Press releases

Belarus remains in UEFA top 50 to send 4 clubs to European cups
This season, FC ML Vitebsk and FC Dinamo Minsk saw their European runs come to an end in the third qualifying round, while FC BATE Borisov exited the Conference League in the second stage...

Call of Polesie festival to feature open-air cinema, themed installations
The festival cinema’s lineup includes Belarusian-produced films under the overarching theme Women of Belarus: History and Modernity...

One in four children in Belarus now raised in large families
Brest Oblast ranks first in the number of large families, followed by Minsk Oblast, with Gomel Oblast in third place. According to Yuliya Berdnikova, large families have been elevated to the level of a national value. Support measures for large families are multifaceted, with one of the key initiatives being the Family Capital program...

From regional to international: The birth and evolution of Call of Polesie festival
The event was conceived to introduce thousands of people to the unique culture and traditions of the Poleshuks (the inhabitants of the historic Polesie region), featuring ancient holidays and rituals, songs and dances, legends and folklore, as well as the exceptional skill of artisans and arts and crafts masters...

Gomel Oblast to present its cultural gems at Call of Polesie festival
The Call of Polesie is dedicated to the Year of the Belarusian Women. Overall, the Polesie districts of Gomel Oblast and Brest Oblast are united under the common theme The Heart of Polesie in Women's Hands which honors the outstanding women from the participating districts...

Archaeologists discover medieval forge during excavations in Oshmyany District
Among the finds were also several knives, keys, snow cleats and pieces of armor. Several items not directly related to blacksmithing were also found in the forge: beads, womenэs pendants, and pottery, including some with maker's marks...

MP: Polesie has huge untapped tourism potential
Polesie is a real goldmine for tourism, Mikhail Rusy, Chairman of the Standing Committee for Legislation and State Administration of the Council of the Republic, told the media during a visit to Petrikov District...

Belarus’ Pekarski claims European Aquatics Championships bronze in 50m butterfly
In the final, he clocked 22.68 seconds. In the battle for bronze, the Belarusian finished 0.04 seconds ahead of Italian world and Olympic champion Thomas Ceccon...

Robots, drones, UAVs. Science festival in Minsk to feature massive competitions
During the Science Festival an Intellectual Technologies platform bringing together five spectacular competitions will be organized for the first time. According to Vladimir Karanik, the NASB strives to make science as accessible and exciting as possible for all ages, this is why both children from six years old and adults can take part in the competitions, however, prior registration is required for participants...

Grodno excavations uncover remains of 17th-century church
In addition, materials associated with individual cults were found. In particular, this refers to medallions. Artifacts from the 17th - 19th centuries were also found there. It is presumed that this cemetery functioned for a short period of time and was connected with the activities of the church. The burial ground was likely abandoned after the church ceased to exist...

Brest Oblast to bring royal heritage, folk traditions to Call of Polesie festival
The 2026 edition of the festival is dedicated to the Year of the Belarusian Woman. The theme will form the basis of the programs. “From Brest Oblast, the festival will feature the town of Pinsk, Stolin District, Luninets District, Ivanovo District, and Pinsk District. Each of them has its own concept,” Viktor Rafalovich said...

Researchers establish timeline of Slavic settlement on Menka River near Minsk
Previously, it was believed that the Slavs came to this land from the south not earlier than the 9th century. Now we have proven that it was around the 7th century. Pottery, several ornaments and a spindle whorl were found. Let me emphasize once again; this is indeed one of the early Slavic complexes,” Andrei Voitekhovich said...

Brest to host first national championships in rowing beach sprint
The competition will serve as a qualifier for selecting the national team roster for the European and World Championships in rowing beach sprint...

Pekarski advances to European Aquatics Championships final with Belarusian record in 50m butterfly
In the semifinals of the 50m butterfly, Grigori Pekarski finished third in 22.75 seconds. He broke the Belarusian national record in the event by 0.15 seconds, surpassing the mark set by Yauhen Tsurkin, which had stood for 13 years...

Arutiunian books main draw spot at Astana ATP Challenger
In the decisive qualification match, Arutiunian defeated Malaysian Mitsuki Wei Kang Leong in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4...

Boris Eifman ballet theater to present EIFMAN GALA in Minsk
Audiences will have the exclusive opportunity to see, in a single evening, selected pieces from the legendary choreographer's internationally renowned productions...

Belarusian women’s team third at European Pentathlon Championships
The medalists of the continental forum were Anastasiya Arol, Mariya Gnedtchik and Viyaleta Hureyeva. The team standings for each country were calculated using the results of finalists...

Belarusian Arol claims silver at European Pentathlon Championships
Eighteen of the strongest athletes from nine countries competed for the continental title in the final...

Unique amulet from 3rd millennium B.C. found in Beshenkovichi District
During the expedition, researchers discovered numerous artifacts primarily associated with the Northern Belarusian culture, including pottery fragments, bone, antler and flint objects, hunting weapons, fishing equipment, as well as artistic items and ornaments...

Father of 11 from Vileika District thanks Lukashenko
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko spoke with local residents during a working trip to Vileika District...