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02 September 2013 • 14:46 AMT
Armenian captive, family exchange news through Red Cross Commitee

Azerbaijani media have been spreading information suggesting the captive is unwilling to return to Armenia.

02 September 2013 • 14:17 AMT
Copenhagen chosen as 2014 Eurovision Song Contest host city

The former shipyard will undergo all necessary improvements to be able to host three state-of-the-art television shows in May next year.

02 September 2013 • 14:12 AMT
USS Nimitz aircraft carrier moves into Red Sea

The nuclear-powered Nimitz is accompanied by the Princeton, a cruiser, and three destroyers, the officials said.

02 September 2013 • 14:02 AMT
“Paradjanov” among Ukraine’s possible Oscar entries

“Parajanov,” co-produced with Ukraine, France, Georgia and Armenia, was named the best feature film at Odessa Festival.

02 September 2013 • 13:37 AMT
Georgian PM says relations with neighbor states should strengthen

During his visit to Armenia in January 2013, Mr. Ivanishvili said he will do his best for local Armenians to feel at home in Georgia.

02 September 2013 • 13:33 AMT
Denis Villenueve drama “Prisoners” overwhelms Telluride Fest audience

“If you cast someone like Jake Gyllenhaal, you know he will invade the part totally and create something,” Villenueve said.

02 September 2013 • 13:11 AMT
Serbia noms award-winning “Circles” for Foreign Language Oscar

The film has has already picked up half a dozen awards, including a special jury prize at Sundance and Grand Prix in Yerevan.

02 September 2013 • 12:52 AMT
Russian, Armenian leaders to discuss Customs Union, Karabakh in Moscow

Yuri Ushakov: development of international processes in the CIS, multilateral cooperation within the CSTO will be discussed among other issues.

02 September 2013 • 12:23 AMT
HTC design executives arrested over secrets theft

Despite getting rave reviews for its high-end smartphones, the company warns of losses as its revenue continues to fall.

02 September 2013 • 12:21 AMT
Oscar winner “Searching for Sugar Man” vying for People’s Choice Award

Oscar-winning Swedish music documentary “Searching for Sugar Man” tells the strange story of singer-songwriter Sixto Rodriguez.

02 September 2013 • 08:38 AMT
Syria asks UN to prevent ‘any aggression’ from U.S.

Bashar Ja’afari said Kerry had “adopted old stories fabricated by terrorists” based on fake photos from the Internet.

02 September 2013 • 08:22 AMT
Bomb threat causes panic at Istanbul airport

The car belonging to a Belgian citizen of Turkish origin, crashed into several vehicles at the international arrivals terminal.

02 September 2013 • 08:17 AMT
ANC Australia announces launch of Professional Network

The ANC-PN goal is to connect and develop a strong network of socially responsible, community focused and engaging professionals.

02 September 2013 • 08:11 AMT
Yahoo China closes its web portal

As part of the deal, Yahoo agreed that Alibaba Group can continue to operate Yahoo China’s brand for up to four years.

02 September 2013 • 07:47 AMT
“The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” victors banner released

The movie will hold its world premiere in London on November 11, 2013 and goes on general release on November 22.

02 September 2013 • 07:42 AMT
Artwork for Grahame classic-based “Wind in the Willows” revealed

McCarthy provided development art for the film, which was to be directed by his Jim Henson’s “The Storyteller” collaborator Steve Barron.

02 September 2013 • 07:34 AMT
Judi Dench’s “Philomena” release date set after Venice Film Fest success

Director Stephen Frears and stars Judi Dench and Steve Coogan also got a standing ovation at a press conference.

02 September 2013 • 07:22 AMT
Karabakh celebrating 22nd independence anniversary

On September 2, 1991, the Nagorno Karabakh Republic was proclaimed by regional council and the Shahumyan council of people’s deputies.

02 September 2013 • 07:04 AMT
Russia to start monitoring flights over U.S. under Open Skies Treaty

Experts from Russia will conduct two flights on board a Tupolev Tu-154M-LK-1 plane between September 2 and 16.

02 September 2013 • 06:48 AMT
Azerbaijan intensifies crackdown on journalists ahead of Oct vote: group

The European Union and other bodies in June accused the ex-Soviet state of tightening curbs on free expression.

02 September 2013 • 06:36 AMT
Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Xperia Z1 set for late Sept release: report

Samsung has already sent out invites for its ‘Unpacked’ event at IFA, which is traditionally used as a platform to launch new Note devices.

02 September 2013 • 06:29 AMT
LG unveils G Pad 8.3 tablet to be released in winter

The South Korean company claims that it is the first to build an 8-inch tablet sporting a 1920×1200 WUXGA full HD screen.

02 September 2013 • 06:19 AMT
Weinstein Co. to buy Wasikowska’s “Tracks” after Venice debut

Wasikowska stars as Robyn Davidson, who made her way across 2,000 miles of the Australian desert following the collapse of her marriage.

02 September 2013 • 06:15 AMT
“Spirited Away” cult helmer Hayao Miyazaki retiring

“The Wind Rises” will be the 72-year-old director’s last movie, Studio Ghibli president said at a news conference at the Venice Film Fest.

02 September 2013 • 05:58 AMT
Egyptian military demolishes Gaza Strip homes

A possible creation of a buffer zone is planned to reduce weapons smuggling and illegal crossings by militants.

02 September 2013 • 05:53 AMT
Taliban attack U.S. base in Afghanistan

The U.S.-led NATO mission said no foreign nationals were killed in the morning raid on the Torkham base in Nangahar province.

02 September 2013 • 05:38 AMT
Dagestan shootout leaves militant killed, policeman injured

Attacks on security forces, police and civilians occur regularly in the North Caucasus, generated by ethnic, religious and political rivalries.

02 September 2013 • 05:33 AMT
U.S. congress skeptical over Syria military strike

Obama is taking a gamble by putting the brakes on the military assault he considers essential to maintain U.S. credibility.

31 August 2013 • 18:35 AMT
Obama says will seek congressional vote ahead of Syria strike

“We cannot and will not turn a blind eye to what happened in Damascus,” Obama said in statement at the White House Rose Garden.

31 August 2013 • 13:09 AMT
Naomi Watts talks her role as Princess Diana in upcoming bio

Speaking to InStyle UK, Watts joked that she may have to escape the UK once the film is released.