New safety requirements for Japan atomic plants formally approved

New safety requirements for Japan atomic plants formally approved

June 19, 2013 - 19:53 AMT  15:53 GMT
The new requirements approved by nuclear watchdog will take effect on July 8, when operators will be able to apply for inspections.
Elina Danielian loses 4th round game at Dilijan Women’s Grand Prix

Elina Danielian loses 4th round game at Dilijan Women’s Grand Prix

June 19, 2013 - 19:24 AMT  15:24 GMT
Armenia’s Elina Danielian lost the game against Olga Girya of Russia in the 4th round of the Dilijan Women’s Grand Prix.
U.S. wants to cut nuke arms, revive talks with Russia

U.S. wants to cut nuke arms, revive talks with Russia

June 19, 2013 - 19:01 AMT  15:01 GMT
"I intend to seek negotiated cuts with Russia to move beyond Cold War nuclear postures," Barack Obama said.
Artsakh President visits republic’s southeast

Artsakh President visits republic’s southeast

June 19, 2013 - 18:31 AMT  14:31 GMT
The discussions focused on the defense system, development of agriculture, telecommunications and construction fields.
Energy Minister confirms talks on sale of 20% Armenian shares to Gazprom

Energy Minister confirms talks on sale of 20% Armenian shares to Gazprom

June 19, 2013 - 18:20 AMT  14:20 GMT
Ealier, Gazprom chief and Movsisyan discussed the possibility of increasing the Russian gas giant's share in ArmRusgasprom to 100%.
Obama urges Europe to tackle youth unemployment

Obama urges Europe to tackle youth unemployment

June 19, 2013 - 18:10 AMT  14:10 GMT
Unemployment in the eurozone has shot up to a record 12% overall. Youth unemployment in Spain and Greece is above 50%.un
Intel chief tech officer hints at move into smartwatch market

Intel chief tech officer hints at move into smartwatch market

June 19, 2013 - 18:00 AMT  14:00 GMT
Several other tech companies are believed to have smartwatches in the works, including Apple, Samsung and LG.
HSBC cut its growth forecasts for China

HSBC cut its growth forecasts for China

June 19, 2013 - 17:42 AMT  13:42 GMT
Hongbin said it will take time for new measures from China to “filter through to the economy and have an impact on growth.”
Lenovo unveils ThinkPad S531 Ultrabook

Lenovo unveils ThinkPad S531 Ultrabook

June 19, 2013 - 17:41 AMT  13:41 GMT
The PC features a 15.6-inch display that can be laid flat at 180 degrees, and is powered by an Intel 3rd Generation Ivy Bridge processor.
Airbus seals A350-900 order from Air France-KLM

Airbus seals A350-900 order from Air France-KLM

June 19, 2013 - 17:38 AMT  13:38 GMT
The airline said, that it had signed a memorandum of understanding with Rolls-Royce to equip the A350s with Trent XWB engines.
Khachaturian's manuscripts included in UNESCO Memory of World Register

Khachaturian's manuscripts included in UNESCO Memory of World Register

June 19, 2013 - 17:32 AMT  13:32 GMT
Among those included in the UESCO Register are: “The Knight in the Panther’s Skin” epic poem and the manuscript of Karl Marx’s Capital.
Health Ministry official refutes Armenia measles epidemic rumors

Health Ministry official refutes Armenia measles epidemic rumors

June 19, 2013 - 17:09 AMT  13:09 GMT
Gayane Sahakyan: the spread of the disease was curbed in Armenia, with Georgia posting decreased cases of measles staring from June 14.
European politician: no alternative to Karabakh conflict peaceful resolution

European politician: no alternative to Karabakh conflict peaceful resolution

June 19, 2013 - 16:50 AMT  12:50 GMT
Hovik Abrahamyan hailed the role of the Congress in the development of the local self-government system in Armenia.
Foreign Minister to attend BSEC council meeting in Ukraine

Foreign Minister to attend BSEC council meeting in Ukraine

June 19, 2013 - 16:44 AMT  12:44 GMT
During the event, Ukraine will hand over the presidency in the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation to Armenia.
“Hysteria” star Felicity Jones may join “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”

“Hysteria” star Felicity Jones may join “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”

June 19, 2013 - 16:23 AMT  12:23 GMT
As of now, only Paul Giamatti and Jamie Foxx are confirmed to villainize the Marvel film as Rhino and Electro respectively.
Rihanna beats Justin Bieber as most-viewed artist on YouTube

Rihanna beats Justin Bieber as most-viewed artist on YouTube

June 19, 2013 - 16:15 AMT  12:15 GMT
The 77 videos on Rihanna's official VEVO channel now have a combined 3.784 billion views in total.