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Newly Discovered Early Medieval Rock-Cut Complex in Ohanavan Yields Significant Archaeological Artifacts
Ohanavan, Aragatsotn Region – A recent archaeological excavation led by Mher Khechoyan and the team from the Research Center for Cultural Heritage in collaboration with the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography has uncovered valuable artifacts in a newly discovered early…
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Brent fell to $73.63 amid continued declines
On Monday morning, the price of Brent crude oil continued its decline, hitting $73.63 per barrel for January futures on London’s ICE Futures exchange. This marked a $0.25 (0.34%) drop from Friday’s close, when Brent prices saw a more substantial…
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Armenian Trucks Face Long Delays at Russia-Georgia “Upper Lars” Border Crossing
Approximately 700 Armenian freight trucks are currently stalled at the “Upper Lars” checkpoint along the Russia-Georgia border. This congestion is attributed to adverse weather conditions along the strategic Gudauri-Kobi section of the Mtskheta-Stepantsminda-Lars international road, which is a vital route…
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US dollar and other foreign exchange rates as of November 10
As of November 10, exchange rates in Armenia’s financial market show the USD at 386-389 AMD, EUR at 416-420 AMD, and RUB at 3.94-4 AMD. These rates, provided by rate.am, reflect the current trends for cash transactions. Rates may fluctuate…
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Mac Mini’s Place in Apple’s Lineup Remains Murky Despite Redesign
The latest Mac Mini, boasting Apple’s powerful M-series chips and a sleek new design, has arrived, but its place within Apple’s Mac ecosystem remains somewhat ambiguous. While the Mini has always been the compact desktop option for those who prefer…
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Oil Prices Drop
As of November 8 trading sessions, oil prices have decreased. On the New York NYMEX exchange, the price of WTI oil dropped by 1.85%, reaching $70.43 per barrel. On the London ICE exchange, Brent oil prices declined by 1.64%, settling…
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Foreign Exchange Rates as of November 9
As of November 9, Armenian banks have updated foreign exchange rates. The average purchase price for 1 USD is 384.83 AMD, while the sale price is 389.80 AMD. The Euro is being purchased at 412.25 AMD and sold at 423.47…
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Lucid Opens Reservations for Gravity Electric SUV, Aiming for a Sales Boost
Lucid Motors is making a crucial play for its future by opening preorders for its much-anticipated electric SUV, the Gravity. This move comes as the company grapples with lagging sales of its Air sedan and seeks to tap into the…
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Stepantsminda-Lars road is currently closed for heavy trucks
The Stepantsminda-Lars road is currently closed for heavy trucks. Both Georgian and Russian emergency services reported the closure. The road often becomes impassable for trucks during winter due to harsh weather conditions. However, all roads within Armenia remain open and…
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Anthropic Joins Forces with Palantir and AWS to Deliver AI Solutions to US Defense and Intelligence Agencies
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence company focused on developing safe and reliable AI systems, has announced a strategic partnership with data analytics powerhouse Palantir and cloud computing giant Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bring its advanced Claude AI models to U.S.…
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TikTok Strengthens Ties with Music Streaming Services Through New Sharing Feature
TikTok is further solidifying its position as a music discovery powerhouse by introducing a “Share to TikTok” feature that enables users to seamlessly share tracks from Spotify and Apple Music directly to the video-sharing platform. This new integration allows users…
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Over 400 Armenian Trucks Stuck at Upper Lars Checkpoint
At the Upper Lars checkpoint, over 400 Armenian trucks are waiting to cross the Russian-Georgian border, according to the North Ossetian Road Traffic Management Center. The electronic queue currently has 1,405 trucks, of which 439 carry Armenian license plates. The…
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Roblox Bolsters Safety Measures, Restricting Access for Users Under 13
Roblox, the popular online gaming platform frequented by young audiences, is implementing a series of robust safety measures aimed at enhancing the protection of its users under the age of 13. These changes come in response to mounting concerns regarding…
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Excavator Destroys 300,000-Year-Old Natural Monument in Hrazdan Gorge: Hayk Demoyan
Former Director of the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute, Hayk Demoyan, has reported that a 300,000-year-old natural monument in the Hrazdan Gorge was destroyed by excavator work. This area, with archaeological layers from the Stone Age to the Late Middle Ages, held…
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Positive Developments in Armenia’s Banking System: CBA Governor
On November 7, Central Bank Governor Martin Galstyan highlighted positive developments in Armenia’s banking sector during a regional conference. Strengthening financial stability and resilience is a crucial step for economic development. This year, the CBA increased the countercyclical capital buffer…
