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07 February 2013 • 13:33 AMT
“V/H/S” helmer to direct “Intrusion” thriller

A young woman’s life begins to unravel shortly after moving to San Francisco, when she realizes she’s being pursued by a disturbed stalker.

07 February 2013 • 13:07 AMT
Armenia to appeal to international courts over Safarov case

Hrayr Tovmasyan: Justice Ministry is preparing the appeal, with international experts among those involved in the work.

07 February 2013 • 13:01 AMT
USD market average rate totals AMD 406.01 Feb 7

The market average rate of USD totaled AMD 406.01 on February 7, decreasing by 0.02 point compared to February 6.

07 February 2013 • 13:01 AMT
Poll: 65% of Armenian voters to go to the polls

A public opinion polls conducted on Feb 6 revealed that 65 % RA citizens have voiced readiness to go the polls on Feb 18.

07 February 2013 • 12:57 AMT
8 Armenian skiers to participate in World Championship

Armenian Ski Federation Secretary General hailed the organization and conduction of 2013 championship.

07 February 2013 • 12:52 AMT
“Horrible Bosses” star Jason Bateman to headline “Game Night” comedy

The film follows a group of couples who get together regularly to play games; but on this night, things get real and it becomes a murder mystery.

07 February 2013 • 12:43 AMT
Anti-regime rally in Yerevan to target CEC, observer missions

The activists will “urge the public to bring down the criminal regime and raise awareness of the most burning issues.”

07 February 2013 • 12:30 AMT
EU proposes new rules for cybercrime reporting

Digital agenda commissioner Neelie Kroes said that Europe needed to improve how it dealt with cybersecurity.

07 February 2013 • 12:24 AMT
Fox 2000 to adapt Caldecott-winning “Blackout” book

John Rocco’s bestselling book follows a young family, disconnected from each other by their obsessive everyday use of technology.

07 February 2013 • 12:22 AMT
Candidate Hayrikyan may change his mind, delay elections

“Mr Hayrikyan’s health has impaired. Doctors have banned him from leaving hospital, at least for a few days,” an HQ coordinator said.

07 February 2013 • 12:14 AMT
Yoda designer, make-up legend Stuart Freeborn dies at 98

Before working on “Star Wars,” the British prosthetic specialist’s skills were utilized by Stanley Kubrick.

07 February 2013 • 12:14 AMT
Alcatel-Lucent CEO Verwaayen leaving company

No details on Verwaayen’s replacement were provided. He has agreed to stay on as caretaker until a successor can be found.

07 February 2013 • 12:07 AMT
Ter-Petrossian hints at new ANC-based party

The first president of Armenia, ANC Levon Ter-Petrossian confessed that the bloc is on the brink of extinction.

07 February 2013 • 12:05 AMT
Market basket value totals AMD 52 038 in Armenia

As the National Statistical Service of Armenia, the total value of consumer basket comprised AMD 624 464 on a yearly basis.

07 February 2013 • 12:01 AMT
Report offers to include “vote against all candidates” option

Protection of Rights Without Borders NGO received numerous complaints on electoral bribery, organization head said.

07 February 2013 • 11:58 AMT
Iran says it decoded, released footage from downed U.S. drone

This claim from Tehran comes at the same time that the U.S. drone program is being heavily debated in Washington.

07 February 2013 • 11:32 AMT
L’Occidentale: Russia regaining control of Caucasus

Russia is ruling the Caucasus through “divide and conquer” strategy, using regional conflicts to its own benefit, the newsletter said.

07 February 2013 • 11:30 AMT
Michael Douglas, Robert De Niro’ “Last Vegas” release date moved

The film is about four old friends who decide to throw a Las Vegas bachelor party for the only one of them who has remained single.

07 February 2013 • 11:28 AMT
Presidential candidate Hayrikyan’s health impairs

Presidential hopeful Paruyr Hayrikyan’s health deteriorated, candidate’s campaign headquarters coordinator said.

07 February 2013 • 11:25 AMT
Party rep: forces uninvolved in polls secretly support candidates

Mission party member Manuk Sukiasyan called on Armenian citizens to vote against all of the presidential candidates.

07 February 2013 • 11:22 AMT
Russian fighter jets reportedly violate Japan airspace

The alleged intrusion came on Japan’s “Northern Territories Day”, when rallies are traditionally held for return of islands.

07 February 2013 • 11:13 AMT
Palestinian official urges Obama to help resume talks with Israel

“If there is anyone who can press the Israelis to change their attitude, it’s the American president,” said Rajoub.

07 February 2013 • 10:59 AMT
Nare, David most popular baby names in Armenia in 2012

19618 girls and 22715 boys were born in Armenia in 2012, according to the National Statistical Service.

07 February 2013 • 10:48 AMT
Microsoft looking into 2014 Office for Linux release – rumor

Speculation is that Office for Android will serve as a stepping stone for Office on Linux desktop computers.

07 February 2013 • 10:39 AMT
Polls: candidate Ghukasyan has highest anti-rating

22% of respondents said they would never vote for Andrias Ghukasyan, 21% – for the incumbent president Serzh Sargsyan.

07 February 2013 • 10:35 AMT
Iran’s supreme leader rejects direct talks with U.S.

“If some people want American rule to be established again in Iran, the nation will rise up to face them,” Khamenei said.

07 February 2013 • 10:24 AMT
Heads of Uzbek banks detained over foreign currency deals

Among those arrested are Muzaffar Ermatov, deputy CEO of Ipoteka bank and a number of credit organization managers.

07 February 2013 • 10:15 AMT
Syrian rebels battle army in Damascus offensive

Hajar al-Aswad is close to the southern entrance of the capital and the main highway to the city of Deraa and the Jordanian border.

07 February 2013 • 10:06 AMT
Norway’s Statoil fourth-quarter profits plunge 50%

Revenue declined by 8 percent to 159.2 billion kronor, with higher gas volumes partly offsetting a drop in prices.

07 February 2013 • 10:00 AMT
ICES hails balanced media coverage of electoral process

Large number of publications reflected on health condition of candidate Andrias Ghukasyan, who continues his hunger strike.