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Armenia Strengthens Laws Against Child Sexual Abuse
Armenia to Expand Child Sexual Abuse Liability; ECHR Says Country's Current Laws Are Inadequate
Armenia's Ministry of Justice is moving to expand criminal liability for sexual crimes against children, particularly in cases involving authority figures. The proposed legislation would tighten penalties when abuse is committed by employees of educational, medical, or care insti
Pashinyan warns trade disputes threaten EAEU stability
Pashinyan warns unresolved trade dispute with Armenia could mark ‘beginning of the end’ for EAEU
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has warned that unresolved trade restrictions affecting Armenian exports could destabilize the Eurasian Economic Union, calling the issue a bloc-wide problem rather than one affecting Armenia alone. Speaking after a phone conversation with Russian P
US Walks Out of UN Security Council Meeting with France
US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France’s remarks
The United States delegation walked out of a UN Security Council meeting Monday in protest of remarks by France comparing American voting on human rights to that of authoritarian states. The diplomatic dispute stems from Friday's vote on extending Volker Turk's term as UN High Co
Armenian Shooting Team Wins Nine Medals at World Championships
Armenian Shooting Team Wins Nine Medals Including Five Golds at Running Target World Championships
Armenia's national shooting team achieved notable success at the Running Target World Championships held in Tallinn, capturing nine medals, including five gold medals. The competition is a premier international event for running target shooting, a precision sport requiring shoote
Johnson & Johnson Offers $5.5 Billion Talc Lawsuit Settlement
Johnson & Johnson offers up to $5.5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has proposed a settlement of up to $5.5 billion to resolve approximately 76,000 lawsuits alleging that its talc-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer. The New Jersey-based healthcare company denies the allegations are valid, stating they are "meritless," but a
Armenia and Iran to Establish Joint Energy Working Group
Iran and Armenia to Establish Joint Energy Working Group
Armenia's Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khudatyan met with Iranian officials in Tehran to discuss establishing a joint energy working group between the two countries. The initiative aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation on energy matters, a si
Pashinyan and Macron Discuss Armenia-France Partnership
Nikol Pashinyan and Emmanuel Macron Discuss Armenia–France Strategic Partnership
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss strengthening the strategic partnership between Armenia and France. The specifics of their discussion were not fully detailed in available reporting, though such
Putin and Aliyev Reaffirm Russia-Azerbaijan Cooperation
Putin, Aliyev discuss bilateral ties, reaffirm commitment to expanding cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev discussed bilateral relations and international matters during a phone call, according to a Kremlin statement. The leaders reviewed current issues on both bilateral and international agendas, emphasizing what
Armenian Heritage Park Celebrates Immigration and Resilience in Boston
Armenian Heritage Park: A living tribute through public art
Armenian Heritage Park, located on Boston's Rose Kennedy Greenway between Faneuil Hall and the North End, serves as a public art installation and gathering space honoring Armenian heritage and the broader immigrant experience. Dedicated in 2012, the park features an iconic abstra
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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COAF Hosts Horizon Festival With International Electronic Artists
COAF Helps Bring International Electronic Artists to Armenia for Fundraising Festival
The Collective for Armenia's Future (COAF) has organized Horizon Festival, bringing international electronic music artists to Armenia for a fundraising event across the Armenian countryside. The festival aims to combine cultural programming with charitable fundraising efforts. By
Pashinyan and Putin Discuss Armenia-Russia Economic Relations
Nikol Pashinyan and Vladimir Putin Discuss Problems in Armenia–Russia Economic Relations
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin to address concerns in Armenia-Russia economic relations, according to Massis Post. The call represents ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two leaders on bilateral economic m
Russian Migration Drives Sharp Rise in Yerevan Rents
Russians drive surge in Yerevan rental demand
Rental demand in Yerevan has surged among Russian nationals, pushing housing prices up approximately 30 percent over the past three months, according to local real estate agents cited by independent media outlet Verstka. Real estate specialists report that around 80 percent of cu