13:38, 3 September 2022
YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 3, ARMENPRESS. President of Russia Vladimir Putin held a phone talk with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, RIA Novosti reports.
Erdogan conveyed condolences over the death of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.
Putin and Erdogan also discussed the situation in Ukraine and issues related to the “grain deal”.
They also addressed partnership issues and reiterated cooperation in trade and energy.
09:50, 2 September 2022
YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 2, ARMENPRESS. President of Artsakh Arayik Harutyunyan released an address on the occasion of the Artsakh Republic Day.
“Dear compatriots,
September 2nd of 1991 went down in history of the Armenian people as a crucial and pivotal day. The joint session of the NKAO provincial and Shahumyan regional people’s deputies adopted the declaration of independence of the Republic of Artsakh, signaling to the world the formation of the second Armenian republic. The moment was historic, the people’s decision to live free and independent was unshakable, their will was unbreakable and their spirit was undefeatable.
However, our road to building a democratic state in line with norms and principles of international law was full of unspeakable challenges and hardships.
The 44-Day War of 2020 became a new disaster for the Armenian people, claiming the lives of thousands of our brave sons, destroying many destinies. We are grateful to all martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the independence of the Fatherland and the dignified existence of the Armenian people, we bow before their bright memory and before their proud relatives,” the Artsakh president said in the address. President Harutyunyan also thanked Armenians in Armenia and Diaspora for their support, as well as the Russian Federation for their mission in Artsakh, and all countries, politicians who’ve supported Artsakh by remaining committed to justice and universal values of democracy and humanitarianism.
“After 31 years, the people of Artsakh are again decisively and resolutely announcing that despite all trials of time, they are committed to their adopted decision, to their path, which is irreversible and unshakable. Artsakh must always stand, must always be Armenian, and must always continue its course on the path to independence,” the Artsakh president said.
17:10, 2 September 2022
YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 2, ARMENPRESS. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory message to the Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Phạm Minh Chính on the occasion of Independence Day, the PM’s Office said.
The message reads as follows,
“I warmly congratulate you and the people of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on the occasion of the national holiday – Independence Day.
I highly appreciate the positive developments in Armenian-Vietnamese relations. There is a high-level political dialogue and rich prospects for mutually beneficial cooperation between our countries.
I am sure that as a result of our joint efforts, the traditional warm relations between Armenia and Vietnam will further develop and strengthen for the benefit of our peoples.
I wish you good health and success, and welfare and happiness to the friendly people of Vietnam.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurance of my highest consideration”.
The studio at the Antranig and Alice Karjian Hairenik Media Center (Photo: Leeza Arakelian)
WATERTOWN, Mass.—The Hairenik Association is seeking interested and qualified candidates to staff its state-of-the-art media center at the historic Hairenik Building.
An initiative of the Armenian Cultural Association of America (ACAA), the newly-named Antranig and Alice Karjian Hairenik Media Center will include a television studio and control room, both designed by Varto Technologies.
The production schedule is expected to begin with the launch of regular programming in the fall/winter of 2022 and will initially include a weekly flagship news program, covering current affairs in Armenia and stories across our Diaspora.
Original broadcast content will converge social media and television and will be livestreamed across platforms belonging to the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF), the Armenian Weekly and their family of organizations, including the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA), Hamazkayin, Armenian Relief Society (ARS), Armenian Youth Federation (AYF) and Homenetmen.
Once the Antranig and Alice Karjian Hairenik Media Center is up and running, Varto Technologies and Weekly staff will be training field photographers, in-studio producers and technical directors on the proper use of the equipment. There will also be openings for on-camera presenters and reporters. Staff members, freelancers and volunteers will also receive training, if necessary, on video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro).
Concurrently, the Armenian Weekly Editorial Board, which oversees the print and online publication of the Armenian Weekly—the historic newspaper of the ARF Eastern Region, established in 1934—is looking to grow with the addition of part-time staff members and interns. These positions will be responsible for helping copy edit articles, post content on social media, create weekly e-newsletters and cover local events, among other responsibilities.
For experienced and inexperienced candidates alike, please submit a resume, cover letter and broadcast reel (if applicable) to Armenian Weekly assistant editor Leeza Arakelian.
Technical Directors
Core Duties and Responsibilities
– Experience with Newtek Tricaster TC1, or TC1 Pro software
– Familiar with Behringer x32 audio mixers
– Understands Dante audio networks, NDI technology and can troubleshoot issues
– Familiar with Camcorder and color balancing, white balancing, focusing
– Switch live video sources from multiple cameras and inputs on an NDI network
– Set up and configure lighting, audio and video equipment
– Able to mix audio for talent using mics and IFBs
– Help with studio setup, equipment maintenance, configuration, etc.
– Create PIPs when needed and more
– Familiar with keying greenscreen and working in a virtual set environment
Minimum Qualifications
– At least three years experience in a studio and/or live video environment
– Experience using Windows 10 Pro
– Must be highly organized and a great communicator
– Well-rounded in all aspects of live video production and can act as a one-man band if needed
– Proficient with Newtek Tricaster software, NDI streaming, and networks, as well as traditional SDI and connected video (Blackmagic or VMIX experience accepted)
Field Photographers
Core Duties and Responsibilities
– Gather footage (b-roll) and sound-on-tape from local events, interviews and rallies using a Panasonic AG-CX350
Minimum Qualifications
– Ability to operate or at least have a working knowledge of audio and video equipment
– Experience with non-linear video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro) a plus
– Creativity and attention to detail
On-camera host, reporters
Core Duties and Responsibilities
– Interview program guests and moderate conversations with local/national political experts for the weekly news program
– Assist in writing scripts, research and identifying story ideas
Minimum Qualifications
– Must have the ability to speak on camera, moderate conversations, interview guests and provide standard news updates
– Possess the knowledge and understanding of the Armenian Diaspora and the Armenian political climate and current events
– Ability to read off a teleprompter
– Located in or near Watertown, MA or have the ability to be on-site on a weekly basis
Recommended Qualifications
– Fluent in Armenian (Eastern/Western)
– College degree in broadcast journalism
– Exceptional oral and written skills
Armenia has fantastic clear and starry sky. Ahead of the STARMUS VI festival, Astrophotography School is launched
20:17,
YEREVAN, AUGUST 31, ARMENPRESS. The School of Astrophotography, launched prior to the STARMUS VI Festival, will reveal the secrets of the fine art of working with stars, practical skills and knowledge to the participants with the help of world-renowned astrophotographers.
ARMENPRESS reports on the first day of the school that started in Aghveran on August 31, the editor of Astronomy magazine, Michael Bakich, delivered a lecture entitled “What Astronomy magazine wants”, presenting the problems the magazine solves, the topics it covers and how to present the cosmic and the celestial in one photo.
“There is one thing that we like to do very much – collecting and publishing photos taken from all over the world, so that other people can see that beauty and learn how to do it. Here is why we are here. The magazine has a scientific section where specialists present the latest discoveries made in space. We also make publications about historical astronomy. And Armenia is simply full of astronomical events, it is simply wonderful. I have only been here for a day and I have already fallen in love with Armenia. It is simply indescribably beautiful here,” he said.
Michael Bakich mentioned that the other section of the magazine is mainly intended for beginner astronomers. “Here during the course, I will teach you what you will need for an astronomical magazine after you have mastered the technique and how to take photos for the magazine. As for cooperation with photographers of Armenian nationality, Oshin Zakarian of Armenian nationality has been taking photos for the magazine for almost 40 years. So, we have a great connection with Armenia,” emphasized Michael Bakich.
Armenian astrophotographer Oshin Zakarian presented the basics of astrophotography with a digital single-lens reflex camera (DSLR). He mentioned that on all three days of the event, from August 31 to September 2, practical trainings are scheduled at night hours in high places, targeting the starry sky and the Armenian nature.
“Astrophotography school is a unique event for photographing the space, intended for those who want to enter the depths of the sky with the darkest night images of the Earth with their own equipment. Astrophotography is sometimes called photographic astronomy. It is also a method of making star observations and pursues two purposes: research and art,” he said.
The astrophotographer mentioned that he takes pictures of the stars together with ground scenes, that is, he does not only take pictures of the sky, but together with the stars he takes pictures of old churches, nature and various sights.
He emphasized that Armenia is a wonderful place from the point of view of photographing the stars. “With very simple and inexpensive equipment, you can easily photograph the stars, especially in a country like Armenia, which has a fantastic clear sky, where stars can easily be seen,” said the astrophotographer.
On the second day of the astrophotography school, participants will first study the introduction to Planetary Imaging, then learn how to work in the terrain: location survey, composition and lighting.
On the third day, David Eicher, editor of Astronomy magazine, will talk about why it is necessary to photograph strange and obscure images, how using star trails can capture more details, obtaining unique and unrepeatable images. Renowned astrophotographer Christopher Go will present a hands-on workshop on his experience.
“Astronomy is one of the few sciences where even a novice photographer can make a great contribution,” Christopher Go, an astrophotographer who arrived in Armenia from the Philippines, said.
He emphasized that the latest technologies enable us to get excellent photos from space. According to him, competent photographs can become a very important research source.
ArmInfo. 7 cases of death of servicemen were recorded in the armed forces of Armenia in August of this year alone. Human Rights Activist Artur Sakunts stated on August 23 during discussions on the topic “Mortality in the army, why nothing changes”.
According to him, the death of three of them was associated with the presence of health problems, in one case a murder was recorded, and in three cases the violation of the ceasefire led to the death of soldiers. The
Human Rights Activist emphasized that the death or loose of each of these soldiers should be the subject of extraordinary investigations. In particular, it is important to study the state of medical services, the security of military positions, the level of discipline in the armed forces, the relevant orders, etc.
As Sakunts stressed, all these issues must be resolved, since a person fulfills his obligations, and the state must have its own obligations so that a person’s life is safe. “In conditions when the service of a soldier, his safety is not ensured at the proper level, in this case, of course, there are signs to which there are practically no responses,” the human rights activist noted.
He stressed that over the past months, the country’s armed forces recorded 40 death cases in the Armed Forces, 14 of which were not officially published. Meanwhile, the state is obliged not only to provide relevant information, but also to provide explanations. “It is not enough to refute them, since in this case we are talking about attempts to evade responsibility,” Sakunts said, adding that the defense department had to conduct internal investigations in each of these cases and notify the public about their results, giving explanations.
The administration of the Kashatag District of Nagorno-Karabakh has reported that residents of Berdzor and the village of Akhavno must leave their houses by August 20. According to the Mayor of Berdzor, on August 18, about 70 people stay in the town. All the Akhavno villagers decided to leave; two of them burned their houses down, the head of the village has informed.
The houses built during the time when these dwelling settlements were not controlled by Azerbaijan should be demolished, Imdad Alizade, a journalist, believes.
All the residents of the Nerkin Sus community have left; as well as more than 90% of residents of Berdzor and Akhavno, Musheg Alaverdyan, the head of the administration of the Kashatag District has informed. According to his story, it is planned to turn off electricity, gas and communications in the villages of Akhavno and Nerki Sus and in the town of Berdzor.
Andranik Chaushyan, the head of the Akhavno community, has sent his family, wife and five children along with their belongings to Stepanakert. According to his story, almost everyone was evacuated in Akhavno, women and children have left. “Now there are up to 30 people staying in the village, mostly those who transport the rest of their property,” Mr Chaushyan has added.
Aida Balikyan, the owner of a retail outlet in Berdzor, was indignant that authorities had drastically reduced the deadline by five days – instead of August 25, they announced August 20.
This article was originally published on the Russian page of 24/7 Internet agency ‘Caucasian Knot’ on August 20, 2022 at 11:47 pm MSK. To access the full text of the article, click here.
See earlier reports:
Karabakh: all Akhavno villagers decide to leave their houses, Realtors assess chances of forced migrants from Berdzor to acquire housing in Armenia, Berdzor population reduces to 70 before resettlement from Lachin corridor.
Author: Alvard Grigoryan Source: СK correspondent
Source:
© Caucasian Knot
13:37,
YEREVAN, AUGUST 22, ARMENPRESS. The unidentified body recovered at the Surmalu trade center blast area belonged to citizen Gagik Karapetyan, the man who was one of the two presumed missing persons in the explosion, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Emergency Situations Hayk Kostanyan said in a statement.
All 16 bodies recovered from the blast area are now identified.
Another person is still presumed missing in the blast.
A person from Turkey’s Armenian community has become governor for the first time in the history of the Turkish Republic.
The 27-year-old Berk Acar has become the district governor of the western province of Denizli’s Babadağ district, according to reporting by the Turkish-Armenian weekly Agos.
Acar, born in 1995, attended Sahakyan Nunyan Armenian Middle School and Işık High School. In 2020, he graduated from the faculty of law at Bilgi University. He later took the state exams to be a governor. He came 72nd out of 13,374 people at a written exam conducted in the capital Ankara in July 2021. He was among the 475 people summoned for the interview.
He has now been appointed as the Babadağ district governor and will replace the previous governor Adem Karataş. Acar is expected to start his job in the upcoming days.
https://www.duvarenglish.com/member-of-turkeys-armenian-community-becomes-governor-for-first-time-news-61146