News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus University of Technology to hold Career Day 2026 in Limassol on March 26
Limassol, Cyprus. The Cyprus University of Technology (Tepak) will organise its Career Day 2026 in Limassol on March 26, 2026, aiming to strengthen ties between the academic community and the business world. Organisation and…
SocietyNew foot-and-mouth disease case confirmed in Geri infected zone
Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities have identified a new case of foot-and-mouth disease in a sheep and goat unit within…
SocietyOelmek condemns alleged attempt by parent to attack teacher at Limassol high school
Limassol, Cyprus. Teachers’ trade union Oelmek on Monday condemned an incident in which it said a parent entered…
SocietyCyprus bill for new National Cancer Institute to go to House plenum on April 2
Nicosia, Cyprus. A bill to establish Cyprus’ new National Cancer Institute is set to go to the House…
SocietyCyprus warned of heightened cyberattack risk amid geopolitical tensions and EU Council presidency
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus faces an increased threat of cyberattacks due to geopolitical tensions and its role as president…
SocietyCyprus to build new central prison near Mathiatis to address overcrowding, minister says
Mathiatis, Cyprus. Cyprus will construct a new central prison on the outskirts of Mathiatis to address overcrowding at…
SocietyCystat: 17.1% of Cyprus population at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. About 167,000 people in Cyprus remained at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, according…
SocietyCyprus environmental groups criticise Akamas park management over alleged inaction and non-compliance
Nicosia, Cyprus. Environmental organisations intensified criticism on Monday over the management of the Akamas peninsula, accusing the forestry…
SocietyYellow warning issued for isolated storms with possible hail on Monday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A yellow warning has been issued for isolated storms on Monday, possibly accompanied by hail. The…
SocietyCyprus reservoirs gain 2 million cubic metres from rain but reserves remain far below last year
Nicosia, Cyprus. Recent rainfall has added more than two million cubic metres of water to Cyprus’ reservoirs, providing…
SocietyRain causes hazardous driving conditions on Limassol-Paphos highway near Paramali
Paramali, Cyprus. Rainy weather has caused water accumulation, slippery road surfaces and limited visibility on the Limassol-Paphos highway…