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France’s toxic trade poisons Caucasus under Orando, Armenia's secret waste deal
In what environmental watchdogs are calling a “new ecological war against Azerbaijan,” recent revelations suggest that France’s nuclear giant Orano has secretly begun transferring uranium-containing radioactive waste to Armenia, near its...

Jazeera Airways direct to Yerevan starting July 8
Travel, Tourism & Hospitality June 2025 125 Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's leading low-cost carrier, will launch direct flights between Kuwait and Yerevan, Armenia, starting 8 July 2025, providing an affordable and thrilling travel option for...

What are psychology organizations doing today to help reduce the intense stressors in Armenia?
On June 27, 2025, this question was the central focus of a symposium convened during the annual global webinar of the Armenian American Mental Health Association (AAMHA). This one-hour panel gathered six experts from various regions—including Los...

Desert Dreamers 15: The Wellness Gurus
Krikor Arakelian, a Turkish-Armenian, came to California as a poor child and amassed a fortune through farming and wineries. When his son Vaughn was 9, the boy suffered an accident that resulted in head trauma and seemingly incurable epilepsy....

Living in UAE? Here are major rules, updates taking effect this July : Travel, work hours, health laws & More
UAE authorities have announced major rules and updates taking effect in July, including visa-free travel, new work schedules, Emiratisation targets, and health regulations/ Image: Pixabay The United Arab Emirates is ushering in a series of key...

Western-Backed Crackdown in Armenia Risks Causing Major Unrest - Expert
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250629/western-backed-crackdown-in-armenia-risks-causing-major-unrest---expert-1122363878.html Western-Backed Crackdown in Armenia Risks Causing Major Unrest - Expert Western-Backed Crackdown in Armenia Risks Causing...

What's new in UAE this July: Visa-free travel, remote work, new health law
The UAE is rolling out several important changes this July that could impact every aspect of your daily life, from visa-free travel rules to how you work or run a business. Planning a summer trip? There are new visa rules you might want to know....

Armenian MP raises issue of POWs at PACE
ArmInfo.The Member of the RA NA delegation to PACE Vladimir Vardanyan gave a speech at PACE Summer Session. The MP, particularly, noted in his speech: "Thank you, Mister Chair. Ladies and gentlemen, being a prisoner of war is not a punishment....

Armenia`s initiatives using AI presented in China
ArmInfo. Within the framework of the World Economic Forum held in the Chinese city of Tianjin, the RA Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Narek Mkrtchyan took part in a panel discussion on the topic "Artificial Intelligence, Automation and the...

Armenia’s new AI Data Center – At What Cost?
In recent news, Firebird, a cloud AI company, is planning to open a new 100MW AI data center in Armenia in 2026. Thousands of Nvidia Blackwell GPUs will be employed, in an endeavour to cultivate Armenia’s “tech sector and global partnerships” and...

Armenian government approved a proposal to sign an agreement on economic partnership between the EAEU and the UAE
On Thursday, at a regular meeting, the Armenian government approved a proposal to sign an agreement on economic partnership between the EAEU and its member states and the UAE. YEREVAN, June 26. /ARKA/. On Thursday, at a regular meeting, the...

Board of Trustees of the Hayastan All Armenian Fund Holds Annual Meeting
YEREVAN — The annual meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Hayastan All Armenian Fund was held on Friday June 27, headed by the President of the Republic of Armenia, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Hayastan All Armenian Fund, Vahagn...

World Bank to provide Armenia with $1.5 million grant for Nairit plant dismantling and land reclamation
ArmInfo. Armenia will receive $1.5 million from the World Bank (WB) for the dismantling of the Nairit chemical plant and subsequent chemical cleaning of the soil. During a regular session on June 26, the Cabinet of Ministers of Armenia approved a...

Armenia Should Not Arrest People for Political Views – US Diaspora About Karapetyan
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250625/armenia-should-not-arrest-people-for-political-views-us-diaspora-about-karapetyan-1122336577.html Armenia Should Not Arrest People for Political Views – US Diaspora About Karapetyan Armenia Should Not Arrest...

Health expert warns against sugary drinks
June 25, 2025 - 18:43 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armen Muradyan, rector of Yerevan State Medical University, advised the public to avoid sweetened and carbonated beverages during the summer, urging people to drink water and consume water-rich foods. He...

Death behind the frontline: families seek answers to Armenia’s rampant non-combat deaths
Join the voices Aliyev wants to silence. For over eight years, OC Media has worked with fearless journalists from Azerbaijan — some of whom now face decades behind bars — to bring you the stories the regime is afraid will get out. Help us fuel...

Under EAEU- UAE Economic Partnership Agreement, 95% of Armenia`s current exports to Emirates will receive preferential coverage
ArmInfo.During a regular session on June 26,, the Government of Armenia approved the proposal to sign an agreement on economic partnership between the EAEU and its member states and the UAE. The purpose of the Agreement is to liberalize and...

Armenia Exposes 'Holy Struggle' Movement's Terrorist Attack And Power Seizure Plots
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 25 . Participants and leaders of a movement called 'Holy Struggle' planned to carry out terrorist acts and actions aimed at seizing power in Armenia, a statement from the country's investigative...

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 23-27 June, 2025
● European Commission spokesperson Anitta Hipper: The harsh prison sentences handed down to journalists and staff of AbzasMedia are concerning. Independent journalism plays a crucial role in ensuring government transparency and informed public...

Strengthening Rural Healthcare One Nurse at a Time FAR Annette Choolfaian Scholarship Program
YEREVAN — Twelve nurses from the communities of Movses, Choratan, Artsvaberd, Verin Karmiraghbyur, Norashen, Aygepar, Nerkin Karmiraghbyur, Chinchin, Tsaghkavan, Vargavan, and Paravakar recently completed a two-week accredited training program to...