She was born on April 12th 1984. During her childhood she had tasted Art in its different faces. Her parents are sculptor David Bejanian and singer Nadiejhda Sarkissian, who is also her manager and supervisor. Beside her solo career, she is one of the remarkable members of group "Hayer". When she is on stage, you can feel the strength of her voice. She has the ability to capture the audience and transfer all her emotions during the performance. A voice worth to be listened to and a series of talents need to be yet discovered. In spite of her small age, she held the title of "Best Female Singer" of year 2006 in the 4th Armenian National Music Awards. She is Emma Bejanian or simply Emmy.

"Haverj Oughin" (The Path of the Eternal) film on Karekin Njdeh (Garegin Nzhdeh) was displayed in Yerevan (and various other locations in Armenia, including divisions of the Armenian Army).

The film is created by Arthur Babyan and Armen Tevanian and its mass production is sponsored by MP Vahe Hagopian.

In memory of the late Armenian Prime Minister Antranig Markarian (Andranik Margaryan), who was an ardent believer in the teachings of Karekin Njdeh, a memorial celebration was held in Yerevan on 1st August 2007, during which more than 100 people (from Armenia and Diaspora) attended the screening of the documentary movie, in cooperation with the Naregatsi Arts Union and "Philadelphia" Society.

The Christian Education Department of the Catholicosate of Cilicia and the Holy Bible Society of Lebanon have jointly published a new children's Bible, a project initiated by His Holiness Aram I.

The Bible summarizes the Old and New Testaments in 256 pages tailored for the use of children and teens through the use of pedagogical approaches. The publication is colorful and pictorial; its language is simple and understandable for children. It is the Armenian version of the volume originally published in English by the Holy Bible Society.

The second album of Sako Buduzian is now out and you can enjoy the patriotic and revolutionary songs inlcuded in this second serious album of this young singer, who lives in Aleppo.

Azad-Hye interviewed Sako Buduzian on this occasion:

1- When did you start your first steps in music? And what were the stages you came through?
In my early years, I started participating in Saint Mary (Asdvadzadzin) Church's choir in Aleppo, where I am still a member. I attended private vocal lessons with Araks Chekijian.

2- What was your first serious musical work?
My first work was a CD album called "Tson angakhoutian" in honor of the 85th anniversary of the First Armenia's Independent Day under patronage of Syrian-Armenian Youth Union (SEM).

Internationally renowned Iranian-Armenian artist Marcos Grigorian died on 27 August 2007 in Armenia. He was 82.

Marcos Grigorian, who is recognized as a pioneer of Iranian modern art, died from a heart attack at his home. His niece Janet Lazarian said that he will probably be buried in Armenia.

Marcos was born into an Iranian Armenian family which emigrated from Russia to Iran in 1930. After finishing his pre-university education in Iran, he studied at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome. In 1954, Grigorian returned to Iran from Rome and opened the Galerie Esthetique in Tehran.

His Holiness Aram I held an interview with journalists from the F2 French TV station in Antelias on 11 September 2007. Several ecumenical and Armenian issues were discussed, including the presence of Christianity in the Middle East and the presidential elections in Lebanon.

Speaking about the Christian presence in the Middle East, the Pontiff describes it as a "presence mired by conflicts and challenges." He then asked: "When has Christianity not been so in its history in the region? A passive approach to this situation is not acceptable. Christianity is a witness and the witness is commitment and struggle. Christianity should organize itself with this spirit and vision." His Holiness said. The Catholicos pointed out that the migration of Christians from Iraq, Iran and Jerusalem is a serious problem.

Abril Bookstore-Publishing has just released Sona Zeitlian's bilingual (Armenian-English) folktale "Grateful Animals" illustrated by Alik Arzoumanian.

"Grateful Animals" is based on the oral tradition of the villagers of Musa Dagh. The tales were recounted in native dialect and recorded for the first time in Ainjar (Lebanon) by Sona Zeitlian.

The purpose of presenting "Grateful Animals" in bilingual form is to introduce Armenian traditions and values to the multicultural society we live in.

On Friday, 7 September 2007, Mesrobian Technical College concluded its Oasis 2007 summer program during a special ceremony held for this purpose. The ceremony was prepared by participating students and was held in AUC Boghossian Hall, in the presence of the students' parents, teachers, and friends; around 600 presents overall.

The celebration started with the national anthems of Lebanon and Armenia. Following that, the students performed Armenian, Arabic and Italian songs, as well as Armenian, Arabic and European dances, and martial arts shows.

A senior delegation of five Muslim clerics representing the Association of Muslim Clerics of Lebanon visited His Holiness Aram I on 20 August 2007. The representative of the Armenian community in the Christian-Muslim Dialogue Committee, Dr. Jean Salmanian, also attended the meeting.

The delegation expressed its support to the Armenian Pontiff, particularly in light of his recently expressed national positions and the importance he pays to the Christian-Muslim dialogue. The two sides also engaged in a general analytical discussion of the political situation in Lebanon.

"A work of art should progress towards immortality", says Khedeshian.

The management of the Catholicosate of Cilicia's Seminary organized an evening of art in the "Prapion Doumanian" hall of the Seminary in Bikfaya on 06 September 2007.

The event was organized under the auspices of Catholicos Aram I, who attended the lecture along with the Members of the Cilician Brotherhood and the Seminary students.

The Armenian-American Political Action Committee (ARMENPAC) mourns the passing away of Hovnanian

Jirair S. Hovnanian passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 14, 2007, at his home in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, after 80 years of inspiring others to live their dreams. Whether you knew him for a day or for a lifetime, Jirair made a deep and lasting impression on everyone he met. His passion for life was contagious and he lifted the spirits and hopes of all he came in contact with. He lived for his wife Elizabeth, his sons Stephen and Peter and their families, and hundreds more in his extended family. He lived for his roses and his garden. He lived for his Armenian people, supporting their efforts both in America and abroad. He lived for his entrepreneurial projects, using his gift for navigating the global perspective to achieve things that many thought impossible. But most of all, he lived the American dream, and inspired so many others to do the same.

About 200.000 Iranians living in the United Arab Emirates and others who will be traveling from Iran during the Norooz (Iranian New Year) celebrations, will enjoy 3 live concerts in Dubai, performed by well- known Iranian artists.

These specific events will take place on 26, 27 and 28 March 2007 according to the following schedule:

Venue: Dubai Airport Expo.
Time: 09:00 pm (doors open at 08:00 pm)

Azad-Hye contacted Vachik from the organizing company (Concerto Production Corp.) who provided us with brief information about each of the performing stars:

Today Armenia's Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian met representatives of Brussels-based think tanks and international organisations to discuss Armenia's deepening relationship with the European Union and its foreign policy in general. Held in the wake of the international conference on the European Neighbourhood Policy that took place on 3 September 2007, this round table dealt with Armenia's expectations from the European Union and its goal of "European integration".