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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.
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Armenian Bar Association Elects Zaven Sargsian as New Chair
Armenian Bar Association elects new leadership at 37th annual meeting
The Armenian Bar Association has elected Zaven Sargsian as chair of its board of governors at its 37th annual meeting in Washington, D.C. Sargsian, a respected attorney and community leader, has served on the board for more than four years, most recently as secretary. He succeeds
Armenia Appoints First Ambassador to Pakistan
Armenia Appoints Ambassador to Pakistan for the First Time
Armenia has appointed its first ambassador to Pakistan in the country's post-independence history, marking a significant diplomatic milestone. The appointment represents the establishment of formal diplomatic representation between the two nations and signals Armenia's expansion
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Model After White House Security Review
ChatGPT creator to launch ‘strongest model yet’ after delay
OpenAI has received White House clearance to launch its GPT-5.6 artificial intelligence model series, weeks after postponing the rollout in June for security review. The delayed launch came amid U.S. government concerns over advanced AI systems' potential misuse by foreign advers
Unibank Sponsors Armenia Polytechnic University Graduation
Armenia's Polytechnic University Graduation Ceremony Held with Unibank Support
Unibank supported the graduation ceremony for the National Polytechnic University of Armenia's 93rd graduating class, according to reporting from Hetq. As a benefactor of the institution, the bank contributed to organizing the event for the university's newest alumni. The Nationa
Congressional opposition grows to Turkey's F-35 program readmission
Congressional opposition to Turkey’s return to F-35 program
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) and 17 House colleagues have urged House leadership to prepare legislation blocking any Trump administration effort to readmit Turkey to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. The lawmakers cited Turkey's occupation of Cyprus, threats to Greece, and materia
Armenian Court Orders Confiscation of Funds from Former President
Around 630 Million Drams to Be Confiscated from Serzh Sargsyan in Favor of Armenia
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Court has partially granted a case ordering the confiscation of approximately 630 million drams from former President Serzh Sargsyan in favor of the Armenian state. The decision, handed down on July 3, 2026, represents an ongoing legal proceeding related
EU Donates Demining Vehicle to Armenia
European Union Donates Remotely Controlled Demining Vehicle to Armenia
The European Union has donated a remotely controlled demining vehicle to Armenia, according to an announcement on the Armenian government's Facebook page. The equipment will be used to clear landmines from Armenian territory and assist in the process of demarcating the state bord
Armenia Launches Plan to Boost Domestic Wheat Production
PM Pashinyan reviews wheat value chain study, orders plan to boost production
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan convened a consultation to review findings from a study on the country's wheat value chain and develop strategies to increase domestic production. Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan presented data on current wheat production and import volumes
AUA Hosts International ETICA Conference on Hope and Trust
AUA Hosts Second International ETICA Conference on Hope and Trust in Times of Crises
The American University of Armenia (AUA) hosted the second International ETICA Conference on June 22-23 in Yerevan. The event, part of the Horizon Europe ETICA project based at AUA, brought together participants to discuss hope and trust during times of crisis. The conference rep
Mellanie Party Design Wedding Decorations Glendale
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Analysis: Pashinyan's Party Retains Majority in 2026 Election
The election Armenia’s opposition was not prepared to win
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party secured approximately 50% of votes in Armenia's June 7, 2026 parliamentary election, retaining its parliamentary majority despite widespread public dissatisfaction over national security and territorial losses following Artsak
Mobile Phones, Brandy Lead Armenia's Exports to Russia
Mobile Phones, Brandy, TVs: Top 20 Products Armenia Exports to Russia
Russia remains Armenia's largest export market, accounting for approximately 35 percent of the country's total exports. According to reporting from Hetq, a leading Armenian news outlet, the top 20 products Armenia ships to Russia include mobile phones, brandy, and televisions. Th
Armenia Presents AI Strategy at UN-Backed Geneva Forums
Armenia showcases AI strategy at UN-backed Global Forums in Geneva
Armenia's First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Gevorg Mantashyan participated in a series of United Nations-backed international conferences in Geneva from July 6-8, focusing on artificial intelligence governance and digital transformation. Mantashyan presented Armenia's s