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Artsakh Fund launches skills program for displaced women
Empowering Artsakh women to thrive
The Artsakh Fund is launching a new initiative to help women displaced from Artsakh rebuild their lives through vocational training in traditional Armenian crafts. The Help Artsakh Women Rebuild Initiative teaches Marash embroidery and carpet weaving—traditional skills with deep
Alen Simonyan Named Armenia's Security Council Secretary
Alen Simonyan Appointed Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council, Replacing Armen Grigoryan
Alen Simonyan has been appointed Secretary of Armenia's Security Council, replacing Armen Grigoryan in the position. The Security Council is a key governmental body responsible for coordinating national security policy in Armenia. Simonyan, who previously served as Speaker of Arm
Beirut-Born Woman Becomes Master Khachkar Carver in Gyumri
From Beirut to Gyumri: How Narine Poladian became a khachkar carver
Narine Poladian, a 23-year-old from Beirut with an interior architecture degree, moved to Armenia in 2018 for a short volunteer stint through Birthright Armenia. A chance encounter with stone artisans on Aram Street in Yerevan redirected her path toward khachkar carving—the tradi
Pashinyan Outlines Energy Independence and Regional Policy Strategy
Pashinyan Addresses Energy Independence, Azerbaijani Infrastructure Cooperation, Railway Management and Armenia’s Foreign Policy
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed key priorities including energy independence, infrastructure cooperation with Azerbaijan, railway management, and foreign policy direction. Pashinyan stated that Armenia's overarching strategy is to achieve complete energy indepen
Global Environment Facility Chair to attend COP17 in Armenia
Global Environment Facility Chair to attend COP17 im Armenia
Diego Mesa Puyo, newly elected CEO and Chairperson of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), met with Armenian Ambassador Narek Mkrtchyan at the embassy in what officials described as part of strengthening bilateral cooperation. Mesa Puyo expressed commitment to expanding the GEF
Alen Simonyan Appointed Secretary of Armenia's Security Council
Alen Simonyan appointed Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has appointed former Speaker of Armenia's National Assembly Alen Simonyan as Secretary of the Security Council, according to an official decision. The appointment comes as Pashinyan dismissed Armen Grigoryan from the same position. Grigoryan, who se
Knights and Daughters of Vartan Hold 108th Annual Convocation
Knights and Daughters of Vartan Advance Their Mission at 108th Annual Grand Convocation in Philadelphia
The Knights and Daughters of Vartan, a prominent Armenian-American fraternal organization, held their 108th Annual Grand Convocation in Philadelphia. The gathering brought together members to advance the organization's mission of promoting Armenian cultural, religious, and commun
Armenian American Army Specialist Carla Babayan Remembered
The daughter who became her father’s hero: Carla Jane Babayan
Army Specialist Carla Jane Babayan, an Armenian American from California, was honored in a memorial service at Camp Adder in Iraq on February 2, 2007, after giving her life in service. Born in La Cañada Flintridge to Armenian parents Edmond Babayan and Emmy Aprahamian, Babayan wa
Turkmenistan President Congratulates Pashinyan on Prime Minister Reappointment
Turkmen President congratulates Nikol Pashinyan on reappointment as Prime Minister of Armenia
Turkmenistan's President Serdar Berdimuhamedov has congratulated Nikol Pashinyan following his reappointment as Prime Minister of Armenia. In a formal message, Berdimuhamedov expressed confidence that bilateral relations between the two nations will continue to strengthen. The Tu
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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.
Armenian High School Students Win Two Bronze Medals at AI Olympiad
Armenian High Schoolers Win Two Broze at AI Olympiad
High school students from Armenia earned two bronze medals at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), which took place in Astana, Kazakhstan. The competition represents a significant achievement for Armenian youth in the field of artificial intelligence, an
Armenian Church of the Forty Martyrs Undergoes Restoration in Turkey
Armenian Church of the Forty Martyrs Under Restoration in Turkey
The Armenian Church of the Forty Martyrs in Iskenderun, Turkey, is undergoing restoration work, according to reports from Massis Post. The church, a significant Armenian religious and cultural landmark, has been the subject of preservation efforts. Iskenderun, located in southern
Armenia Reassessing Energy Strategy Amid AI Growth
Pashinyan says Armenia’s energy strategy must adapt to growing AI-driven demand
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said Armenia must adapt its long-term energy strategy to account for growing electricity demand from artificial intelligence projects and data centers expected to develop in the country. Pashinyan addressed concerns raised by Azerbaijan's president