News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyIsraeli scientists release beetles in Cyprus to protect prickly pear trees
Nicosia, Cyprus. Israeli scientists have released around 200 predatory beetles in Cyprus to help control an invasive insect that has damaged up to 30 per cent of the island’s prickly pear crop since 2016.…
SocietyFamagusta water network to receive smart management upgrade
Famagusta, Cyprus. The Famagusta District Local Government Organisation has signed a cooperation agreement with the KIOS Research and…
SocietyLarnaca airport arrivals road to reopen on Friday
Larnaca, Cyprus. Road access to the arrivals area at Larnaca airport will reopen to the public on Friday,…
Society€9.2m water pipeline replacement project begins in central Limassol
Limassol, Cyprus. Work has begun on a €9.2 million project to replace around 100 kilometres of ageing water…
SocietyJuly temperatures moderate overall despite 11 days above 43C in Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus. July was generally moderate in temperature, despite 11 days when temperatures exceeded 43C in Nicosia, the…
SocietyEight Ukrainian children spend holiday in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Eight Ukrainian children affected by Russia’s war have spent a holiday in Cyprus under an initiative…
SocietyTina Pavlou pledges social welfare reforms after appointment
Nicosia, Cyprus. Newly appointed Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Tina Pavlou pledged significant reforms and support for Cypriot…
SocietyMostly sunny weather forecast with inland temperatures reaching 40C
Nicosia, Cyprus. Thursday is expected to be mostly sunny across Cyprus, with periods of increased cloud cover and…
Society€31m reform to modernise Cyprus Social Welfare Services
Nicosia, Cyprus. A €31 million reform will deliver the first comprehensive modernisation of Cyprus’ Social Welfare Services, department…
SocietyPerseid meteor shower to peak over Cyprus on August 12 and 13
Nicosia, Cyprus. Stargazers in Cyprus will be able to observe the Perseid meteor shower this month, with peak…
SocietyLimassol district launches water-saving plan as demand rises
Limassol, Cyprus. The Limassol district government (EOA) on Wednesday presented a multi-level plan aimed at supporting the government’s…