Envoy: Germany deems Armenia reliable partner
RA Minister hailed Armenian-German defense cooperation, voicing confidence for its further development.
1st look of Amma Asante’s “Belle” period drama unveiled
The project is billed as a tale of passion and romance; it tells the story of a mixed–race girl raised as an aristocratic lady in 18th century England.
Amanda Seyfried, Patrick Dempsey join “Wonderful Tonight” comedy
Wonderful Tonight follows a one-night stand that not only leads to a baby but a stand-off between the two sudden parents.
"Game of Thrones" among Hollywood Post Alliance Awards winners
While "Avengers" won the Outstanding Compositing gong, "The Iron Lady" grabbed the Outstanding Color Grading prize.
“Breaking Dawn Part 2" features Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner
In the clip, a newly vamp-ified Bella Swan (Stewart) cautions hunky vampire Jacob Black (Lautner) to keep his distance.
Daniel Radcliffe to star in Bulgakov-based “Young Doctor's Notebook”
"Mad Men" actor Hamm portrays a post-WWI doctor, who has "a series of bleakly comic exchanges with his younger self."
“Salvador Fest” intellectual festival closes in Yerevan
Armenian Youth Foundation will host the final stage of the “Salvador Fest” intellectual festival on November 3,
Paper: STAR supermarket network on sale
STAR supermarket network owner Gevorg Afandyan is selling the markets due to the debts, Zhoghovurd daily says.
Jamie Foxx in talks to star as villain in “Amazing Spider-Man” sequel
The follow-up is slated for a May 2, 2014 release and reunites director Marc Webb with stars Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone.
Lionsgate nabs “Hellbenders” horror comedy
The movie follows the exploits of a team of lewd and blasphemous ministers who live in a constant state of debauchery.
Showtime to premiere “Roman Polanski: Odd Man Out” documentary
The new film follows up on "Wanted and Desired," will recount the controversial director's 2009 arrest at the Zurich Film Festival.
Weekly digest of foreign currency deals
From October 22-28, AMD loans granted by banks totaled 36.6 bln., while USD loans amounted to 46.7 mln.
Armenian travel agencies to participate in World Travel Market
National Competitiveness Foundation of Armenia and 11 RA travel agencies will participate in World Travel Market.
33 bankers, government officials arrested in Romania
Prosecutors interviewed 100 people and raided some 50 homes and offices in Bucharest, Giurgiu and Calarasi.
Colin Firth, Michael Fassbender to star in "Genius"
Based on "Max Perkins: Editor of Genius" bio, the film tells the story of the relationship between Thomas Wolfe and editor Max Perkins.
Video showing Syrian rebels killing soldiers war crime: UN
“Like other videos of this sort, it's difficult to verify immediately in terms of location, who's involved,” Rupert Colville said.
Bomb threat in CNN building proves false
Police say bomb detection crews swept the building and the adjacent Omni Hotel as a precaution but did not find anything.
Business misappropriation standard practice in Armenia - paper
Paper: to take a business away from its owner, a person is found to divulge data on the company’s business transactions.
CBA chief to participate in Basel 3 Seminar
Arthur Javadyan will participate in Basel 3 Seminar on banking supervision to be held November 2-4 in Vienna.
Ex-PM refuses to comment on ANC member’s remarks
Hrant Bagratyan refused to comment on David Shahnazaryan’s statement, claiming ANC ceased existence as a separate force.
Protest rally staged outside Yerevan Court of Appeal
The court is hosting a session over a complaint filed by the attorneys of Armenian National Congress opposition bloc’s activists.
iPad Mini prices jacked up three times in Russia
New devices generally appear on the Russian "gray market" within hours of the start of sales in official release locations.
USD market average rate totals AMD 405,96 Nov 2
The market average rate of USD on November 2 totaled AMD 405,96 increasing by 0.44 point compared to Nov. 1.
Anti-cult center head: Oskanian got charity funding from Mormon
Alexander Amaryan says people, once seriously involved in destructive sects, are now in psychiatric hospitals.
Armenian youth demands legislative change to counter sects
“Armenia lists 350 000 sectarians, with 120 000 of them members of destructive sects,” Alexander Amaryan said.
Ex-PM unaware of ANC leader’s plans on presidency
“Ter-Petrossian is an acceptable candidate for us. However, I can say nothing about his decision,” Hrant Bagratyan said.
Prosperous Armenia agrees to back Serzh Sargsyan, paper says
Prosperous Armenia members estimated the probability of backing Sargsyan at 60%, according to a daily.
Orinats Yekir, Communist Party of China agree to cooperate
Orinats Yekir hosted a sitting of a political council led by the party’s leader Artur Baghdasaryan on Thursday, November 1.
Top UN human rights official slams China over Tibet protests
Pillay “urged Chinese authorities to promptly address the longstanding grievances that have led to an alarming escalation.”
Israel's opposition party may secure spot in parliament - poll
Kadima, which emerged as the largest party in the Knesset after the last election in 2009, has been slipping gradually in polls.
Lara: I’m going to make Martirosyan pay for his disrespect
“I’ve worked hard my entire life to get into position to fight for a world championship and Martirosyan stands in my way,” Lara said.
Robert Hovhannisyan 5th after Chigorin Memorial round 6
Hovhannisyan and Akopian have gained 5 points each to be placed 5th and 10th; Andriasian has scored 4,5 points.
Another Armenian killed in Aleppo
According to Armenian Foreign Ministry spokesman Tigran Balayan, George Kabbanjyan, 22, was killed in a sniper attack.
Heritage leader officially announces decision to run for president
“Regardless of election results, Heritage will continue struggle to bring victory to people,” Raffi Hovannisian said.
Lawyers file motion to dismiss Megaupload case
In their latest filing they complain that the government has denied their client the opportunity to mount a fair defense.
Armenian to submit NPP stress-test results to EU in May 2013
“New technical safety provision regulations will be submitted to the government next week,” Ashot Martirosyan said.
Major banks told they need to hold more extra capital
The four will need to hold 2.5% of common equity as a percentage of assets, on top of the new 7% buffer generally recommended.
French TV airs documentary on Armenian Khatchkars
A screening of another film, Origins of Armenian Church and History of Early Ages has been scheduled for December 30.
Romanian govt. likely to win Dec 9 election – poll
The populist party of media tycoon Dan Diaconescu - who advocates steep tax cuts - was third with 14.9 percent.
32-inch TV panels shortage expected in 2013
Due to peak demand for LCD TVs in the fourth quarter, prices for 32-, 39-, 40- and 46-inch TV panels are expected to rise.
Migrants to ask Moscow Mayor to ban nationalist march
The signatories feel that the Russian March, and the ideology its organizers promote could exacerbate inter-ethnic tensions.
Obama Secret Service agent found dead in apparent suicide
Max Milien, a spokesman for the Secret Service, said the agent's death was being investigated by the District of Columbia police.
VivaCell-MTS offers new modem price to subscribers
The “MTS Connect E353” modem provides up to 21.6 Mbps speed for download and 5.76 Mbps for upload.
Microsoft reportedly testing its own smartphone design
Earlier this year, the company was said that the company would be releasing its own smartphone alongside Windows Phone 8.
Late Turkish President probably poisoned - daily
The report was ordered in response to the suspicions of Özal's family and friends about his death and a subsequent investigation.
UK court rules Apple must re-write Samsung case statement
Judge Robin Jacob told Apple's lawyer he did not believe that it would be difficult to post a new statement on the website.
Facebook testing WiFi hotspot service for local businesses
Facebook confirmed that it's rolled out the "small test with a few local businesses," but didn't mention any names.
U.S. jobless rate rises as employers step up hiring slightly
That would be up from 114,000 in September, but would fall short of what is needed to quickly cut the jobless rate.
4 Armenian servicemen killed in road accident
As Defense Ministry spokesman Artsrun Hovhannisyan said, those injured are being transported to Yerevan.
130 people believed drowned off Bangladesh
The fishermen also reportedly found six bodies, including two women, who they believe to be victims of the boat accident.