The Armenian Mirror-Spectator
WEBSociety for Armenian Studies to Mark 50th Anniversary with an International Conference. FRESNO — The Society for Armenian Studies (SAS) is set to celebrate a significant milestone, its 50th anniversary, with a three-day international conference at Harvard University and the National Association [...] Aurora Humanitarian Initiative August 22 ...
The Armenian Mirror-Spectator
WEBby. August 29, 2024. By Robert Zargarian YEREVAN (Azatutyun) — A 71-year-old resident of Yerevan is facing charges carrying up to two years in prison after hurling an apple towards Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan [...] Astronomy Astrophysics.
Edmond Y. Azadian - The Armenian Mirror-Spectator
WEBHe is a leader of the Armenian Democratic Liberal Party. Azadian has authored several books in Armenian and English, including Portraits and Profiles, Observations and Criticisms, and History on the Move; edited more than 21 books; and published over 1500 articles, book reviews, and essays in daily newspapers and literary magazines.
‘Armenia, My Home’ Premieres on PBS Stations Across the Country
WEBFeb 24, 2024 · NEW YORK —PBS is set to captivate audiences with the premiere of “Armenia, My Home,” a spectacular visual journey through Armenia, premiering February 27 on PBS (check local listings).From filmmaker Andrew Goldberg, the documentary promises viewers a breathtaking exploration of Armenia’s rich cultural tapestry, featuring stunning cinematography, striking archival photographs ...
Erdogan Continues to Anger Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh …
WEBAug 15, 2024 · STOCKHOLM (Nordic Monitor) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan drew Baku’s ire with his statements about Turkey’s role in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War, which concluded with Azerbaijan’s victory. Erdogan continues to leverage Turkey’s contribution for domestic political purposes. During a …
Elif Shafak: ‘As a Writer in Turkey, You Can Be Attacked, Put on …
WEBAug 15, 2024 · By Claire Armitstead LONDON (The Guardian) — In Elif Shafak’s latest novel, a single raindrop rises and falls through millennia. In Nineveh, in the seventh century BC, it lands on the scalp of Ashurbanipal, a king whose obsession with building a great library saves the Mesopotamian epic of Gilgamesh from destruction for blasphemy; in 19th-century Constantinople, it lands on Arthur, who has ...
Tribute to Guy Chookoorian, Voice of a Generation, Leaving …
WEBFeb 11, 2021 · The room explodes into uncontrollable laughter. The listeners are surprised and amused at the same time. Even the classical-music snob is a little impressed.
Racine Brings Back Armenian Picnic Season
WEBAug 12, 2021 · RACINE, WIS. — After a hiatus of two years, Armenian Picnic Season is back and in the Midwest, the storied community of Racine, Wisconsin, kicked it off this past weekend. Armenian Folk Dance Led By Ari Antreassian. Festival Goers Enjoying Themselves. Racine’s Rev. Avedis Kalayjian (right) with Der Andreas Garabedian of …
Obituary: Cecile Keshishian, Dedicated to Community Activism
WEBJun 1, 2024 · LOS ANGELES — Cecile Keshishian, known for her passion and activism for both the Armenian community and those less fortunate, died from pneumonia on May 27, 2024 in Los Angeles. Keshishian, née Simonian, was born on April 30, 1934 in Antioch, Turkey, and grew up in Beirut, Lebanon. Her parents were both survivors of …
NAASR Holds Hybrid 69th Annual Assembly of Members
WEBNov 23, 2023 · 126. BELMONT, Mass. — The National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) held its 69th Annual Assembly of Members on Saturday, November 4, at its headquarters, the Vartan Gregorian Building. The event was a hybrid meeting with both in-person attendees and online participation of NAASR members around …