News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyWalkers complain of dangerous mountain trails
Forestry department insists public have been notified of discontinued paths With temperatures still in the 30s in most parts of Cyprus during the day, it is a good time to head to the Troodos…
SocietyTime to hit illegal parkers where it hurts most
INDEED it was a tragic irony, as the technical chamber Etek put it on Thursday, that a disabled…
SocietyCyprus recalls heartburn drug, possible cancer link
The pharmaceutical services on Friday recalled every medication containing ranitidine as a precautionary measure over concern of its…
SocietyBritish expats in Cyprus given an extra year to apply for residence permits
Britons living in Cyprus have been given a grace period until December 31, 2020 to apply for legal…
SocietyFree microchipping programme
The free microchipping and registration scheme for dogs sponsored by the government will continue until November 30, the…
SocietyIllegally parked cars should be towed away, say wheelchair users after fatal accident
The head of the paraplegic association on Monday called for cars illegally parked on pavements to be towed…
SocietyFree scuba diving for the disabled
A free scuba diving event for the disabled is taking place for the first time this Saturday in…
SocietyAll regulations are followed at Zenobia wreck, diving companies insist
Long-running dispute between owner and divers over famous wreck By Annette Chrysostomou A diving incident at the famous…
SocietyA week of walking and cycling in Paphos
European mobility week will be highlighted in Paphos from Monday with a number of events organised by the…
SocietyRain and storms forecast for the weekend
Isolated showers, storms, and even hail are expected over the weekend and the beginning of next week according…
SocietyHeart disease biggest killer in Cyprus, followed by cancer
A total of 6,191 deaths were registered in Cyprus in 2017, a study conducted by the ministry of…