News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyHartsiotis visits Akrotiri residents in Limassol hotels amid security concerns
Limassol, Cyprus. Presidential Commissioner Marios Hartsiotis visited residents of Akrotiri staying in three Limassol hotels on Friday, saying the state is supporting their safety, health and well-being amid ongoing security concerns. Visit to displaced…
SocietyCyprus president pledges support for those affected by foot-and-mouth disease outbreak
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides said the government is standing by all those affected by the foot-and-mouth disease…
SocietyCyprus to send new wave of test emergency text alerts on Friday afternoon
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ interior ministry said a new wave of test emergency text messages will be sent to…
SocietyAkrotiri primary school, nursery and environmental education centre to remain closed on Monday
Akrotiri, Cyprus. The primary school in the village of Akrotiri, the village’s nursery school and the environmental education…
SocietyPaphos authorities identify gaps in shelter and civil protection preparedness
Paphos, Cyprus. Authorities in Paphos held a district meeting on shelters and civil protection on Friday, identifying gaps…
SocietyCongested airspace cited for repeated security threat alerts near British Akrotiri base
Akrotiri, Cyprus. A British defence ministry spokesman said congested airspace above and around Cyprus is behind repeated “security…
SocietyFoot-and-mouth disease spreads in Dromolaxia, prompting expanded measures in Larnaca district
Dromolaxia, Cyprus. Foot-and-mouth disease has spread in Dromolaxia, extending the virus outside the initial 10km containment zone, which…
SocietyLarnaca EOA president urges strategic plan as foot-and-mouth disease hits livestock sector
Larnaca, Cyprus. The president of the Larnaca district self-government organisation (EOA) said decisions on livestock farming must be…
SocietyCyprus study links high uncertainty avoidance to car ownership, waste and food overconsumption
Nicosia, Cyprus. A study on Cyprus’ sociocultural profile has found the country scores higher on uncertainty avoidance than…
SocietyClouds and rain expected from midday Friday, with snow possible on Troodos peaks on Saturday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Weather conditions are expected to turn unsettled from midday Friday, with rain and possible isolated thunderstorms,…
SocietyHouse passes law requiring written reasons for ending motor insurance for drivers over 70
Nicosia, Cyprus. Motor insurance companies must now document their reasons when terminating coverage for people aged over 70…