News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyPower cuts leave 14 people trapped in lifts across Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Rolling electricity outages across Cyprus on Wednesday night left 14 people trapped in lifts, requiring rescue operations by the fire brigade. Fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said lift maintenance companies and installers…
SocietyEAC remains central to Cyprus energy transition, minister says
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Electricity Authority of Cyprus will remain a central part of the country’s energy transition as…
SocietyConcerns raised over heavy pruning of Larnaca’s historic Finikoudes palms
Larnaca, Cyprus. Concerns have been raised over the condition of the historic palm trees on Larnaca’s Finikoudes promenade…
SocietyXM Group commits €5 million to support Limassol wildfire-affected villages
Limassol, Cyprus. XM Group has committed €5 million to support families and communities affected by the 2025 wildfires…
SocietyCyprus targets 120MW storage capacity to prevent summer power cuts
Nicosia, Cyprus. Energy Minister Michael Damianos said efforts would be made to avoid further overnight electricity cuts after…
SocietyCyprus on heightened wildfire alert amid extreme heat and strong winds
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is facing what fire brigade chief Nikos Longinos described as potentially the most dangerous day…
SocietyCyprus schools prioritise mental resilience from early education
Nicosia, Cyprus. Building children’s mental resilience from early-years education has become a priority as schools expand support services…
SocietyForest fire red alert to remain in effect on Friday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A red alert for forest fire risk will remain in force on Friday, the forestry department…
SocietyCyprus schools expand air conditioning rollout ahead of new academic year
Nicosia, Cyprus. Most public preschools, high schools and nearly all middle schools will begin the new school year…
SocietyEuropean Commission report highlights Cyprus road transport reliance and congestion
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus relies heavily on road transport, has above-average traffic congestion and performs strongly on road safety,…
SocietyRepairs at Dhekelia and Vasiliko plants expected to restore power reserves
Nicosia, Cyprus. Repairs to two electricity generation units at the Dhekelia and Vasiliko power stations are expected to…