Safety & Civil Defense: Belarus will hold a nationwide Unified Safety Day on Sept. 24, focusing on fire and emergency behavior at mass-gathering sites, with 139 thematic platforms across regions and checks of fire suppression systems, automation, and evacuation routes. Minsk Metro Disruption: “Ploshcha Lienina” station was temporarily closed after an unattended bag was found; service resumed about 25 minutes later after police examined and removed the item. Crime & Public Order: A Minsk court sentenced a 57-year-old man for hitting a pensioner with a bicycle and then leaving the scene; he admitted guilt, apologized, and compensated damages. Scams Targeting Seniors: Police warn of a new phone scam ahead of Oct. 1, where callers pose as Social Protection Fund staff and try to obtain personal data or SMS codes. Culture & Heritage: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met the Grunwald Museum director in Warsaw to plan a Belarusian-language audio guide and expand Belarusian participation in 2027 commemorations. International Relations (Algeria): Council of the Republic Speaker Natalia Kochanova wrapped up a two-day visit to Algeria, meeting President Tebboune and reaffirming readiness to expand cooperation; Belarus’s PM also held talks with her. Business Support: Belarusian sellers hit by damage to Wildberries warehouses in Russia will be able to apply for government-backed support tailored to the specifics of their goods. Tech & Economy: Hi-Tech Park approved 31 new residents, including projects in digital healthcare and industrial automation. Energy: Minsk CHPP-4 will conduct commissioning works Sept. 18-21, with possible daytime noise as equipment is prepared for the autumn-winter season.