'Anora' starring Armenian actors wins Best Picture at Oscars

'Anora' starring Armenian actors wins Best Picture at Oscars

March 3, 2025 - 12:21 AMT  08:21 GMT
Armenian actors Karen Karagulian and Vache Tovmasyan star in 'Anora,' which won five Oscars, including Best Picture, at the 97th Academy Awards.
Minas Avetisyan’s

Minas Avetisyan’s "Sleeping Woman" auctioned for over $38,000

February 24, 2025 - 16:04 AMT  12:04 GMT
The painting by renowned Armenian artist Minas Avetisyan was the highlight of a Moscow auction, fetching a significant price and attracting art collectors’ attention.
Bvik and Idram пromote love of reading

Bvik and Idram пromote love of reading

February 19, 2025 - 12:36 AMT  08:36 GMT
As part of the book-filled month of February, the Bvik initiative summarized the results of the "Flight on the Wings of a Book" reading competition.
World-renowned pianist captivates Armenian audience

World-renowned pianist captivates Armenian audience

February 17, 2025 - 18:47 AMT  14:47 GMT
Dmitry Masleev, a globally acclaimed pianist and winner of prestigious awards, including the first prize at the 15th Tchaikovsky International Competition, mesmerized Armenian music lovers.
Parg to represent Armenia at Eurovision 2025

Parg to represent Armenia at Eurovision 2025

February 17, 2025 - 11:41 AMT  07:41 GMT
Armenia selected Parg for Eurovision 2025 after a competitive national final. The singer promises to bring "double the energy" to the stage in Basel.
Ministry seeks refund from 'Doping Space' for Snoop Dogg's canceled concert

Ministry seeks refund from 'Doping Space' for Snoop Dogg's canceled concert

February 13, 2025 - 18:49 AMT  14:49 GMT
The Ministry of Education is awaiting a response from 'Doping Space' regarding the refund for Snoop Dogg's canceled concert.
Snoop Dogg refunds payment for canceled Yerevan concert

Snoop Dogg refunds payment for canceled Yerevan concert

February 13, 2025 - 11:50 AMT  07:50 GMT
The rapper fully refunded the fee he received for the planned 2023 concert in Yerevan, which was ultimately canceled, according to authorities.
Yerevan hosts Indian film festival

Yerevan hosts Indian film festival

February 10, 2025 - 17:42 AMT  13:42 GMT
Yerevan launched an Indian film festival dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Raj Kapoor. The event features film screenings and a photo exhibition honoring his legacy.
‘Anora’ wins top honors at PGA and DGA Awards

‘Anora’ wins top honors at PGA and DGA Awards

February 10, 2025 - 11:33 AMT  07:33 GMT
These accolades are considered strong indicators for potential success at the upcoming Academy Awards.
12 singers to compete to represent Armenia at Eurovision

12 singers to compete to represent Armenia at Eurovision

February 7, 2025 - 11:50 AMT  07:50 GMT
Armenia's Eurovision selection show, Depi Evratesil, will feature 12 contestants. The competition will take place on February 16, with songs revealed on February 9.
Baghdad’s Armenian church undergoing renovation

Baghdad’s Armenian church undergoing renovation

February 4, 2025 - 18:22 AMT  14:22 GMT
The Armenian Apostolic cathedral in Baghdad is undergoing restoration, preserving its historical significance for Iraq’s Armenian community.
Armenia to selects Eurovision 2025 song via public vote

Armenia to selects Eurovision 2025 song via public vote

February 3, 2025 - 12:56 AMT  08:56 GMT
Armenia’s Eurovision 2025 entry will be decided through the national selection contest Depi Evratesil, with the winner determined by public SMS voting.
U.S. hosts cultural event honoring Sergei Parajanov

U.S. hosts cultural event honoring Sergei Parajanov

February 1, 2025 - 14:16 AMT  10:16 GMT
The Armenian Embassy in the U.S. hosted a cultural event honoring Sergei Parajanov, whose name was included in UNESCO’s 2024-2025 anniversary calendar.
Greek Air News names Yerevan a top travel surprise

Greek Air News names Yerevan a top travel surprise

January 31, 2025 - 18:53 AMT  14:53 GMT
The Greek travel magazine Air News urges tourists to visit Yerevan now, calling it one of the year’s most surprising destinations.
Аrmenian heritage being erased in occupied Artsakh

Аrmenian heritage being erased in occupied Artsakh

January 31, 2025 - 18:39 AMT  14:39 GMT
Reports indicate that even elementary school math problems in occupied Artsakh are designed to fuel hatred against Armenians.
Armenian cultural figures oppose transport fare hike

Armenian cultural figures oppose transport fare hike

January 30, 2025 - 11:42 AMT  07:42 GMT
More than 100 artists, musicians, and intellectuals have called on Yerevan residents to boycott the planned increase in public transport fares starting February 1.
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