Angelina Bagdasaryan

Russian-Born Composer Gives Concerts to Raise Money for Ukraine's Children

Ian Maksin is among Russian and Ukrainian artists in the US taking action to help Ukraine in the face of Moscow’s aggression

Ukrainian Diaspora in LA Holds Weekly Flash Mobs in Support of Ukraine

Every week, the Ukrainian diaspora in Los Angeles get together to support their home in Ukraine. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story of the two women behind one unique show of support in this report, narrated by Anna Rice.

US-Based Volunteers Establish Clinic for Ukrainian Refugees in Hungary

A Russian, two Ukrainians who have made homes for themselves in Los Angeles fly to Budapest to help those whom war has left homeless

Face of Olena Kurilo – Bloodied Symbol of Russia’s Attack on Ukraine

Los Angeles-based artist Zhenya Gershman was so moved that she painted a portrait of Kurilo from the photograph.

Overcoming Cancer

We share the journey of a young cancer survivor and the support she finds along the way. Reporter: Angelina Bagadasaryan, Camera: Vazgen Varzhabetian, Adapted by: Zdenko Novacki

California Hotels Use Robots to Do Service Jobs

Basic room service that would have been handled by staff is now handled by robots

California Nursing Homes Use Robotic Pets to Help the Elderly

California Governor Plans to Extend Healthcare Coverage to Undocumented Immigrants

Most of California’s uninsured are undocumented immigrants, according to the non-profit group, California Health Care Foundation. Governor Newsom’s says his solution is simple, but as Anglina Bagdasaryan reports, it’s also controversial. Anna Rice narrates the story. Camera: Vazgen Varzhabetian

Los Angeles Airport Finds Success with Therapy Dogs to Unstress Passengers

The dogs are not at the Los Angeles International Airport to hop on a plane – they work here

'Flurona,' Getting Hit With Flu Plus COVID, Comes to California

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have forgotten about that age-old winter sickness: the flu. But it is flu season, and some unlucky people are getting hit with both illnesses. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice. Camera - Vazgen Varzhabetian.

Retired LA Residents Give Holiday Gifts To The City’s Homeless

For this exhibition held in a homeless shelter in Los Angeles, California local retirees have created dozens of paintings; each one has a message from its author.

LA School Board Fires 500 Employees Lacking COVID Shot

All of those fired have been on unpaid leave since mid-October

California Fast Food Workers Strike to Demand Better Working Conditions

Fast food workers in California have walked off their jobs to demand more pay and better working conditions. The walk out comes as fast-food restaurants are already finding it hard to find workers. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice. Camera: Vazgen Varzhabetian

Los Angeles Approves One of the Strictest Vaccine Mandates in US

Enforcement of the measure begins in late November, with fines of up to $5,000 for businesses that allow in patrons who have not been vaccinated     

As More US States Mandate COVID-19 Vaccine, Exemptions Remain

Although more states are mandating the COVID-19 vaccine, a few groups are still exempt from getting them. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.

California’s New Laws: How Locals Feel About the Changes

In recent weeks, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a number of laws that have provoked controversy and appeared to become part of the so-called culture wars in America. Angelina Bagdasaryan spoke with some Californians about these new laws in her report, narrated by Anna Rice.

California to Accept 5,000 Afghan Refugees

California is set to accept five thousand refugees from Afghanistan, and the state is getting prepared. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story from Los Angeles, narrated by Anna Rice. Camera - Vazgen Varzhabetian.

LA Community Marks 80th Anniversary of Babi Yar Massacre

During the Second World War, German troops murdered not only Jews but also Soviet prisoners and Ukrainian nationalists at the site

LA School District to Require Students Over 12 to Get Vaccinated by January

The Los Angeles Unified School District will require all students over the age of 12 to be fully vaccinated by January if they want to attend school. Anna Rice narrates the story..

Los Angeles Bids Farewell to Legendary Master of the Duduk

Jivan Gasparyan was an Armenian musician and composer