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Areni-1 Cave: Prehistoric Life and Winemaking in the Arpa River Valley, a Candidate for the UNESCO List
As Armenia joins the World Heritage Committee, a new application has been submitted to the tentative list.
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Patronymic in the Armenian Passport: What Changes Under the New Law
A new law in Armenia has divided the data between the passport and the identity card. The patronymic and the social services number will remain only on the card.
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The Armenian Church Weighs In on Halloween
A priest of the Armenian Apostolic Church explains why the celebration of Halloween gives cause for concern, and describes how the Church proposes to strengthen its own traditions.
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Music from the Twilight Saga to Be Performed in Yerevan
In early November, the Mystery Ensemble will perform compositions from the films at the Komitas Chamber Music House, in arrangements for strings and piano.
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Water Supply in Gyumri Cut Off After Main Pipeline Accident
Residents of Gyumri have been left without running water. Repair crews are working through the night to deal with the consequences of the accident.
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From the Moscow Art Theatre to Hollywood: The Story of Akim Tamiroff, the First Armenian Actor Nominated for an Oscar
He studied under Stanislavski and did not speak English when he decided to stay in the United States. Over his Hollywood career, Akim Tamiroff appeared in more than 140 films and was twice nominated for an Academy Award.
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Gold and a Coin of Octavian Augustus Found in an Armenian Tomb
At the ancient city of Metsamor, archaeologists have uncovered a burial site that was used for some fifteen hundred years, from the Bronze Age to the time of the Roman Empire.
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Cash or Card in Georgia: How Much Money to Carry and How to Pay
In Tbilisi, you can pay by card almost everywhere, but outside the city, cash is indispensable. Here is how to avoid mistakes with currency exchange, how many lari to keep in your wallet, and how not to lose money on fees.
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Yerevan to Discuss Armenia's Wine Revolution and Zero-Waste Living with Vahe Baluyan
Ground Zero café will host an evening with restaurateur Vahe Baluyan, whose initiatives helped turn Saryan Street into the country's "wine street."
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Wizz Air will fly from Yerevan to the Netherlands three times a week
The airline Wizz Air has launched a direct service between the Armenian capital and the city of Eindhoven.
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A Small Concert Hall Will Open at the Alexander Spendiaryan National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet
A new stage is set to open at the Alexander Spendiaryan National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Yerevan, in the premises once occupied by the Opera Club for many years.
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Yerevan to Switch to Electric Buses and Allocate Dedicated Lanes for Them
City authorities intend to make public transport the most convenient way to get around, in order to tackle traffic jams that the prime minister called a crisis a year ago.
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Armenian Actor Samvel Tadevosyan Receives Golden Globe Award in Tashkent
At the ceremony in Uzbekistan, the actor appeared in a suit by Armenian designer Narek Jangiryan.
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School Students from Armenia Win World Robotics Olympiad
A team from Gyumri took first place at an international competition in Croatia. The students presented a robot that scans printed text and converts it into audio or video for people with visual impairments.
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A New Green Zone Is to Appear in Yerevan
City authorities have announced plans to create a new green zone and have promised to give advance notice of tree planting.
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Armenia to Quadruple Fine for Double Parking
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has proposed tougher penalties for traffic violations that lead to congestion in the capital.
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Russian Payment System Letim, Used by Russians in Turkey, Is Shutting Down
The service will stop operating on November 30. The company explained how the money remaining in accounts can be returned.
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Armenia Abolishes Special Residence Permit for Foreigners
From 1 November 2026, foreign nationals of Armenian origin will no longer be able to apply for a special ten-year residence permit. Instead, they will be able to apply for permanent status, which is issued for five years.
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Placido Domingo to Perform in Yerevan at Evening in Memory of Tenor Gegam Grigorian
The National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Armenia will host a concert marking the 75th anniversary of the singer's birth. Taking the stage will be his children, friends and colleagues, including stars of the international opera world.
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Youth Centre With Drone-Piloting Club Opens in Armenian Village of Ozun
An ancient village in northern Armenia has acquired a space for informal education. Here, residents will be taught digital technologies and artificial intelligence in an effort to keep young people from moving to the big cities.
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Currency Exchange at Zvartnots Airport: How Much to Change and Where to Avoid Losing on the Rate
Having landed in Yerevan, travelers must decide where to exchange their money: at Zvartnots Airport or in the city. The answer depends on where exactly one goes within the airport. The difference in rates between the exchange booths by customs and the bank branches in the arrivals hall can be substantial.
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Yerevan Uncovers VIP Taxi Scam
A Yerevan company was selling membership cards for taxi services, promising free rides in premium-class cars and high returns. In the end, 14 people lost almost 8.5 million drams.
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The Acropolis Museum in Athens to Showcase Armenia's History from the Stone Age to Christianity
The Historical Museum of Armenia is sending more than 170 objects from its collection to Greece. The exhibition "Ancient Armenia" will open on November 19 and run until spring 2027.
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Treasures from the Historical Museum of Armenia Go on Display in Nicosia
The Byzantine Museum in the Cypriot capital is showing objects that illuminate the spiritual and cultural history of the Armenian people. The exhibition will run for six months.
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Yerevan to Host Conference on Folk Art and Crafts
The Hovhannes Sharambeyan Yerevan Museum of Folk Art invites researchers to a scholarly conference on preserving traditions and their place in the modern world.
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Yerevan to Combine Wine Festival with Folk Music Concert
On Saturday, a celebration of Armenian winemaking and cuisine will take place on Northern Avenue, accompanied by performances from well-known musicians and dance ensembles.
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A Lesson for the Whole Country: How Armenia Hopes to Save Nature Through Education
On the eve of an international biodiversity conference in Armenia, a large educational campaign is being launched. Its organisers hope that knowledge will help preserve the country's nature, and point to the famous Sevan trout, two subspecies of which are already considered extinct.
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Two Dozen Hot-Air Balloons to Fill the Skies of Armenia
From 6 to 11 October 2026, the country will host the eighth international ballooning festival, "Discover Armenia from the Skies." Twenty hot-air balloons from Armenia and other countries will take part.
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The Vardanyan Brothers Circus Brings "Voyage" to Armenia
Guinness World Records holders and winners of "Minute of Glory" will present the programme in Armenian cities. The show features acrobats, illusionists, and the brothers themselves in the arena.
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Tbilisi Opens Exhibition of Armenian Avant-Garde Artist Yervand Kochar
A retrospective of the artist, who worked in Tiflis, Paris and Yerevan, is timed to the 35th anniversary of Armenia's independence. It also features works by a contemporary sculptor inspired by the master's art.
