Princess of Thailand visits Armenia’s Matenadaran

Princess of Thailand visits Armenia’s Matenadaran

March 16, 2018 - 13:50 AMT  09:50 GMT
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand visited Matenadaran - a repository of ancient manuscripts in Armenia.
Qatar stresses necessity to hold talks with Iran

Qatar stresses necessity to hold talks with Iran

March 16, 2018 - 13:17 AMT  09:17 GMT
Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah stressed the importance of holding talks with Iran to settle problems and safeguard the region.
Smithsonian’s host fell in love with Armenia, its people and scenery

Smithsonian’s host fell in love with Armenia, its people and scenery

March 16, 2018 - 13:03 AMT  09:03 GMT
While in country, Tony Cohn received a site tour from the scientist who discovered the centuries-old artifacts.
Six earthquakes registered in Armenia in past seven days

Six earthquakes registered in Armenia in past seven days

March 16, 2018 - 12:29 AMT  08:29 GMT
Six earthquakes were registered in Armenia and one in Artsakh in a single week, the ministry of emergency situations reveals.
Istanbul street to be renamed after Hrant Dink

Istanbul street to be renamed after Hrant Dink

March 16, 2018 - 12:17 AMT  08:17 GMT
The Sisli District Council of Istanbul has decided to rename a street in the district after slain Armenian journalist Hrant Dink.
Arsenal fans react to Henrikh Mkhitaryan's diligence

Arsenal fans react to Henrikh Mkhitaryan's diligence

March 16, 2018 - 12:01 AMT  08:01 GMT
Since his involvement in the Sanchez swap deal with Manchester United, Mkhitaryan has experienced a steady start to life in London.
Armenia has no territories to return, lawmaker says

Armenia has no territories to return, lawmaker says

March 16, 2018 - 11:33 AMT  07:33 GMT
The Armenian lawmaker said it’s Turkey that should return territories, including to Cyprus, a member of the European Union.
Singapore named world's most expensive city for a fifth year running

Singapore named world's most expensive city for a fifth year running

March 16, 2018 - 11:07 AMT  07:07 GMT
Meanwhile, New York has moved four places down the ranking to 13th position owing to a weakening of the US dollar in 2017.
Candidates Tournament: Aronian draws round 5 match vs Grischuk

Candidates Tournament: Aronian draws round 5 match vs Grischuk

March 16, 2018 - 10:44 AMT  06:44 GMT
With 9 rounds still to go, Aronian (2.5 points) currently shares the 4th-6th spots with Grischuk and Ding Liren (China).
37 U.S. lawmakers join call for $70 million aid to Armenia, Artsakh

37 U.S. lawmakers join call for $70 million aid to Armenia, Artsakh

March 16, 2018 - 10:24 AMT  06:24 GMT
“We want to once again express our appreciation to Congressman Pallone, his colleagues in the leadership of the Armenian Caucus," Hamparian said.
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