News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus to see mostly sunny weather with isolated afternoon storms inland and over mountains
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is set for another largely pleasant summer day on Tuesday, with plenty of sunshine expected after a misty start in some areas. A weak low-pressure system is affecting the region, while…
SocietyCyprus government promotes National Food Safety Authority, minister says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is promoting the creation of a National Food Safety Authority to coordinate and supervise official…
SocietyCyprus animal rescue groups suspend stray cat neutering programme over volunteer safety concerns
Nicosia, Cyprus. Animal rescue groups under Cyprus Voice for Animals said on Monday they would pause all trap-neuter-and-release…
SocietyCyprus council warns against illegal use of psychologist title after court conviction
Limassol, Cyprus. The Cyprus Psychologists Registration Council on Monday issued a strong warning against the illegal use of…
SocietyNicosia to host EU conference on mosquito-borne diseases amid rising public health concerns
Nicosia, Cyprus. A conference on mosquito-borne diseases will take place in Nicosia on Wednesday, which the health ministry…
SocietyCyprus education minister says Pancyprian exams mark a beginning, not an end
Nicosia, Cyprus. Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said on Monday that the Pancyprian examinations should be seen as a…
SocietyMostly clear weather expected Monday, with possible mountain rain later in the day
Nicosia, Cyprus. Mostly clear weather is expected across most of the island on Monday, though clouds may develop…
SocietyCyprus breakwaters draw scrutiny as coastal erosion worsens
Nicosia, Cyprus. Breakwaters have become a common response to coastal erosion in Cyprus, but environmental experts say their…
SocietyWater-saving gardening and resilient plants highlighted by long-term experience in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Long-term gardening experience in Cyprus has highlighted the challenges of limited water supply, the benefits of…
SocietyMostly clear Sunday forecast with possible mountain showers and stable temperatures through midweek
Nicosia, Cyprus. Sunday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island, with clouds developing…
SocietyEngineered stone workers in Cyprus report illness as silicosis risks draw international scrutiny
Nicosia, Cyprus. Workers cutting engineered stone in Cyprus have increasingly been taking sick leave for skin disease and…