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06 February 2012 • 12:01 AMT
Paris ministerial summit to host Sarkozy, Merkel

The two leaders and their ministers are to discuss, among others, situation in Greece and Franco-German ministerial council.

06 February 2012 • 12:00 AMT
Best Buy asks customers about Apple TV

A customer survey form reprinted by the Verge pitches the notion of a 42in, 1080p LED-backlit TV running iOS.

06 February 2012 • 11:58 AMT
Armenian soldier killed at contact line

On February 5, 7:20 pm, NKR defense army soldier Marat Dimaktsyan, born 1992, died from a gunshot wound.

06 February 2012 • 11:53 AMT
Last hearing on mass killer Brevik case launched

About 100 survivors and relatives of the victims of the July 22 massacre attended the hearing in Oslo’s district court.

06 February 2012 • 11:53 AMT
Assembly calls on Clinton to disavow her ill-considered statement on Genocide

Hillary Clinton, said U.S recognition of the Armenian Genocide “opens a door that is a very dangerous one to go through.”

06 February 2012 • 11:41 AMT
President Abbas to lead Palestinian unity government

A deal to form Palestinian unity govt between Abbas’ Fatah party and rival Hamas movement was inked in Doha.

06 February 2012 • 11:36 AMT
13 dead, 40 missing in Philippines quake

A strong quake destroyed buildings, triggering landslides that buried dozens of houses in the central Philippines.

06 February 2012 • 11:31 AMT
Samsung confirms Galaxy Nexus White release date for UK

Pre-order listings for the Galaxy Nexus White were spotted early last month, with official images cropping up shortly after.

06 February 2012 • 11:25 AMT
China publishes a full coverage map of the moon

The resolution of the images obtained from Chang’e-2 is 17 times greater than those taken by the its predecessor, the Chang’e-1.

06 February 2012 • 11:23 AMT
Ukraine reduces Russian gas consumption to aid Europe

Ukraine’s Naftogaz said it reduced consumption of Russian gas to guarantee highest possible gas delivery to EU.

06 February 2012 • 11:13 AMT
China defends decision to join Russia in Syria resolution veto

China Daily quoted experts as saying the veto by China and Russia would “win more time for a political solution to the crisis.”

06 February 2012 • 11:09 AMT
Chinese media fund to invest $800 million in Hollywood productions

The fund will operate in three distinct areas – mergers and acquisitions, distribution in Asia and movie content.

06 February 2012 • 10:58 AMT
Jesus Christ baptismal site is now military zone full of mines

Arpi Nakashian: once a year, Armenians from Jerusalem gather on the West Bank of the river and celebrate the baptism of Christ.

06 February 2012 • 10:44 AMT
Levon Aronian to participate in Bilbao Grand Slam 2012

From September 24-October 13, Armenian grandmaster Levon Aronian will participate in ChessGrand Slam 2012.

06 February 2012 • 10:42 AMT
Facebook to show ads on mobile devices

Facebook has already discussed proposals with advertising agencies for displaying ‘featured stories’ in users news feeds.

06 February 2012 • 10:39 AMT
Queen Elizabeth II thanks nation for support

The queen’s Diamond Jubilee will be feted with a series of regional, national and international events throughout 2012.

06 February 2012 • 10:25 AMT
Manchester United fans remember Feb 6, 1958 plane crash victims

Eight United players were among the 23 people who died when the plane caught fire soon after take off in Munich.

06 February 2012 • 10:17 AMT
HTC posts 26% drop in Q4 profits

HTC has grown on the strength of the design of its handsets, based on Google Inc.’s Android operating system.

06 February 2012 • 10:10 AMT
Russian FM: UN resolution on Syria “borders on hysteria”

“Such response is aimed at suppressing what’s actually happening,” Lavrov said, following comments from the West.

06 February 2012 • 09:59 AMT
Armenian school in Istanbul to receive tablet PCs

A team of 100 qualified technicians will be available to address any problems that teachers and students may experience.

06 February 2012 • 09:42 AMT
Simpsons join Barbie on Iran’s banned dolls blacklist

Superman and Spiderman are allowed, because “they help oppressed people and they have a positive stance.”

06 February 2012 • 09:39 AMT
Aram Julfalakyan wins gold at International Wrestling Tournament

Both Arthur Mkrtchyan and Hrach Hovannisyan secured bronze medals, while Tigran Sahakyan finished 4th.

06 February 2012 • 09:38 AMT
Lavrov dubs UN resolution on Syria “hasty”

The FM said that Russia was “surprised” at the Council’s rejection of the Russian proposed amendments to the text.

06 February 2012 • 09:18 AMT
Google+ “invading” Asia, although blocked in China

While Google has insisted that China is still a key part of its plans for the region, Google+ is blocked in the country.

06 February 2012 • 09:16 AMT
Vladimir Akopian, Hrant Melkumyan to participate in Aeroflot Open

The festival prize fund totals 125.000 euro. The three tournaments will be held in 9 rounds in line with contenders’ ranking points.

06 February 2012 • 09:13 AMT
Romanian PM resigns “to ease social situation”

Romanians staged weeks of protests against low living standards, corruption and passage of laws without parliamentary debate.

06 February 2012 • 08:59 AMT
50 reportedly killed in Syria’s Homs on Feb 6

“This is the most violent bombardment in recent days,” said one activist in Syria who was in touch with Homs residents.

06 February 2012 • 08:57 AMT
ATP rankings: David Nalbandian climbs 84th

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic keeps lead with 13630 points; Rafael Nadal (Spain) comes 2nd with 10435 points.

06 February 2012 • 08:46 AMT
Oil nears $97 amid investor concerns about Greek debt talks

Analysts remain concerned that crude demand in developed countries, particularly those in Europe, will be weak this year.

06 February 2012 • 08:43 AMT
Austrian singer may represent Armenia in 2012 Eurovision Song Contest?

A video by Sankil Jones titled “Fire” has already found a positive response among fans of Eurovision Song contest.