News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyFoot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus remains limited to 22 units in Larnaca district, authorities say
Larnaca, Cyprus. Authorities said on Tuesday that the spread of foot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus remains confined to 22 livestock units in the Larnaca district, with culling and vaccination operations continuing. Culling and testing continue…
SocietyCyprus Red Cross opens temporary children’s activity centre in Limassol area
Limassol, Cyprus. The Cyprus Red Cross on Tuesday announced the launch of a temporary children’s activity centre to…
SocietyCyprus forecast: Clear Tuesday, showers possible in mountains midweek
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is forecast to have mainly clear weather on Tuesday, with temperatures rising to 19C inland,…
SocietyCyprus unions urge government to ensure sufficient lifeguards for summer beach safety
Nicosia, Cyprus. Trade unions warned on Monday that beach safety must remain a top priority and called on…
SocietyCyprus records lowest share of women in managerial roles in EU in 2024, Eurostat says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus recorded the lowest percentage of women in managerial positions in 2024 at 25.3%, compared with…
SocietyCyprus announces new measures on gender-based and domestic violence, citing Istanbul Convention recommendations
Nicosia, Cyprus. New interventions to combat gender-based and domestic violence were announced at parliament on Monday, with Law…
SocietyHealth Minister highlights Karaiskakio Foundation bone marrow donor registry
Nicosia, Cyprus. Health Minister Neofytos Charalambides on Monday highlighted the significance of the Karaiskakio Foundation’s volunteer bone marrow…
SocietyCurium and Apollo Hylates sites, Kolossi Castle and Archaeological Curium Museum closed until further notice
Limassol, Cyprus. The archaeological sites of Curium and Apollo Hylates, Kolossi Castle and the Archaeological Curium Museum will…
SocietyCyprus Civil Defence says 2,500 bomb shelters cover 45% of population, seeks to expand capacity
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus has around 2,500 bomb shelters that can accommodate up to 45 per cent of the…
SocietyCapsule wardrobes focus on coordinated staples for Cyprus’ climate and lifestyle, designer says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Capsule wardrobes can help people build more outfit options from fewer items by focusing on pieces…
SocietyFoot and mouth disease spread described as expected within infected zone, Cyprus official says
Nicosia, Cyprus. The spread of foot and mouth disease seen over the weekend was “normal and expected within…