News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyYeroskipou cycling lane to undergo €108,452 restoration
Yeroskipou, Cyprus. The cycling lane on Goddess Aphrodite avenue will undergo a €108,452 restoration project beginning on September 1, Ierokipia municipality announced on Tuesday. The works are expected to take two months. Contract signed…
SocietyCyprus viral hepatitis death rate below EU average in 2023
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus recorded 0.21 deaths from viral hepatitis per 100,000 people in 2023, compared with an EU…
SocietyEAC to continue smart meter installations across Cyprus in August
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) said on Tuesday that mass smart meter installations will continue…
SocietyForestry Department issues red alert for forest fires
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Forestry Department issued a red alert for forest fires across the island on Tuesday, urging…
SocietyPasykaf urges women not to ignore persistent symptoms linked to gynaecological cancer
Nicosia, Cyprus. Persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort and other unusual symptoms should not be ignored, as they may be…
SocietyInland temperatures expected to reach 40C on Tuesday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Inland temperatures are expected to reach around 40C on Tuesday as a hot air mass and…
SocietyTwo farming units investigated for possible foot-and-mouth disease
Nicosia, Cyprus. Two farming units in Pentakomo, Limassol district, and Avgorou, Famagusta district, are under investigation for possible…
SocietyEMA says battery storage restrictions are undermining lower electricity costs
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Electricity Market Association (EMA) said on Monday that although battery storage is crucial to reducing…
SocietyDemolition works halted in Nicosia after asbestos discovery
Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities on Monday halted demolition-related works at a building in Ayios Andreas after asbestos sheets were…
SocietyPaphos EOA says recruitment procedures complied with legislation
Paphos, Cyprus. The Paphos district government organisation (EOA) said on Monday that its recent recruitment procedures were conducted…
SocietyCyprus unveils rapid response plan after motorway closure
Nicosia, Cyprus. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Monday announced a national rapid response plan aimed at improving coordination…