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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 Constitutional Court Examines Parliamentary Election Challenges
Constitutional Court Begins Hearing Challenges to Parliamentary Election Results
Armenia's Constitutional Court has begun reviewing legal challenges filed against the results of recent parliamentary elections, according to reporting from Massis Post. The court is examining applications that contest the validity of the election outcome. This proceeding is part
Russia Halts Fish Imports from Armenia
Russia Halts All Fish Imports from Armenia
Russia has stopped importing fish from Armenia, disrupting a significant trade relationship worth $40 million to $58 million annually. Armenia exported more than 3,500 tons of trout and other fresh fish to Russia each year, making the country an important supplier to the Russian
Armenia, AMAA to Build Education Complex in Vardenis
Armenian PM, AMAA discuss construction of education complex in Vardenis
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Gary Phillips, president of the Armenian Missionary Association of America (AMAA), to discuss a joint government-AMAA project constructing an education complex in Vardenis. The 700-student-capacity facility is scheduled for construction bet
U.S. Embassy Marks 250th Anniversary of American Independence
U.S. Embassy Celebrates 250th Anniversary of American Independence
The U.S. Embassy celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence as part of the Freedom250 initiative. The event featured the "Founders Museum," an interactive exhibition developed by the White House that uses innovative technology, including AI-powered features, to pre
Armenian People's Artist Raisa Mkrtchyan Dies at 84
Armenian People’s Artist Raisa Mkrtchyan dies at 84
Raisa Mkrtchyan, a celebrated Armenian soprano and People's Artist of Armenia, has died at age 84. Born in Sevan in 1942, Mkrtchyan trained at the Romanos Melikyan Music College and Komitas State Conservatory in Yerevan. She became the first performer of songs by prominent Armeni
Iranian Vice President Meets Pashinyan on Infrastructure Projects
Iranian Vice President and Pashinyan Discuss Infrastructure and Road Construction Projects
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received a delegation led by Iranian Vice President to discuss infrastructure and road construction initiatives. The meeting, held in Yerevan, focused on potential collaborative projects between Armenia and Iran in transportation and development sec
Two powerful earthquakes strike Venezuela, killing at least 235
Rescuers search rubble for survivors as Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 235
Two successive earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, killing at least 235 people and injuring more than 4,300. A 7.2-magnitude quake was followed seconds later by a stronger 7.5-magnitude temblor, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Both quakes occurred at shall
Guide to Identifying Authentic Armenian Carpets
Five ways to identify Armenian carpets
The Armenian Weekly published a practical guide for distinguishing genuine Armenian carpets from pieces mislabeled as Anatolian, Caucasian, or Azerbaijani at international auctions and museums. The article outlines five identification methods. The Armenian double knot—a distincti
Aurora Prize Laureate Extends Funding to Global Humanitarians
Aurora Prize Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege Extends Funding Support for Local Humanitarians
Dr. Denis Mukwege, laureate of the $1 million Aurora Prize, is directing additional funding support to other humanitarian workers around the world. The Aurora Prize operates as a participatory grant program, with laureates receiving a portion of the award directly while reallocat
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.
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Animated Film Brings Armenian Epic 'Mher' Into Modern Era
“Little Mher” brings Armenian epic into AI Age
An 80-minute animated feature film titled "Little Mher" premiered May 31 in Yerevan, adapting the legendary hero from the Armenian national epic "Daredevils of Sassoun" for contemporary audiences. Rather than retelling the traditional story, the film imagines Mher emerging from t
Israeli FM Proposes Official Recognition of Armenian Genocide
Israeli FM to propose resolution to officially recognize the Armenian Genocide
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar plans to introduce a cabinet resolution Sunday formally recognizing the Armenian Genocide, according to reporting by The Times of Israel. The proposal condemns what it characterizes as an "organized campaign of denial and minimization" of the
Unibank and Vanq Charity Fund Support Wheelchair Basketball in Yerevan
Unibank and "Vanq" Charity Fund Support Wheelchair Basketball Exhibition Game in Yerevan
Unibank has partnered with the Vanq Charity Fund to support a wheelchair basketball exhibition game in Yerevan, demonstrating the bank's commitment to social responsibility initiatives. The collaboration reflects Unibank's ongoing dedication to implementing impactful community pr