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Bidrussian Jewelry Glendale
This Glendale jewelry store specializes in jewelry repair services and custom design work, with skilled craftsmen handling everything from ring resizing and stone setting to watch repair and restoration. The shop also offers appraisals, buying services for gold and diamonds, and a selection of fine jewelry pieces for purchase.
Lebanon Becomes First Middle East Nation to Abolish Death Penalty
Lebanon abolishes death penalty in first for region
Lebanon's parliament has abolished capital punishment, making it the first country in the Middle East to formally end the death penalty. The move replaces all existing death sentences with life imprisonment, according to a statement from the speaker's office reported by Reuters.
Armenian students win medals at International AI Olympiad
Armenian students win two bronze medals at International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence
Armenian school students earned two bronze medals at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence held in Astana, Kazakhstan, August 2-8. Armen fielded two teams—the maximum allowed—with eight students total. The Vanadzor team of Alen Gevorgyan, Aram Amirkhanyan, Seryozh
Armenian Church Faces Adaptation Challenge in Diaspora
The importance of innovative outreach for our church
An opinion piece in The Armenian Weekly examines how the Armenian Church can thrive amid demographic shifts in the diaspora, including rising intermarriage rates and geographic dispersion of Armenian communities. The author argues that the church must adapt its outreach strategie
Armenia Navigates EU Integration While Managing EAEU Relations
Armenia Faces EAEU Pressure Over EU Path as Yerevan Eyes Energy Diversification Through TRIPP
Armenia faces diplomatic pressure from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) as it pursues closer ties with the European Union, according to reporting from Massis Post. The country is expected to reach a decision on its geopolitical direction by December 2026. Simultaneously, Yereva
EU Report: Armenia Makes Progress on Human Rights, Gaps Remain
EU sees progress in Armenia’s human rights reforms, identifies remaining gaps
The European Union's 2025 Annual Report on Human Rights and Democracy found that Armenia advanced judicial, police, and constitutional reforms while strengthening human rights protections, though challenges persist. The report cited progress in healthcare access through Armenia's
Armenia's New Constitution Will Omit Independence Declaration Reference
New Armenian Constitution Will Not Refer to Declaration of Independence, Julhakyan Says
Armenia's upcoming constitution will not include a reference to the country's 1990 Declaration of Independence, according to Kristine Julhakyan, a key figure in the constitutional reform process. The decision marks a significant shift in how Armenia's foundational documents will
Armenian Parliament Speaker Meets Chinese Ambassador on Bilateral Ties
Armenian Parliament Speaker, Chinese Ambassador Discuss Expanding Ties
Armenian Parliament Speaker Ruben Rubinyan met with China's Ambassador to Armenia Xinwei Li in Yerevan to discuss expanding cooperation between the two countries. The meeting, reported by news outlet Hetq, focused on prospects for strengthening bilateral relations. Details of spe
Armenian Bar Association Opposes Prosecution of Catholicos Karekin II
Armenian Bar responds to prosecution of Catholicos Karekin II
The Armenian Bar Association has expressed concern over criminal charges filed against Catholicos Karekin II and six members of the Armenian Apostolic Church's Supreme Spiritual Council. The charges stem from the church's removal of Bishop Gevorg Saroyan from his position as prim
Pashinyan Meets with Arab State Ambassadors in Yerevan
Pashinyan Meets with Ambassadors of Arab States Accredited to Armenia
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with ambassadors extraordinary and plenipotentiary representing Arab states accredited to Armenia, according to reporting from Massis Post. The meeting took place in Yerevan and reflects ongoing diplomatic engagement between Armenia and Arab nat
Bidrussian Jewelry Glendale
This Glendale jewelry store specializes in jewelry repair services and custom design work, with skilled craftsmen handling everything from ring resizing and stone setting to watch repair and restoration. The shop also offers appraisals, buying services for gold and diamonds, and a selection of fine jewelry pieces for purchase.
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Turkish Leader Denies Ottoman, Turkish Mass Atrocities
Erdogan’s denial of genocide attracts more attention to Turkish mass crimes
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's June 30 speech denying genocide and mass crimes in Turkish history has drawn scrutiny from scholars and advocacy organizations. Erdogan claimed that "our history contains no genocide, no massacres, no oppression, and no colonialism," asser
Armenia Fund Honors Philanthropist's Education Initiative
Building Opportunity Through Education: A Lasting Gift for Armenia’s Future
Armenia Fund has recognized philanthropist Maria for a significant educational gift supporting Armenia's future, the organization announced from its Glendale headquarters. The contribution represents a commitment to expanding educational opportunities in Armenia through philanthr
Armenian Parliament Speaker Meets Chinese Ambassador
Armenian Parliament Speaker, Chinese Ambassador discuss ways to expand cooperation
Speaker of the Armenian Parliament Ruben Rubinyan met with China's Ambassador to Armenia Xinwei Li on August 12 to discuss bilateral relations. The ambassador congratulated Rubinyan on his recent election as Speaker of the National Assembly. Both sides acknowledged Armenia-China