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Armenian Musicians Shape American Arts Landscape
Armenian Arts in America: From pop icons to kef legends
Armenian artists have made significant contributions to American music across multiple genres, according to a feature examining the community's influence on U.S. arts. The article profiles prominent performers including Harout Pamboukjian, known for blending Armenian folk traditi
Vardanyan's Wife Seeks Access Visit After 100 Days
Ruben Vardanyan’s Wife Again Appeals to Pashinyan, Azerbaijan’s Human Rights Commissioner to Organize Baku Visit
Ruben Vardanyan's wife has again appealed to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijan's Human Rights Commissioner to facilitate a family visit to the detained businessman. Vardanyan has been held in Azerbaijan's Umbaki penitentiary complex since September 2023 witho
Yerevan Ararat Factory Placed Under State Administration
Yerevan Ararat Brandy-Wine-Vodka Factory Placed Under State Administration
The Yerevan Ararat Brandy-Wine-Vodka Factory has been placed under state administration, according to reporting from Massis Post. The move involves the state taking control of shares previously held by private ownership. Ararat is one of Armenia's most recognized spirits brands i
Globalism and Communism: Competing Visions for Armenian Identity
Globalism, communism and Armenian national identity
An article from The Armenian Weekly examines how globalization and international ideologies affect Armenian national identity preservation. The piece compares liberal globalism and communist internationalism, noting both frameworks share universalist outlooks and skepticism towar
Van Ardi Winery Launches New Wines and Club
Van Ardi, One of Armenia’s Premier Boutique Estates, Launches Three New Wines and Wine Club
Van Ardi Winery, a boutique estate in Armenia, has unveiled three new wines and a wine club membership program. The releases—Van Ardi Bazalt, Tor-Tori Rosé, and Tor-Tori Reserve—were announced at the "From Tradition to Innovation" launch event held at the winery's Sasunik locatio
Armenia and Iran Discuss Strategic Relations, Infrastructure Projects
Armenia and Iran Discuss Strategic Relations and Infrastructure Projects
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister to discuss bilateral strategic relations and infrastructure development initiatives between the two neighboring nations. The discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and exploring colla
Notations International Music Festival Brings 111 Artists to Yerevan
Yerevan to host 111 artists from 27 countries at Notations International Festival
Yerevan will host the Notations International Music Festival on August 1-2, drawing 111 artists, musicians, and researchers from 27 countries to showcase contemporary music, sound art, and interdisciplinary projects. The two-day event will feature daytime programming at the State
Armenian MP's Home Searched in Money Laundering Investigation
Armenian MP Narek Karapetyan’s home searched in money laundering, rally coercion probe
Law enforcement in Armenia searched the residence of National Assembly member Narek Karapetyan of the Strong Armenia party on Friday as part of a criminal investigation into money laundering and rally coercion allegations. Armenia's Investigative Committee said the search was con
How Armenian-American Communities Built Enduring Institutions
The loss of community churches: Prosperity has a price
An Armenian Weekly article traces the formation of Armenian-American community infrastructure in the early 20th century, using the Indian Orchard, Massachusetts community as a case study. The article describes how Armenian immigrants initially arrived as single men seeking work i
Armenian FM Meets Outgoing French Ambassador Decottignies
Armenian FM receives outgoing French Ambassador Olivier Decottignies
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan received French Ambassador Olivier Decottignies as the diplomat concluded his diplomatic mission in Armenia. During the meeting, both officials acknowledged the extensive bilateral cooperation undertaken in recent years, which has contrib
Azerbaijan's Land Claims Extend Beyond Armenia to Neighbors
Armenia isn’t the only target of Azerbaijani land claims
Azerbaijan has pursued territorial claims against multiple neighboring countries beyond Armenia, according to analysis in The Armenian Weekly. Baku has long asserted claims to regions in Georgia, including the Davit Gareji Monastery Complex, and to areas in Russia's Dagestan Repu
Armenian Football Club Noah Advances in UEFA Conference League
UEFA Conference League: Noah Advances to Third Qualifying Round
Noah, the Armenian Cup and Super Cup holders, advanced to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League on July 30. The Yerevan-based club secured progression in European club football's third-tier competition organized by UEFA. The Conference League, established in 20