News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus among lowest in EU for online education participation in 2025, Eurostat data show
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus recorded one of the lowest rates in the European Union for internet users engaging in online education in 2025, according to Eurostat. The statistical office said 21% of internet users in…
SocietyCyprus Veterinary Services outlines regulated carcass burial process after culling measures
Nicosia, Cyprus. Veterinary Services spokeswoman Sotiria Georgiadou outlined the procedures for handling animal carcasses following recent culling measures,…
SocietyStudents and trade unions object to Cyprus bill on hiring nurses from third countries
Nicosia, Cyprus. Students and trade unions raised objections on Thursday to proposed legislation allowing the employment of nurses…
SocietyCyprus authority opens applications for EU “trusted flagger” status on illegal online content
Nicosia, Cyprus. The radiotelevision and digital services authority on Thursday announced it is accepting applications from entities and…
SocietyYellow warning issued for strong thunderstorms on Thursday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A yellow weather warning has been issued for strong thunderstorms on Thursday. The warning will be…
SocietyClouds, rain and possible storms forecast for Thursday, with hail and dust also expected
Nicosia, Cyprus. Mostly cloudy weather is expected across most of the island on Thursday, with rain showers and…
SocietyIsidorou warns affordable housing is a major social challenge across Europe, including Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Affordable housing has become “one of the greatest social challenges of our time,” according to Mersina…
SocietyCyprus supermarkets say no need to panic over meat supply amid foot-and-mouth outbreaks
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus supermarkets’ association chairman Andreas Hadjiadamou said there is “no need to panic” about meat supplies…
SocietyCyprus study records sharp rise in amphetamine and methamphetamine use in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. A study published on Tuesday by the SCORE network and the European Union Drugs Agency recorded…
SocietyCyprus reports stable foot-and-mouth disease caseload at 42 as cullings continue
Nicosia, Cyprus. The infection rate of foot-and-mouth disease remained stable on Wednesday, with a total of 42 cases…
SocietyEducation ministry support programme employees to hold 24-hour strike on March 26
Nicosia, Cyprus. Employees working in support programmes of the education ministry will stage a 24-hour strike on Thursday,…