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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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Armenia's Courts Struggle With Staff Vacancies Due to Low Pay
Low Salaries Lead to Vacancies, Turnover in Armenia's Court System
Dozens of positions for assistant judges and court clerks across Armenia's judicial system remain unfilled for extended periods, primarily due to uncompetitive salary levels, according to reporting from Hetq. The staffing shortages affect the functioning of courts throughout the
Armenia and UAE Agree to Mutually Recognize Driver's Licenses
Armenian, UAE driver’s licenses now mutually recognized
Armenia and the United Arab Emirates have established mutual recognition of driver's licenses, effective June 13, allowing citizens of each country to drive legally using their national licenses without restrictions. Under the agreement signed September 30 by Armenia's Minister o
Israel Recognizes Armenian Genocide; Turkey, Azerbaijan Respond Negatively
Pashinyan, Erdogan and Aliyev are unhappy with Israel’s recognition of the genocide
Israel's Cabinet of Ministers formally recognized the Armenian Genocide on June 28, 2026, ending decades of denial and evasion. The Armenian Weekly analysis notes that Israel's decision, like other countries' recognitions, reflects geopolitical interests rather than moral conside
Law Enforcement Conducts Searches of Tsarukyan Business Assets
Law Enforcement Searches Tsarukyan-Owned Businesses; Gagik Tsarukyan Detained
Armenian law enforcement conducted searches of businesses owned by prominent businessman Gagik Tsarukyan following a decision by the Central Election Commission. Tsarukyan was detained as part of the operation. The action represents a significant development involving one of Arme
Armenia Alliance to Accept Parliamentary Seats Despite Fraud Claims
‘Mandate is a weapon’: Armenia Alliance to take parliamentary seats
Armenia Alliance announced it will take up its parliamentary mandates following a Constitutional Court ruling on recent parliamentary elections, while maintaining its opposition to the current government. In a July 6 statement, the alliance said the court's decision does not addr
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least 10, injure 46
At least 10 killed in second Russian strikes on Kyiv in a week
At least 10 people were killed in a second wave of Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's capital Kyiv within a week, according to the city's military administrator Timur Tkachenko. The strikes wounded 46 others, including five children, with rescue operations continuing at more th
Armenian Honored Artist Artashes Aleksanyan Dies at 64
Armenian Honored Artist Artashes Aleksanyan dies at 64
Artashes Aleksanyan, an acclaimed Armenian actor and director, has died at age 64. Born in Yerevan in 1961, Aleksanyan passed away on July 6 following a three-day hospital stay. He was set to turn 65 on July 17. Aleksanyan graduated from the Gabriel Sundukyan National Academic Th
Armenian PM Pashinyan Visits Russia for Industrial Forum
PM Pashinyan arrives in Yekaterinburg
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in Yekaterinburg, Russia, for an official working visit on Wednesday. Yekaterinburg Mayor Alexei Orlov greeted Pashinyan upon his arrival at Koltsovo Airport. During the visit, Pashinyan is scheduled to participate in the plenary session of
Denver consecrates first U.S. Armenian church named for St. Hripsime
First U.S. Armenian Apostolic church named for St. Hripsime consecrated in Denver
Colorado's Armenian Apostolic community celebrated the consecration of St. Hripsime and All Saints Armenian Church in Denver, marking the first U.S. Armenian Apostolic church to bear the saint's name. The church was consecrated by Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Weste
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Mellanie Party Design Wedding Decorations Glendale
Mellanie Party Design specializes in wedding and event decorations, offering custom setups for ceremonies, receptions, and special celebrations throughout the Glendale and greater Los Angeles area. The team provides full-service coordination including draping, floral arrangements, backdrops, lighting, and table settings to transform venues for memorable occasions.
Veteran Journalist Larisa Paremuzyan Dies
Veteran Journalist Larisa Paremuzyan Has Died
Larisa Paremuzyan, a respected Armenian journalist, has died. Based in Alaverdi in Lori province, Paremuzyan was known for her extensive coverage of local life and issues affecting residents of the region. Her reporting focused on the daily experiences and concerns of ordinary Ar
Law Enforcement Conducts Searches of Tsarukyan's Homes and Businesses
Law Enforcement Conduct Searches of Gagik Tsarukyan's Home, Businesses
Law enforcement officers conducted searches at the private residence and business properties of Gagik Tsarukyan, a prominent Armenian businessman and leader of the Prosperous Armenia political party, beginning early morning on an unspecified date. Tsarukyan is a well-known figure
Israeli Cabinet Resolution Falls Short of Genocide Recognition
Israel’s Cabinet resolution is not recognition
Israel's Cabinet unanimously approved a resolution on the Armenian Genocide on July 28, 2026, with Foreign Minister Gideon Saar calling it a moral duty. However, analysts note the distinction between a Cabinet resolution and formal state recognition remains critical. A Cabinet re