News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyFarmers to drive tractors into Nicosia in protest over unpaid and reduced benefits
Nicosia, Cyprus. Farmers will drive their tractors into Nicosia on Monday, February 16, to protest problems they say are affecting the sector and to demand immediate solutions. Their organisations announced the planned action on…
SocietyUnsettled weather to continue through Friday, with possible fine dust from Thursday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue through Friday, with fine dust possibly present in the atmosphere…
SocietyCommissioner cites persistent animal welfare gaps and calls for stronger enforcement measures
Larnaca, Cyprus. Environment and animal welfare commissioner Antonia Theodosiou highlighted persistent animal welfare issues and called for stronger…
SocietyCyprus dam water levels remain critically low despite recent rains
Nicosia, Cyprus. Officials warned on Monday that water levels in Cyprus dams remain exceedingly low despite recent rains.…
SocietyTechnical fault at Larnaca desalination plant may temporarily reduce water supply in parts of Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ water development department warned on Monday of a temporary reduction in water supply in Nicosia,…
SocietyOkypy says probe into death of Georgia Christofi at Larnaca General Hospital near completion
Larnaca, Cyprus. Okypy said investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of 42-year-old Georgia Christofi at Larnaca general…
SocietyMild start to week with clouds, fog at night and rain possible on Tuesday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Light cloud is expected at the start of the week, with mild temperatures reaching 20 degrees…
SocietyCyprus parliament approves Explosives Law amendment to tighten controls on fireworks
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Mines and Quarries Department said amendments to the Explosives Law approved by the House of…
SocietyCyprus expert warns second influenza wave remains possible despite stable picture
Nicosia, Cyprus. The possibility of a second wave of influenza in Cyprus remains open despite a currently stable…
SocietyWeak low-pressure system brings dust, clouds and gradual cooling, Meteorological Service says
Nicosia, Cyprus. A weak low-pressure system is affecting the area, with thin dust expected to remain in the…
SocietyCyprus agriculture minister plants trees near Nicosia, stresses urban greenery’s role in climate adaptation
Nicosia, Cyprus. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou planted trees near Nicosia’s Kaloyeros river on Saturday, saying such actions send…