News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyBlood donation remains vital in Cyprus as hospitals rely on steady voluntary supply
Nicosia, Cyprus. Blood donation remains a critical need in Cyprus, where hospitals rely on a steady supply for emergencies and ongoing treatments. Seasonal drops in turnout can affect hospitals’ ability to maintain reserves for…
SocietyCyprus ranks among highest in Europe for youth e-cigarette use, addiction authority says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus ranks among the highest in Europe for youth use of e-cigarettes, with 35 per cent…
SocietyParalimni mayor says projects worth over €10 million completed across Paralimni
Paralimni, Cyprus. Mayor Giorgos Nikolettos said on Monday that projects worth more than €10 million have been completed…
SocietyAirborne dust levels exceed legal PM10 limit across Cyprus, prompting health warnings
Nicosia, Cyprus. High concentrations of airborne dust were recorded across Cyprus on Monday, prompting health warnings as PM10…
SocietyPolice report rise in modified electric bicycles exceeding legal speed limits
Nicosia, Cyprus. Police said on Monday they are increasingly detecting electric bicycles that have been modified to exceed…
SocietyBirdLife Cyprus warns climate change and development are straining Cyprus wetlands
Nicosia, Cyprus. BirdLife Cyprus warned on Monday that wetlands across Cyprus are under growing pressure from climate change…
SocietyFemNEST launches in Paphos to address women’s health and financial security
Paphos, Cyprus. A new local initiative, FemNEST, has been launched to address the intersection of women’s health and…
SocietyAudit Office employee alleges workplace bullying and political persecution in letter
Nicosia, Cyprus. An employee serving at the Audit Office has reported workplace bullying in a letter dated December…
SocietyMist, fog and showers expected as dust lingers through Monday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Mist and fog are expected at the start of the week, especially inland, with local showers…
SocietyCyprus Game Fund cites shrinking legal hunting areas as complaints persist
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Game Fund in Cyprus says complaints about hunting in restricted areas continue even as the…
SocietyPaphos family appeals for stem cell donor for Lucas Adamou after cancer returns
Paphos, Cyprus. A family has made an urgent appeal for a compatible stem cell donor for youngster Lucas…