News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyPhone distraction a leading cause of road accidents, Cyprus transport minister says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said phone distraction is one of the main causes of traffic accidents after speeding. He spoke on Saturday at a classic car rally in Nicosia. Focus on vulnerable…
SocietyCyprus shuts 11 buffer zone livestock units in Pergamos over foot-and-mouth disease concerns
Pergamos, Cyprus. Veterinary services on Saturday closed 11 livestock units operating in the buffer zone in Pergamos over…
SocietyAyia Marina Chrysochous dam in Paphos overflows after recent rainfall
Paphos, Cyprus. The Ayia Marina Chrysochous dam overflowed on Saturday morning, the third of the eight dams in…
SocietyOnline fundraiser raises nearly €10,000 for Cypriot Wolt drivers after one-week strike
Nicosia, Cyprus. Local activists have launched an online fundraiser to support Cypriot Wolt drivers who held a one-week…
SocietyCloudy weekend forecast with showers, dust and possible thunderstorms across Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is forecast to start the weekend under cloudy skies with isolated showers and dust, while…
SocietyCING unveils duplex base editing approach for beta-thalassaemia in Genome Biology study
Nicosia, Cyprus. Researchers at the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) presented a gene-editing strategy aimed at…
SocietyPower supply interruptions planned in parts of Paphos district next Tuesday
Paphos, Cyprus. Electricity supply to certain areas in Paphos district will be interrupted next Tuesday due to maintenance…
SocietyFoot-and-mouth disease information website launched, agriculture ministry says
Nicosia, Cyprus. The agriculture ministry said it launched a website on Friday to inform farmers, producers and the…
SocietyEducation minister inaugurates new gym at Lyceum Dimitrios Vikelas in Larnaca
Larnaca, Cyprus. Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said investment in sport is an investment in society and the younger…
SocietyCyprus lawmakers review disability benefit changes expected to expand eligibility by over 10,000 people
Nicosia, Cyprus. Revised legislation under review by the House labour committee is expected to make more than 10,000…
SocietyCyprus to switch to daylight saving time on March 29, 2026
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus will move to daylight saving time on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Clocks will move forward…