News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCarnival Sunday to bring clouds, isolated rain and possible storms across Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Partly cloudy weather with isolated rain and possible storms is expected across Cyprus on carnival Sunday, including along the south coast where celebrations are planned. Snow may also fall on the Troodos…
SocietyBra sizing gaps persist as fuller-bust shoppers struggle to find support and comfort
London, United Kingdom. An account has highlighted ongoing frustration over bra fit, arguing that limited sizing and inconsistent…
SocietyAyia Napa mobile desalination plant plans paused amid opposition and site review
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Plans to install a mobile desalination plant on the outskirts of Ayia Napa have been…
SocietyFoot-and-mouth outbreak centred in Oroklini prompts quarantine across parts of Larnaca district
Larnaca, Cyprus. Authorities have placed large swathes of the Larnaca district under strict quarantine after veterinary services confirmed…
SocietyFair morning skies give way to unsettled conditions and isolated rain, met office says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Weather conditions are expected to be generally fair early on Saturday before turning more unsettled later…
SocietyStricter controls planned for Easter bonfires in Cyprus, municipalities union says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Stricter controls will be imposed on the lighting of lambradjies ahead of Easter, while the tradition…
SocietyFoot-and-mouth disease confirmed at cow farm in Livadia as Cyprus orders lockdown and cull
Larnaca, Cyprus. Cyprus veterinary authorities have confirmed a case of foot-and-mouth disease at a cow-breeding unit in Livadia…
SocietyWarnings issued over kites and drones near Larnaca and Paphos airports for Green Monday
Larnaca, Cyprus. Authorities issued fresh warnings on Friday urging the public to avoid kite flying and drone use…
SocietyStrovolos municipality takes delivery of new emergency response vehicle
Strovolos, Cyprus. Strovolos municipality on Friday took delivery of a new vehicle intended to strengthen its emergency response…
SocietyCyprus transport minister warns of traffic deadlock as third Limassol highway plan advances
Nicosia, Cyprus. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades warned on Friday that Cyprus risks total traffic deadlock unless long-term road…
SocietyPremature baby delivered during emergency call after mother suffered severe haemorrhaging
Nicosia, Cyprus. A 27-week premature baby was born during an emergency call reporting that a woman was haemorrhaging…