News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyChildren First says most Cypriot children aged six and seven exceed recommended screen time
Nicosia, Cyprus. Children’s health observatory Children First said findings show most children in Cyprus aged six and seven spend more time on screens than recommended. The World Health Organisation advises children aged five to…
SocietyYellow warning issued for heavy rain, storms and strong winds from Saturday morning
Nicosia, Cyprus. A yellow weather warning has been issued as heavy rain, isolated storms and strong winds are…
SocietyFlight cancellations hit Larnaca and Paphos airports amid regional travel disruptions
Larnaca, Cyprus. Several flights were cancelled on Saturday at both Larnaca and Paphos airports as disruptions to regional…
SocietyCyprus “Route of Love” motorcycle ride continues in support of children with cancer
Nicosia, Cyprus. A five-day motorcycle ride across Cyprus in support of children with cancer continued on Friday, with…
SocietyCyprus life expectancy rises to 83.55 years in 2024, Eurostat data shows
Nicosia, Cyprus. Life expectancy at birth in Cyprus rose by 0.6 years in 2024 to 83.55 years, according…
SocietyMPs visit Kaimakli schools after parents cite “demographic alteration” and communication issues
Nicosia, Cyprus. MPs from the House education committee visited schools in Kaimakli on Friday after parents and students…
SocietyAkrotiri schools and environmental education centre to reopen after evacuation order lifted
Akrotiri, Cyprus. The nursery and primary schools in Akrotiri and the village’s environmental education centre will reopen on…
SocietyPaphos municipality and fire brigade discuss fire safety week 2026 public event
Paphos, Cyprus. The Paphos municipality met with members of the Paphos fire brigade on Friday to discuss awareness…
SocietyPasykaf welcomes cabinet approval of Cyprus national cancer institute law for 2026
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Pancyprian association of cancer patients and friends (Pasykaf) welcomed cabinet approval of the national cancer…
Society37 applications submitted for Cyprus central prison head position after Aristotelous suspension
Nicosia, Cyprus. A total of 37 applications have been submitted for the position of head of the central…
SocietyMild temperatures give way to rain, dust and possible hail as low pressure moves north
Nicosia, Cyprus. Mild temperatures and slightly cloudy conditions are expected to continue as the working week ends, before…