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07
.01.26
09:00
Society
Christmas services held across Belarusian Orthodox churches
Christmas services have been held in Orthodox churches across Belarus. Orthodox believers are celebrating the Nativity of Christ.
07:00
President
Lukashenko: Christmas traditions are a key part of national heritage
“Christmas traditions, which carry moral ideals, constitute an integral part of our rich cultural and spiritual heritage, strengthen the bond between generations, and help build Belarus’ future on the principles of peace and harmony,” the message of greetings reads.
06
.01.26
20:00
Society
From Belarus to the world: A tour guide on Domeyko’s Chilean legacy and Chagall’s roots
In a new episode of the On Point. The Nation’s Pride project on BelTA’s YouTube channel, tour guide Sofiya Macharashvili spoke about Ignacy Domeyko’s recognition in Chile and reflected on what it is like to come from a land of outstanding people.
19:24
Society
Analyst highlights pragmatic rationale behind Poland’s EU membership
Poland remains a member of the European Union because it receives preferential treatment compared to others, Editor-in-Chief of the Words and Meanings almanac Elena Kondratieva-Salguero (France) said in a recent episode of BelTA’s YouTube project “V Teme” [On Point].
19:14
President
Belarus president’s special fund to spend over Br100,000 to support talented youth
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has signed an executive order to approve the decision made by the council of the Belarus president special fund to provide support to talented youth.
19:03
Economy
Belarus plans to boost agricultural productivity, food security in 2026-2030
The Belarusian Ministry of Agriculture and Food has explained how agriculture will develop over the next five years in Belarus.
18:48
President
Belarus president’s special fund to spend over Br1m to support gifted students
The money will be spent to pay scholarships to 194 university students, 38 grand prizes to winners of international academic excellence competitions and encouragement prizes to 320 students and cadets.
18:45
Society
Belarus ensures stable border operations, improves crossing procedures
To improve border crossing conditions, a remote registration system for the electronic queue was launched on 1 January. Furthermore, starting in 2026, a paid service for crossing the border without queuing has been introduced.
18:36
Sport
Sabalenka to face Cirstea in Brisbane round of 16
In the women’s singles round of 32, Romanian tennis player Sorana Cirstea (world No.41) defeated Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko (No.23) in two sets, 6-2, 7-6. She will now face the defending champion, Belarusian Aryna Sabalenko, for a place in the quarterfinals.
18:25
Economy
Belarus’ new decree targets more profitable meat production
A large-scale program to build and modernize steer raising and fattening complexes will be launched in 2026-2030.
18:14
President
Belarus president’s scholarships for 2026 awarded to 55 postgraduate students
The Belarusian president’s scholarships for the year 2026 have been awarded to 55 postgraduate students, who pursue thesis research in priority areas of scientific, technical, and innovative activities. Aleksandr Lukashenko signed the relevant order on 6 January.
18:02
Society
Minsk, Moscow, St. Petersburg top Belarus-Russia rail routes
The most popular routes between Belarus and Russia include Minsk, Moscow, and St. Petersburg. These account for nearly three-quarters (72.2%) of direct railway passenger traffic, Belarus’ Transport and Communications Minister Aleksei Lyakhnovich said.
17:47
Economy
Belarus sees growth in ferrous metals purchases via
exchange
The increase in sales of ferrous metals and related
products via the BUCE platform was facilitated by favorable pricing conditions
in this segment of the exchange market, where a downward trend persisted
throughout the entire previous year.
