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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.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded for Chirality Research
Chemistry Nobel awarded for solving mystery of life’s asymmetry
The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to French scientist Henri B. Kagan and Japan's Kenso Soai for their work solving a fundamental mystery of molecular biology: why life uses only one version of chiral molecules. Chiral molecules exist as two mirror-image versions
Chicago Artist Anoush Bargamian Opens First Solo Exhibition
Anoush Bargamian opens first solo show at AIR Gallery
Chicago-based artist Anoush Bargamian is presenting her first solo show, "Stories We Carry: Memories, Color, Childhood, & Belonging," at AIR Studio + Gallery in Glencoe, Illinois through October 31, 2026. The exhibition features encaustic paintings from two series: "Pajama Party,
Armenia Suspends Asphalt Plant Over Lake Sevan Pollution
Asphalt Plant Near Lake Sevan Suspended Over Toxic Emissions Following Hetq Investigation
Armenia's Environmental and Mining Inspection Body has suspended operations at an asphalt-concrete production facility near Lake Sevan following an investigative report by Hetq published August 28, 2026. The facility was shut down due to toxic emissions identified during the inve
Armenia Seeks Market-Based Pricing for Russian Gas
Armenia Ready to Pay Market, Not Political, Price for Russian Gas, Finance Minister Says
Armenia's Finance Minister has stated that the country is prepared to transition to market-based pricing for Russian natural gas, rather than continuing to pay politically-determined rates. The remarks indicate a potential shift in Armenia's approach to energy negotiations with R
Czech Senate delegation visits Armenian Genocide Memorial
A delegation from the Czech Republic's Senate visited the Armenian Genocide Memorial in Yerevan today, led by Lumír Kantor, Chairman of the Social Policy Committee. The group included Petr Pirunčík, Czech Ambassador to Armenia, and was hosted by Nazeli Baghdasaryan, Chair of Arme
Armenian Clergy Should Maintain Independence From State Interests
A seat at the table requires an independent voice
An opinion piece from The Armenian Weekly examines the September 16 meeting between Armenian spiritual leaders and President Donald Trump at the White House, questioning the institutional dynamics of the gathering. While acknowledging that Armenian clergy should have access to U.
Pashinyan Discusses Border Opening and Regional Rail Connectivity
Pashinyan Expects Opening of Armenia-Turkey Border and Rail Links with Turkey and Azerbaijan Alongside TRIPP
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia expects progress on opening its border with Turkey and establishing rail links connecting Armenia with both Turkey and Azerbaijan as part of broader regional initiatives. The comments reflect ongoing diplomatic efforts to normali
Pashinyan and Putin Hold Bilateral Telephone Discussion
Pashinyan, Putin Discuss Bilateral Agenda in Birthday Telephone Call
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone call initiated from Yerevan as a personal gesture. Pashinyan extended birthday congratulations and best wishes to Putin during the conversation. The call addressed bilateral matters
ARF Urges Armenian Clergy Independence in U.S. Diplomacy
Access, independence and responsibility
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation's Eastern United States chapter has raised concerns about the framework of a September 16 White House meeting with Armenian spiritual leaders. While welcoming clergy engagement with U.S. officials, the ARF argued that Armenian-American church
Sarafian: Diversified International Relations Key to Armenian Security
Strategic, Mutually Beneficial Relations with Multiple Countries Could Be Armenia’s Strongest Security Guarantee, Hambik Sarafian Says
Hambik Sarafian, Chairman of the Social Democratic Hunchakian Party's Central Committee, has stated that Armenia's security depends on cultivating strategic, mutually beneficial relations with multiple countries rather than relying on a single ally. Speaking in Yerevan, Sarafian
Etchmiadzin Anniversary Budget Kept Secret Amid Local Controversy
Secrecy Over Etchmiadzin Anniversary Budget Sparks Backlash From Local Opposition
The Vagharshapat Municipality is promoting Etchmiadzin's 2711th anniversary celebration scheduled for October 8 through an extensive social media campaign, but local opposition has challenged the lack of transparency surrounding the official event budget. Etchmiadzin, home to the
Armenia Nominated for World's Leading Heritage Destination 2026
World Travel Awards: Armenia nominated for World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2026
Armenia has received a nomination in the World Travel Awards 2026 for the title of "World's Leading Heritage Destination," according to Public Radio of Armenia. The nomination recognizes the country's historical significance, cultural heritage, and centuries-old traditions, posit