U.S. State department concerned over absence of pluralism in Armenian media

April 9, 2011 - 15:57 AMT  07:37 GMT
The media, especially television, continued to lack diversity of opinion and objective reporting; broadcasters feared reprisal for reporting that was critical of the government, the report says.
Many patients diagnosed with lung cancer continue smoking

Many patients diagnosed with lung cancer continue smoking

April 9, 2011 - 15:57 AMT  07:37 GMT
The researchers looked at 742 cancer patients and caregivers at multiple sites and found that 18 percent of smokers with lung cancer failed to quit.
RPA believes ANC attacks on Heritage and its leader Raffi Hovannisian unfair

RPA believes ANC attacks on Heritage and its leader Raffi Hovannisian unfair

April 9, 2011 - 15:54 AMT  07:37 GMT
Hakob Hakobyan: through criticizing Heritage, ANC is attempting to create a more favorable atmosphere for its participation in the oncoming elections.
Members of ruling RPA party slam critics of Tashir 2011 award recipients

Members of ruling RPA party slam critics of Tashir 2011 award recipients

April 9, 2011 - 15:46 AMT  07:37 GMT
Tachat Vardapetyan: it is Samvel Karapetyan’s right and decision to grant presents to whoever he wishes.
Prison conditions in Armenia worsened, U.S. Department of State says

Prison conditions in Armenia worsened, U.S. Department of State says

April 9, 2011 - 15:17 AMT  07:37 GMT
During the year authorities released four individuals who had been convicted in connection with the 2008 presidential election and postelection unrest.
Acer releases first Android 3.0 tablet in U.S. April 14

Acer releases first Android 3.0 tablet in U.S. April 14

April 9, 2011 - 15:10 AMT  07:37 GMT
The Iconia Tab A500 will be available exclusively at Best Buy stores. Users can pre-order the A500 in Best Buy stores beginning April 14.
Armenian banks seem to display interest in agriculture

Armenian banks seem to display interest in agriculture

April 9, 2011 - 15:03 AMT  07:37 GMT
Agriculture seemed to be forgotten over the past years in Armenia and only in 2010, when unfavorable weather conditions resulted in a significant slump, the authorities came to senses and addressed the pressing problems.
Report: Armenian government didn’t commit any politically motivated killings in 2010

Report: Armenian government didn’t commit any politically motivated killings in 2010

April 9, 2011 - 14:43 AMT  07:37 GMT
No developments were reported in the investigation into the deaths of eight civilians and two police officers killed during clashes in March 2008.

Apple investigating complaints from iPad 2 owners

April 9, 2011 - 14:37 AMT  07:37 GMT
Apple said a small number of iPad 2 users have connectivity issues with Verizon's 3G network and that it is investigating the problem.
U.S. Department of State names Freedom Square symbolic venue for rallies

U.S. Department of State names Freedom Square symbolic venue for rallies

April 9, 2011 - 13:45 AMT  07:37 GMT
During the year authorities prevented, dispersed, or otherwise interfered with gatherings, the 2010 country report says.
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