News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyConsumer association: prices fell for 35 products and rose for 17 in October
The consumer association reported price drops of five to 12 per cent for 35 products and rises of 5 to 15 per cent for 17 products in October, and questioned the e-kalathi product expansion.
SocietyEcologists Movement Says At Least 12 Cats Poisoned in Chlorakas Since October 20
The Ecologists Movement reports that at least 12 cats have died in Chlorakas, possibly up to 40, and…
SocietyGiorgos Ioannou assumes post as new prisons director in Nicosia
Giorgos Ioannou formally began as head of the prisons department, promising a contemporary, safe and humane system, while…
SocietyCommissioner Calls for Stronger Role of Women in Cyprus Technology Sector
Gender equality commissioner Josie Christodoulou said at a Women4Cyber event that gender equality is essential for a fair…
SocietyCyprus Health Ministry Calls for National Strategy on Digital Media and Children’s Health
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides presented a three-part plan to reduce the effects of digital media on the health…
SocietyWhy summers feel shorter in adulthood, according to a University of Cyprus psychologist
A University of Cyprus professor of Cognitive Psychology says the sense that time speeds up with age is…
SocietyDemetriou and Dipa back Radiomarathon 2026 as Alma criticises its approach
Disy leader Annita Demetriou and Dipa expressed support for the annual Radiomarathon charity drive, while Alma voiced strong…
SocietyGeorge Ioannou takes up post as director of Cyprus central prisons
A retired military officer and former attaché to the United States has begun work as prisons director, as…
SocietyConstruction unions threaten action over work permits for third-country staff
SEK, PEO and DEOK warn of industrial action after the labour ministry renewed permits for third-country workers at…
SocietyEducation Ministry support programme workers begin indefinite strike over unimplemented employment law
Staff in the Education Ministry's support programmes stop work from Monday, November 2, and plan a march to…
SocietyCyprus Weather Forecast: Mild Monday, Showers Possible From Tuesday
Monday will bring intervals of cloud and highs of about 26C, while isolated showers or thunderstorms are expected…