10-Year-Old Armenian Chess Star Sofia Baghramyan Wins European Silver
Armenia’s Sofia Baghramyan captured the silver medal in the girls under-10 rapid competition at the European Youth Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship. The championship was held in Rzeszów, Poland, where Baghramyan finished with 7.5 points from nine rounds. Her performance also earned her a 189-point increase in her rapid chess rating. The result came after Baghramyan had already claimed a bronze medal earlier in the tournament, giving the young Armenian two podium finishes at
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European Union Sends Demining Machines to Help Clear Minefields in Armenia
The European Union has delivered two specialized remote-controlled demining vehicles to Armenia, providing new technology to help clear landmines from hazardous areas that continue to threaten communities near the country's borders. The Armenian government said the Croatian-built machines are capable of clearing all types of mines while operating remotely, allowing crews to work from a safer distance. The vehicles are also designed to withstand powerful explosions, reducing r
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Humanitarian Mission Planned for Armenian Detainees in Azerbaijan Seeks International Support
A planned humanitarian mission to Armenian detainees in Azerbaijan has entered a new phase after the wife of imprisoned Armenian businessman and former Artsakh State Minister Ruben Vardanyan formally appealed to international organizations and government leaders for support. In a new public statement, Zonabend said she has formally asked several international and state institutions to support the planned women's delegation to Baku. She said the initiative is humanitarian in n
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Armenian American Louie Zakarian Earns 19th Emmy Nomination After 27 Years Leading ‘Saturday Night Live’ Makeup
Armenian American makeup artist Louie Zakarian has earned his 19th Emmy nomination for his work on Saturday Night Live, further cementing a career that has made him one of television's most accomplished makeup artists. Zakarian was nominated for Outstanding Makeup for a Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Program for the Saturday Night Live episode hosted by Bad Bunny. He shares the nomination with key makeup artist Jason Milani. The latest recognition brings Zakarian's career tot
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