Archive for March, 2009

Median Day of Lent: Mijink

Median Day of Lent: Mijink

Armenian culture carries with it many traditions, ranging from particular foods eaten on certain holidays to procedure during events such as weddings and christenings. The sacred time known as Lent in many Christian denominations is no different. Apart from the fact that it is tradition to obstain from any type of animal product including cheese, [...]

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Taron Gorjian, the Armenian Talking Budgie

You know, you think you’ve seen everything there is to see and along comes Taron Gorjian, the Armenian talking budgie (or parakeet to U.S audiences) and you have to wipe your slate clean and start over again, because this bird is truly amazing. He sways from side to side, sings sweet Armenian songs in your [...]

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Armenia to Offer Organic Certification and Labeling

Starting May 5, producers of organic products in Armenian can be certified and provide consumer labeling for the Eco Globe organization, the first Armenian organic certification company dealing with inspection and certification of ecological agricultural production. Since Eco Globe, which was established in 2002, is recognized by the European Accreditation Group DAP, Armenian organic growers [...]

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Armenian Media Met With Hostility in 2008

Violent attacks on Armenian journalists reached a new high in Armenia, with 19 incidents registered in 2008, the Committee to Protect Freedom of Speech said in an annual report released on Feb. 24, 2009. The Yerevan-based media watchdog group reported a sharp rise in attacks on the media during  political tension in the region. “Whenever [...]

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