News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus faces severe water scarcity as drought and rising demand strain supplies
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is facing severe water scarcity, according to Eurostat data showing it was the only European Union country in 2022 with a Water Exploitation Index of 71 per cent, well above the…
SocietyCyprus trade unions disappointed after meeting with energy minister ahead of 24-hour EAC strike
Nicosia, Cyprus. Trade unions said they were disappointed after a meeting with Energy Minister Michael Damianos and confirmed…
SocietyAudit Office warns Akamas road network unsafe and threatens natural reserve
Akamas, Cyprus. The Audit Office said roads in the Akamas peninsula are unsafe for many types of vehicles…
SocietyCyprus records sharp decade-long fall in serious cyclist injuries, ETSC report says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Serious cyclist injuries in Cyprus declined by an average of 7% per year from 2014 to…
SocietyCyprus bus driver unions call for safety measures after assault in Nicosia district
Nicosia, Cyprus. Trade unions Sek and Peo have called on bus companies to implement measures to protect drivers…
SocietyOver 1,400 buildings in Nicosia listed as dangerous amid ongoing inspections
Nicosia, Cyprus. More than 1,400 buildings in Nicosia, including 161 in the old town, are currently deemed dangerous,…
SocietyThird pig farm in Paliometocho tests positive for foot-and-mouth disease
Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities said a third pig farm has tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) as the number…
SocietyOroklini officials warn of worsening coastline erosion and subsidence
Oroklini, Cyprus. Oroklini officials said the area’s coastline is facing significant erosion and subsidence, describing the situation as…
SocietyDocumentary revisits Mehmet Aziz’s role in Cyprus malaria eradication and today’s mosquito risks
Nicosia, Cyprus. A new documentary, The Flycatcher, tells the story of Turkish Cypriot health inspector Mehmet Aziz and…
SocietyICPAC CSR committee plants 47 saplings in Lakatamia linear park
Lakatamia, Cyprus. The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC) said its corporate social responsibility committee carried…
SocietyMostly clear Tuesday forecast, with evening clouds and possible mountain rain
Nicosia, Cyprus. Tuesday’s weather is expected to be mostly clear across most of the island for most of…