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The Armenians of Bangkok
Special for the Armenian Weekly Bangkok evokes a myriad of impressions. Some will envision gloriously colored temples, incredible Thai street food, or even the seedy red light districts. Surprisingly,...
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100 LIVES Initiative Launched in New York
Clooney and Wiesel Co-Chair Human Rights Award NEW YORK (A.W.) – The launch of an initiative entitled 100 LIVES was announced on March 10 in New York. The project will celebrate those who saved...
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Mouradian: ‘Only That, Which I Gave to Others’
In Memory of Bill Hausrath At long last, what is there left from life? What’s left to me? Strange as it seems, only that, which I gave to others… —Vahan Tekeyan Translated by Tatul Sonentz These...
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Putin to Commemorate Armenian Genocide Centennial in Yerevan
MOSCOW (A.W.)—The Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be attending the Armenian Genocide Centennial commemorations in Yerevan in April. Russian President Vladimir Putin...
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European Parliament Urges EU Member States to Recognize Genocide
STRASBOURG (A.W.)—The European Parliament (EP) has called on European Union (EU) Member States to recognize the Armenian Genocide ahead of the 100th anniversary of the crime. The EP adopted the Annual...
View ArticleARF, Sarkisian Discuss Constitutional Reforms
YEREVAN (A.W.)—Representatives of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF) met with President Serge Sarkisian to discuss their proposals on constitutional reforms. Speaking to reporters in Yerevan...
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Armenia Releases Eurovision 2015 Entry ‘Don’t Deny’ (Video)
VIENNA, Austria (A.W.) – Armenia’s Eurovision 2015 song entry, “Don’t Deny,” was released earlier today. Diasporan artists from five continents and one artist from Yerevan will represent Armenia in the...
View Article‘Responsibility 2015’ Announces Authors Luncheon
NEW YORK–With the imminent launch of the Responsibility 2015 centennial conference this weekend, the program has been bolstered by an exclusive “Authors Luncheon” set to be held on Saturday afternoon,...
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Nazo Bravo Releases Web Series Documenting Trip to Armenia
Special for the Armenian Weekly Los Angeles-based actor and hip-hop artist Nazo Bravo (Naz Aslanian) released the first episode of a documentary web series titled “Armenian American” on Feb. 11 on his...
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Genocide Memorial to Open in Stepanakert
Memorial to House Genocide Relics from Der Zor STEPANAKERT (A.W.) – The opening ceremony of Stepanakert’s Armenian Genocide monument will take place in mid-April. Speaking to Armenpress, David Babayan,...
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ARS Commemorates Genocide Centennial in NY
Several events dedicated to the Centennial of the Armenian Genocide, initiated by the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) Central Executive Board, with the cooperation of the Regional Executive of...
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‘Responsibility 2015’ a Resounding Success
Conference Attracts Hundreds from U.S. and Beyond NEW YORK (A.W.)—Hundreds converged in New York last weekend to attend the “Responsibility 2015” conference featuring scholars, opinion makers, and...
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‘Camp Javakhk 2015′ Accepting Applications
The Armenian Relief Society (ARS), Inc. invites youth interested in making a difference and connecting with their brothers and sisters in Javakhk to apply for a counselor position at one of four summer...
View ArticleEuronest Parliamentary Assembly Adopts Genocide Resolution
YEREVAN (A.W.)—The Euronest Parliamentary Assembly on March 17 adopted a resolution calling on Turkey to reconcile with its past and recognize the Armenian Genocide. The resolution was adopted by the...
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Members of Congress to Unveil Genocide Resolution on Wednesday
WASHINGTON, D.C.—On Wed., March 18, Reps. Robert Dold (R-Ill.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), David Valadao (R-Calif.), and Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), as well as other members of Congress and members of the...
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100th Anniversary Commemoration of Armenian Genocide to Be Held in Times Square
NEW YORK—The 100th anniversary commemoration of the Armenian Genocide will be held in Times Square (43rd St. and Broadway) on April 26, beginning at 1:45 p.m. This historic event will pay tribute to...
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L’affaire Tsarukian: A Mismatch from the Get-Go
Special for the Armenian Weekly A casual look at the Armenian political scene makes the following apparent: (1) Serge Sarkisian is the alpha male in the Armenian political “jungle.” (2) He is in...
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Over 40 House Members Introduce ‘Truth and Justice’ Resolution, Call for...
WASHINGTON—Today, Reps. Robert Dold (R-Ill.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), David Valadao (R-Calif.), and Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), along with 40 other members of the House of Representatives, introduced the...
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‘1915’ Movie Trailer Released, Opening Dates Announced (Video)
LOS ANGELES—In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, Bloodvine Media, in conjunction with Strongman and mTuckman Media, plans to release “1915” in theaters on April 17 and on demand...
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‘One Nation, One Culture’ Event Held in NJ for Centennial
LODI, N.J.—On Sun., March 1, the New Jersey chapter of the Hamazkayin Armenian Cultural and Educational Society hosted a cultural evening titled, “One Nation, One Culture,” featuring musical and dance...
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