and countries, composed "The Sorrow of the Earth and the Sorrow of Heaven for Singing Three Songs" in response to World War I's devastation. Originally written in French and published in