Ameriabank posts AMD 2.9 billion net profit growth in 1st halfyear of 2014

Ameriabank posts AMD 2.9 billion net profit growth in 1st halfyear of 2014

July 22, 2014 - 19:03 AMT  15:03 GMT
"We are particularly pleased by a 15 percent rise in lending to small and medium-sized businesses,” the bank’s financial director said.
Venice Film Fest Critics’ Week rolls out lineup of first works

Venice Film Fest Critics’ Week rolls out lineup of first works

July 22, 2014 - 18:37 AMT  14:37 GMT
The Venice Critics’ Week closer will be Berlusconi-era dramedy “Arance e Martello,” set in multi-ethnic Rome.
Paramount nabs “Capture the Flag,” “Return of Hero” animation films

Paramount nabs “Capture the Flag,” “Return of Hero” animation films

July 22, 2014 - 18:12 AMT  14:12 GMT
“Capture the Flag” is the story of an evil billionaire who tries to secure the energy source of the future, by erasing all evidence of the 1969 moon landing.
Saudi stock market to open up to foreign investors for first time

Saudi stock market to open up to foreign investors for first time

July 22, 2014 - 17:14 AMT  13:14 GMT
The move, which should happen in the first half of 2015, sparked a 3% rise in the Tadawul index in early trading.
Armenians to retain visa-free entry to Georgia

Armenians to retain visa-free entry to Georgia

July 22, 2014 - 17:13 AMT  13:13 GMT
Recently, Georgian media circulated reports suggesting Tbilisi will toughen visa requirements for foreign citizens.
Oil rises amid concerns over situation in Gaza, Ukraine

Oil rises amid concerns over situation in Gaza, Ukraine

July 22, 2014 - 16:55 AMT  12:55 GMT
Brent crude for September delivery, a benchmark for international oils, gained 3 cents to $107.71 on the ICE exchange in London.
Armenian Consulate General opens in France’s Lyon

Armenian Consulate General opens in France’s Lyon

July 22, 2014 - 16:40 AMT  12:40 GMT
During the opening Foreign Minister Nalbandian stressed the special role of Lyon and Rhone-Alpes in the development of bilateral relations.
Iran plans to export natural gas to Europe: deputy minister

Iran plans to export natural gas to Europe: deputy minister

July 22, 2014 - 16:06 AMT  12:06 GMT
"There have been no new talks on gas exports to Europe, but there are routes and facilities which we need to use," Majedi said.
Michael Caine joins Vin Diesel in “The Last Witch Hunter”

Michael Caine joins Vin Diesel in “The Last Witch Hunter”

July 22, 2014 - 15:52 AMT  11:52 GMT
Diesel’s witch hunter will partner with his enemy, a female witch, to stop a plague on humanity unleashed by the covens of New York City.
Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey circling role in

Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey circling role in "The Company Man"

July 22, 2014 - 15:26 AMT  11:26 GMT
The film is based on true story of CIA agent Edwin Wilson who became public enemy No. 1 to the U.S. Attorney's office.
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