The 90th anniversary of the independence of the First Republic brings to mind events that were the most unlikely precursors to its creation. During the period from April 24, 1915 through 1923, the Armenian nation not only experienced the excruciating agony of the genocide, but the independent Armenia created by the Treaty of Sevres fell [...]

Kathleen Chalfant, one of the theater’s most celebrated actors, stars in the World Premiere of Alexander Dinelaris’ searing new play, “Red Dog Howls,” which premiered on May 14 at the El Portal Theatre for a strictly limited five week engagement. The play ends its run on June 13. “Red Dog Howls” also stars Matthew Rauch [...]

YEREVAN (RFE/RL)–The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe toned down its initial, largely positive, assessment of Armenia’s recent presidential election on Friday, citing serious irregularities that were witnessed by its observers after the closure of the polls. In its final election report, the OSCE observer mission in Armenia’said the freedom and fairness of [...]

As a conscientious Armenian and active AYFer of the 1960s, the meaning of May 28th, 1918 remained constant in my normal realm. We were taught to fight for independence, keep the vigil constant. It was automatic and if history serves us best, it took a long time to achieve–nearly 550 years if you go back [...]

BAKU (RFE/RL)–To hear Azerbaijan’s deputy foreign minister tell it, the longstanding conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh is fairly "easy" to resolve — all Armenia has to do is accept that the region is Azerbaijani territory and all other negotiating chips will fall into place. Araz Azimov’s statemen’s, made during an exclusive interview with RFE/RL’s Azerbaijani Service this [...]

GLENDALE–The Armenian National Committee-Glendale Chapter announced recently that Senator Jack Scott will deliver the keynote speech at the ANC-Glendale Chapter Banquet, while GHS Student, Hanrietta Movsessian will receive the "Youth Activist of the Year" award. The event is set to take place on Thursday, June 5, 2008, 6:30pm at Brandview Collection in Glendale, CA. [...]

YEREVAN (Yerkir)–Armenia’s ministers of agriculture, labor and social security and education resigned Thursday after being elected to the Armenian Revolutionary Bureau Monday at the close of the party’s 30th World Congress. Davit Lokian, Aghvan Vartianian and Levon Mkrtchian, who were appointed to the new cabinet last month as part of the ARF’s ministerial portfolio, were [...]

LAS VEGAS–The Armenian National Committee of Nevada recently participated in a meeting with Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.). The Senator discussed issues of importance to the community with the ANC NV and shared his concerns regarding the upcoming confirmation hearings of Ambassadorial nominee to Armenia Marie L. Yovanovitch. "From Las Vegas to Reno, the [...]

The 4th Annual Ferrahian Elementary Year-End Program was as colorful as ever. Our vibrant elementary students performed dances and sang in Armenian and English for their proud audience. Mrs. Adrinee Aroyan the Elementary School Director gracefully introduced the students and their performances throughout the evening. It was a phenomenal presentation on behalf of the elementary [...]

GLENDALE–More than 30 members of the Armenian Youth Federation were present at the fourth public policy forum organized by the Armenian National Committee – Western Region (ANC-WR) on May 21, 2008. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s re-election campaign manager, Areen Ibran’ssian, was invited to speak to the attendees regarding his experiences within public service and [...]

The Armenian Educational Foundation is honored to announce its 2007 achievemen’s supporting Davidian & Mariamian Educational Foundation and CASPS – The Committee for Armenian Students in Public Schools.
Davidian & Mariamian Educational FoundationThe AEF continues to be a proud supporter of this worthy organization who strives to provide after-school Armenian language, history and cultural education to [...]

I’ll fess up. I was almost in tears. At least half the audience was, and a good chunk of the rest was sniffling. That’s how moving Red Dog Howls is. It’s been two weeks since I saw the play, and I’m still unnerved. The audience was a good mix of Armenian and odar. The [...]

LA CRESCANTA–On Sunday, May 25, the Feast of Holy Etchmiadzin as well as the 90th anniversary of the first Republic of Armenia was celebrated in all Prelacy churches with thanksgiving prayers for the Republic and the blessing of the Armenian flag. Western Prelate. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian presided over Divine Liturgy and thanksgiving prayers for the [...]

YEREVAN (Armenpress)-Armenian President Serzh Sarkisian introduced new Armenian Police Chief Alik Sarkisian on Friday to the leadership of Armenia’s police agency. The Presidents Press Office told Armenpress that Sarkisian thanked the former Police Chief Hayk Harutyunian for his years of service. He headed the police agency for 9 years, first as interior minister and then [...]