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Lernazang Brings Traditional Armenian Dance and Live Music to Descanso Gardens
Traditional Armenian dances, live vocals and the sounds of the duduk and zurna filled Descanso Gardens as the Lernazang ensemble introduced visitors to Armenian folk culture through an outdoor performance on Thursday. The Armenian Report attended the event, where families and visitors from different backgrounds gathered to watch the Los Angeles-based ensemble perform dances rooted in the traditions of Western Armenia. Lernazang artistic director Armen Adamian said the ensembl
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Armenian Lacrosse Coach Delivers Bible Reading at Tsitsernakaberd on Day 3 of Tour
Armenian Lacrosse co-founder and coach Johnny Mouradian continued his 12-day Bible reading tour across Armenia on Thursday, delivering his third reading at the Tsitsernakaberd Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex in Yerevan. Mouradian again read from the third chapter of the Gospel of Mark, focusing on Jesus’ warning about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. “Truly I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever blasphemies they utter,” Mouradian read. “But
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Armenian Lacrosse Coach Reads From Gospel of Mark at Mesrop Mashtots Statue
Armenian Lacrosse co-founder and coach Johnny Mouradian continued his 12-day Bible reading tour across Armenia on Wednesday, delivering the second reading of his journey from the Mesrop Mashtots statue outside the Matenadaran in Yerevan. Mouradian read from the third chapter of the Gospel of Mark, recounting the moment Jesus healed a man’s hand on the Sabbath despite opposition from the Pharisees. “Stretch forth your hand,” Mouradian read. “And he stretched it out, and his ha
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Turkey Begins Restoration of 1876 Armenian Church Damaged in 2023 Earthquakes
A nearly 150-year-old Armenian church in southern Turkey is being restored after suffering extensive damage in the powerful earthquakes that devastated the region in 2023. The Karasun Manuk Armenian Church in İskenderun, a coastal city in Hatay province, was heavily damaged in the Feb. 6, 2023, earthquakes. Part of the altar was destroyed, and other sections of the building were left in need of major repairs. Built in 1876, the church has long served the local Armenian commun
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64-Year-Old Armenian Man Stabbed to Death After Rent Dispute in Istanbul; Suspect Confesses
A 64-year-old man identified by Turkish media as an Armenian citizen was found stabbed to death in a residential building in Istanbul, and a suspect has been jailed after confessing to the killing, according to reports cited by Ermenihaber. The victim, Agop (Hakob) Degirmencioglu, was found in a building in Beyoglu, a central Istanbul district. Police opened a murder investigation after discovering stab wounds on the back and side of his neck. The case came to light when Mehm
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He Built a Tbilisi Landmark, Lost It to the Soviets and Died in Its Basement — Now Its Hidden Levels Have Been Found
Renovation work on Tbilisi’s Rustaveli Avenue has uncovered underground levels beneath the historic Melik-Azaryants building, revealing a long-hidden section of one of the Georgian capital’s best-known architectural landmarks. Excavations are continuing at the building, located at 37 Rustaveli Ave. Previous reports have suggested that up to 2,000 square meters, or about 21,500 square feet, of hidden space may exist beneath the property. The discovery brings new attention to t
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Armenian Lacrosse Coach Launches 12-Day Bible Reading Tour Across Armenia
Armenian Lacrosse co-founder and coach Johnny Mouradian has launched a 12-day road trip across Armenia, sharing daily Bible readings from historic churches, monasteries and cultural sites. The tour begins Aug. 11 at the History Museum of Armenia in Yerevan and will conclude Aug. 22 at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin in Vagharshapat. Mouradian plans to visit a different location each day and record a Bible reading video lasting less than one minute. The videos are intended
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7 days ago
Turkey’s Armenian Patriarchate Backs Catholicos Karekin II, Warns Criminal Case Harms Church
The Armenian Patriarchate of Turkey has joined growing criticism of criminal proceedings against Catholicos Karekin II and senior Armenian clergy, warning that bringing Church leaders before the courts threatens the dignity and independence of the Armenian Apostolic Church. In a statement, the Istanbul-based Patriarchate said the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin remains central to the spiritual unity of Armenians worldwide and argued that disputes involving Church governance sh
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Sold-Out Armenian Spectacle Returns: ‘Echoes of Our Ancestors 2’ Brings Armenia’s Heroes and Saints to the Greek Theatre Sept. 3
Following the overwhelming success of its sold-out world premiere at the Greek Theatre, People of AR Cultural Foundation proudly presents Echoes of Our Ancestors 2: Heroes & Saints, an epic new musical and visual experience celebrating the enduring spirit, faith, courage, and cultural legacy of the Armenian people. Taking place on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the historic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, Echoes of Our Ancestors 2: Heroes & Saints is an epic musical and visual
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Armenian Church Leaders in Lebanon, Jerusalem and U.S. Condemn Criminal Case Against Catholicos Karekin II
Senior Armenian Apostolic Church leaders in Lebanon, Jerusalem and the United States condemned the criminal case against Catholicos Karekin II on Friday, rallying behind the Church’s spiritual leader as he was due to appear in court as a defendant. Catholicos Aram I, head of the Armenian Catholicosate of the Great House of Cilicia in Lebanon, called Karekin II’s summons to court “unacceptable and condemnable.” He said he had personally urged the Catholicos not to attend the h
Israeli Airstrikes Shake Southern Lebanon as U.S.-Brokered Talks Continue in Rome
INTERVIEW: A new round of Israeli airstrikes struck southern Lebanon, testing already fragile ceasefire negotiations as diplomats from Lebanon and Israel continued U.S.-mediated talks in Rome. According to regional media, Israeli strikes hit areas near Kfar Shouba, Majdal Zoun and Al-Khaniyah. Earlier in the day, an airstrike on a residential building in the town of Tebnin killed one person and injured 11 others. The attacks come weeks after a June 26 framework agreement reac
Armenian-American Edmen Shahbazyan to Face Brunno Ferreira at UFC 331 in Los Angeles
Armenian-American middleweight Edmen Shahbazyan will return to the Octagon on Sept. 19 when he faces Brazil's Brunno Ferreira at UFC 331 in Los Angeles. The fight, first reported by MMA Fighting, will take place at Crypto.com Arena. The promotion has not yet announced the card's main event. For Shahbazyan, the matchup represents another opportunity to reestablish himself as a contender in the UFC's competitive middleweight division. The 28-year-old enters the fight with a 16-
Armenian-Arabic Journalist Raffi Boghosian Elected President of Golden Globe Foundation
Armenian-Arabic producer and journalist Raffi Boghosian has been elected president of the Golden Globe Foundation's Board of Directors, taking the top leadership role at the nonprofit organization that funds film education, journalism initiatives and preservation projects around the world. Boghosian announced his election in a social media post, calling it an honor to lead the foundation. "I'm honored to share that I have been elected President of the Golden Globe Foundation,
System of a Down’s John Dolmayan Says He No Longer Supports Trump, Cites Gaza War as Turning Point
INTERVIEW: System of a Down drummer John Dolmayan says his views on President Donald Trump have changed, telling The Armenian Report that while he once supported many of Trump’s policies, he can no longer back him because of what he described as Trump’s support for Israel during the war in Gaza. Dolmayan’s comments came after System of a Down frontman Serj Tankian suggested in a recent interview that his longtime bandmate may no longer be a Trump supporter. Speaking to Rollin
Six Israelis Detained After Being Caught on Video Spitting on Armenian Monastery, Throwing Stones at Armenian Woman
Six Jewish Israeli men were detained early Sunday after allegedly targeting the entrance of the Armenian Patriarchate's Saint James Monastery in Jerusalem's Armenian Quarter, in the latest reported attack against the city's historic Armenian community. The incident occurred at about 1 a.m., according to Jerusalem-based Armenian reporter Kegham Balian, who said the group gathered outside the monastery and repeatedly spat at its entrance. The confrontation escalated when the me
Armenian Judoka Vahagn Ghazaryan Wins Silver at 2026 U.S. Open Championships
Armenian judoka Vahagn Ghazaryan captured the silver medal in the junior men's 73-kilogram division at the 2026 U.S. Open Judo Championships in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Armenian Sports News reported. The 20-year-old competed for Hayastan MMA Academy, continuing a series of strong performances that have established him as one of the most promising young Armenian athletes training and competing in the United States. According to Hayastan MMA Academy, Ghazaryan is ranked among
Jerusalem Armenian Patriarchate Accuses Azerbaijan of Influencing Israeli Vote on Armenian Genocide Recognition
The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem has accused Azerbaijan of influencing Israel’s decision to remove a proposed resolution recognizing the Armenian Genocide from the Knesset’s voting agenda, calling the development a troubling sign of foreign interference in Israel’s democratic process. In a statement released on July 26, the Patriarchate said it was deeply disappointed that the measure was withdrawn before lawmakers could vote on it. The Church warned that allowing an ou
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Jul 27
Glendale Swears In Armenian-American Robert William as Police Chief Surrounded by Family, Colleagues and Community
The City of Glendale officially swore in Robert William as the 21st chief of the Glendale Police Department on Wednesday — the start of a new chapter for the city’s law enforcement agency after more than two decades of service within its ranks. The Armenian Report attended the swearing-in ceremony, where city leaders, law enforcement officials, clergy, family members and community members gathered to celebrate William’s appointment. William, a lifelong Glendale resident, was
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Jul 23
Armenian Doctor Becomes First Armenian Citizen Elected to Global Telemedicine Board, Will Help Shape Digital Health Policy
An Armenian physician has been elected to the governing board of one of the world’s leading digital health organizations — the first time an Armenian citizen has reached the organization’s top leadership. Dr. Robin Vicken Ohannessian was elected to the Board of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth (ISfTeH), a global federation that brings together digital health professionals, institutions, and organizations from about 100 countries. The appointment places an
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Jul 23
Armenian Grandmaster Levon Aronian Wins Overall Title at 2026 Biel Chess Festival
Armenian Grandmaster Levon Aronian got the overall title at the 2026 Biel Chess Festival in Switzerland, adding another major international achievement to his already decorated career. Aronian claimed the championship by recording the strongest combined performance across the tournament’s classical, rapid and blitz competitions. The festival’s overall winner is determined by cumulative results from all three formats. The Chess Federation of Armenia congratulated Aronian on hi
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