400 Participate in 20th Walkathon for Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry in Glendale

A scene from the ABMDR Walkathon Photo by Aleko Boghoskhanian) LOS ANGELES — Close to 400 supporters converged on the plaza of the Glendale City building, in Glendale on Saturday, October 4 to participate in the 20th annual Walk of Life, the...

Struggle for nation`s future, not for power in Armenia - David  Ananyan 

ArmInfo.The struggle in Armenia is not for power, but for the future of the nation and the state. Former Chairman of the RA State Revenue Committee David Ananyan wrote this on his Facebook account. "We began by promoting unity because we believe...

Together for Sevan: FAO Armenia Staff Join Efforts to protect Armenia’s “Blue Jewel”

Lake Sevan, often referred to as the “blue jewel of Armenia,” is the country’s largest freshwater reservoir and one of the most significant high-altitude lakes in the world. It is living ecosystem, a source of food and livelihoods, and a symbol of...

First Genetically Confirmed Case of Familial Mediterranean Fever in Somalia: A Case Report and Diagnostic Challenges in Resource-Limited Setting

Introduction Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF 249100) is a hereditary autoinflammatory disorder that typically manifests in childhood or early adulthood.1 It is characterized by recurrent episodes of fever, polyarthralgia, erythematous skin...

Celebrities: Death in September 2025

Dhimitër Anagnosti, 89, Albanian film director (The Return of the Dead Army, Përralle Nga e Kaluara) and politician, minister of culture (1992–1994) and MP (1991–1996). Jimmy Bone, 75, Scottish football player (Partick Thistle, St Mirren) and...

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 6-10 October, 2025

● Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze threatened participants of the protests on Rustaveli Avenue. “Let them wait for our systematic and methodical steps. We will not allow 100 or 150 people to mock a country of four million. When a...

US embassy staff ‘where possible’ attend trials of Armenians in Baku

US monitors trials of Armenians in Baku Armenian human rights defenders have long warned the international community about the alarming situation of Armenians held in Azerbaijani prisons. They claim the detainees are in “complete isolation”, with...

ATOP MeaningfulWorld and ABSA partner for mission in Armenia and Georgia

We join forces to nurture sustainable collaboration with Armenia for trauma healing, human rights education, transforming domestic, horizontal, collective and generational trauma, nurturing emotional intelligence, establishing Psi Chi honor...

Focus on mental health and well-being on Minister for Health and Social Affairs’ visit to New York

“We must address the major challenges of our time – mental ill health, loneliness, physical inactivity and unhealthy living habits – with forceful measures. By prioritising preventive efforts, we improve both physical and mental health. It’s clear...

Armenia ranks 57th in Economic Complexity Index

ArmInfo.A stable raw materials-based export development model has emerged in the Eurasian region (Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan). The region's industry is characterized by: insufficient and uneven...

Governor Newsom signs AB 91 to include Armenian-Americans in California demographic reporting

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 91, The MENA Inclusion Act, into law, reports Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region (ANCA-WR). Authored by Assemblymember John Harabedian, Chair of the California Armenian...

Dubai Organic Expo 2025 Ignites the Future of Sustainable Innovation

The Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo — the region’s largest and most influential platform for organic, natural, and sustainable products — returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from November 17–19, 2025, ushering in a bold new...

An Armenian family moved to South Carolina to live out the American dream. Then ICE arrested

CHARLESTON — Garik Mkrtchyan moved his family to the Lowcountry from Armenia in 2022 in search of the American dream. He started his own business, and his wife, Anahit Sirunyan, found a good office job with a commercial shipping company. They took...

These 12 Central Florida restaurants were closed last week over health concerns

No one likes dealing with roaches or rodents. (KPRC) Last week, a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were told to close temporarily after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR. Health inspection records reveal that...

Armenian leadership ordered to fire ballistic missiles in Ganja [PHOTOS]

The open court hearing in the criminal cases against citizens of the Republic of Armenia — Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Gukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan and others — who are accused of committing crimes...

Without comprehensive reforms, UN faces crisis of confidence: Rajnath Singh

Without comprehensive reforms, UN faces crisis of confidence: Rajnath Singh New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday reflected on the crying need for reforms in the UN, adding that the international body in its current form faces a...

Yerevan must turn into regional educational and medical center -  Samvel Karapetyan 

ArmInfo.Ahead of Yerevan Day, businessman Samvel Karapetyan, head of the Tashir Group of Companies, delivered his latest message "from the depths" of the National Security Service. This time, the businessman addressed comfort, the environment, and...

A robot programmed to act like a 7-year-old girl works to combat fear and loneliness in hospitals

Days after Meagan Brazil-Sheehan’s 6-year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia, they were walking down the halls of UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center when they ran into Robin the Robot. “Luca, how are you?” it asked in a high-pitched voice...

Armenian authorities preparing essential changes in submission of  individual income statements - MP

ArmInfo.Armenian authorities are preparing significant changes to the process for individuals to submit income declarations. Acting Chairman of the National Assembly Committee on Economic Affairs Babken Tunyan announced this on his Facebook page....

AWWA announces $100,000 Grant to support Armenian elder care programs in Boston

BOSTON, Mass. — Armenian Women’s Welfare Association (AWWA) announced the launch of a new competitive grant funding program today, designed to improve the quality of life for Armenian elders in the Boston area. With up to $100,000 available, this...