News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus MPs accept government changes to bill targeting insurance discrimination against drivers over 70
Nicosia, Cyprus. MPs on Monday agreed to government-proposed changes to a bill aimed at ending discriminatory practices by insurance companies against elderly drivers. The revised bill is set to return to the House plenum…
SocietyAvakas Gorge trail in Akamas National Forest Park remains closed amid adverse weather
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Avakas Gorge trail in the Akamas National Forest Park will remain closed until further notice…
SocietyLimassol to implement €9.2 million water network upgrades to cut losses, EOA says
Limassol, Cyprus. Water network projects worth €9.2 million will be implemented to reduce water losses in Limassol, the…
SocietyLimassol survey highlights persistent traffic gridlock and calls for overhaul of urban development model
Limassol, Cyprus. Limassol is facing persistent traffic congestion that residents say is worsening daily life and raising environmental…
SocietyCrafting initiative raises funds and awareness for stray cats in Cyprus
Larnaca, Cyprus. A community initiative in Cyprus is using craft-focused events to raise awareness and funds for stray…
SocietySyrian father donates kidney to son after perilous journey from Lebanon to Cyprus and treatment in Greece
Athens, Greece. Syrian construction worker Abdulaziz Aldarwish sought lifesaving treatment for his son Yahia after the boy’s kidneys…
SocietyNASA imagery shows Cyprus greener in March 2026 than a year earlier
Nicosia, Cyprus. NASA earth observation images comparing Cyprus across three dates show the island appearing notably greener in…
SocietyDead fish found at Athalassa park lake as authorities launch investigation
Nicosia, Cyprus. Approximately 80 dead fish have been found in the lake at Athalassa park, prompting an investigation…
SocietyCyprus Deputy Ministry of Shipping to hold “I Know the World of Shipping” educational day in Limassol
Limassol, Cyprus. Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping will hold its third annual educational day, “I Know the World…
SocietyCyprus partially opens new migrant centre in Limnes near Menoyia, justice ministry says
Limnes, Cyprus. Cyprus’ justice ministry said the new migrant centre in Limnes, near the Larnaca district village of…
SocietyCloud cover and isolated rain expected across Cyprus, with frost in the mountains
Nicosia, Cyprus. Increased cloud cover is forecast across Cyprus on Monday, with isolated rain and the possibility of…