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Quinoa: The Tiny Seed That Could Slash Your Triglycerides
Quinoa, a “superfood” renowned for its nutritional prowess, may hold a powerful secret: the ability to significantly lower triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease. This ancient seed, enjoyed for…
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Temporary Closure on H-46 Tatev Road Due to Blast Operations
The temporary closure of a section of the H-46 /M-9/-Tatev-/M-2/ highway from kilometer markers 16+580 to 16+640 is due to planned construction and blast operations for infrastructure improvement. According to Armenia’s Road Department, the road will be closed from November…
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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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Salt: The Hidden Culprit Behind Japan’s Stroke Decline?
A fascinating phenomenon has emerged as Japan’s diet shifted towards Western patterns with increased meat and dairy consumption: stroke rates, once alarmingly high, have plummeted. This trend, seemingly paradoxical given the association of saturated fat with cardiovascular disease, invites a…
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The Ministry of ESCS to the teachers who participated in the voluntary certification
The Armenian Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports informs teachers who participated in voluntary certification that the deadline for appeals is set for 7:00 PM on the next business day following the certification, according to Armenian administrative law. During…
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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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Azerbaijan pressured the Armenian director’s film not to be included in the Oscar nomination
The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry has confirmed that pressure from Baku led to the removal of Armenian director Sarine Hayrapetyan’s film “My Beloved Country” from the Oscars. The film, which provides a historical perspective on Artsakh, was initially selected for the…
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By offering a job on Instagram, she fraudulently received 10 million drams
A fraud case has been uncovered in Aragatsotn Province, where a 32-year-old woman named Alvard Gh. allegedly offered jobs via Instagram and amassed around 10 million drams through deception. According to the investigation, several individuals transferred funds to her bank…
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Drinking Water for Weight Loss: A Simple Solution Backed by Science
Recent studies have highlighted the potential of a readily available and cost-free intervention for weight loss: drinking water according to NutritionFacts.org. This seemingly simple act can significantly increase the body’s metabolic rate, leading to increased calorie burning and potentially contributing…
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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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Catholicos Aram I Meets Armenia’s Ambassador to Lebanon
Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, Aram I, welcomed Armenian Ambassador to Lebanon Vahagn Atabekyan. During their meeting, they discussed Armenia-Diaspora relations and the current situation in Lebanon. The Catholicos shared his views on these topics, emphasizing the importance…
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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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B12 Blood Tests Can Be Deceiving: Vegetarians and Vegans at Higher Risk of Undetected Deficiency
A recent article raises concerns about the accuracy of traditional vitamin B12 blood tests, particularly for individuals following vegetarian or vegan diets. While blood tests are commonly used to assess B12 levels, they may not provide a complete picture of…