Listen to This: Rosy Armen’s Hingala
Before Diane Minassian and Vincent Baguian put lyrics to the melody of “Hingala,” French-Armenian singer Rosy Armen lent her voice to this reveled Armenian song. Armen was born in France
Thoughts on The Armenian Genocide, 94 Years Later
On the eve of the 94th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, I have many thoughts racing through this crowded mind of mine. I feel no need to rehash the terrible
The Armenian Taxi Cab Driver
Tired from a never ending work week and desperate to avoid Friday afternoon traffic through L.A’s concrete jungle, I set out with a few workers to have some dinner and
Listen to This: Diane Minassian and Vincent Baguian’s French-Armenian Duet
French-Armenian musicians Diane Minassian and Vincent Baguian come together for a stunning duet of “Je Suis Une Tombe” meaning “I am a Tomb,” a traditional Armenian song (“Hingala) performed in
Adam Schiff in WSJ: It’s Time to Recognize the Armenian Genocide
Congressman Adam Schiff has called on President Barack Obama to recognize the Armenian Genocide in a column that appeared Wall Street Journal on April 4, 2009, just a day before
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
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
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
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
Being an Armenian Vegetarian: One of These Things is not Like the Other
To many, holidays are joyous occasions to spend with family and friends, a chance to reflect back on unforgettable memories, enjoy each other’s company and indulge in good food. Not