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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.
Trump Suggests Iran Could Attack Los Angeles and San Diego
Trump suggests allowing Iran to “take out” LA and San Diego during campaign rally
President Trump drew criticism from California officials after suggesting during a Nebraska campaign rally that Iran be allowed to attack Los Angeles and San Diego. "They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego," Trump said, calling it "a s
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Visits Matenadaran
“I Could Spend an Entire Day at Matenadaran”: U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Visits Matenadaran
Riley Barnes, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, visited Yerevan's Matenadaran, Armenia's ancient manuscript repository, according to reporting from Massis Post. During the visit, Barnes praised the institution, stating he could spend an ent
Armenia-UK Business Forum launches with gala concert in Yerevan
Armenia-UK Business Forum opens with gala concert in Yerevan
Armenia's Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan attended a gala concert marking the opening of the Armenia-United Kingdom Business Forum in Yerevan on October 5-6. The forum brings together business leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators fr
Soprano Isabel Bayrakdarian Performs in Fresno
Soprano Isabel Bayrakdarian in Concert in Fresno on October 30th
Internationally acclaimed soprano Isabel Bayrakdarian will perform in Fresno on October 30th in a concert titled "Ancestral Songs, Prayers & Lullabies: An Evening of Music, Memory, and Live." The program features music that explores themes of heritage, spirituality, and cultural
Armenia Outlines Economic Growth Plans at UK Business Forum
TRIPP implementation to be a cornerstone for transforming Armenia’s and region’s economic environment – Pashinyan
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan told participants at the Armenia-UK Business Forum 2026 in Yerevan that implementation of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) will be central to transforming Armenia's economy and the broader region's business environment.
Armenia Deploys New School Buses for Regional Schools
Armenia Introduces New School Buses to Transport Students to Newly Built Regional Schools
Armenia has acquired new school buses to transport students attending newly constructed regional schools across the country. The initiative aims to improve student access to educational facilities in outlying areas and support the government's school infrastructure expansion prog
Armenia's Anti-Corruption Court Faces Infrastructure Challenges
Choking on Dust to Recover Billions: The Dilapidated Road to Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Court
Armenia's newly established anti-corruption court is operating amid deteriorating infrastructure conditions, according to reporting by Hetq. The court, tasked with recovering billions in assets allegedly misappropriated through corruption, is hampered by poor physical conditions
Russian Official Warns Armenia Against Following Ukraine Path
Medvedev Warns Armenia Against Becoming a “New Ukraine”
Dmitry Medvedev, a senior Russian official, has cautioned Armenia against pursuing policies that could lead to outcomes similar to Ukraine's experience, according to reporting from Massis Post. The warning reflects broader Russian geopolitical concerns regarding post-Soviet state
Jinishian Memorial Program celebrates 60 years with Yerevan expo
Jinishian Memorial Program marks 60 years with Yerevan expo
The Jinishian Memorial Program (JMP), a Presbyterian Church-administered organization founded in 1966, is marking six decades of service with a two-day business expo in Yerevan. "Youth Business Armenia" will showcase entrepreneurs across Armenian regions who have received JMP sup
French Ambassador Meets Armenian PM to Discuss Bilateral Ties
Pashinyan receives newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received newly appointed French Ambassador Florian Escudier on Monday, according to the Prime Minister's Office. Pashinyan congratulated Escudier on his appointment and emphasized the importance of strengthening Armenia-France strategic relations. D
Artist Reflects on Lifetime of Accidents Through Watercolor
Calamity Me
An Armenian Weekly contributor shares a personal essay reflecting on a lifetime of accidents, from childhood falls to adult mishaps. The author, a visual artist, created a watercolor painting titled "Calamity Me" depicting two childhood incidents at age 5: a fall from a second-fl
France and Turkey Block NATO Partnership Programs with Azerbaijan, Armenia
France and Turkey Block NATO Partnership Programs with Azerbaijan and Armenia — POLITICO
France and Turkey have blocked new NATO partnership programs involving Azerbaijan and Armenia, according to reporting by POLITICO. The move represents a significant diplomatic development affecting NATO's relationship with both South Caucasus nations. France's decision reflects o