News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyRobotex Cyprus ceremony honours 200 robotics enthusiasts and their teams
The Cyprus Computer Society held the Robotex Cyprus 2026 awards ceremony this week, recognising competitors, volunteers and coaches at an event hosted by the Bank of Cyprus.
SocietyFriday showers forecast for coasts before rain moves inland
Localised rain and possible storms are forecast for Friday, with further showers on Saturday before skies clear on…
SocietyZero VAT brings retail prices down about 5 per cent on selected goods, service says
Cyprus’ Consumer Protection Service says sampled goods cost about 5 per cent less after zero VAT took effect,…
SocietyTiganokinisi raises over €770,000 for school environmental projects in Cyprus
Cyprus’ cooking oil recycling programme has supported over 1,200 school activities, with its third annual festival scheduled for…
SocietyUnions challenge overseas nurse recruitment plan as ministry outlines temporary relief
Unions told MPs that overseas recruitment would not fix hospital staffing shortages, while the health ministry outlined a…
SocietyMPs question oversight after unlicensed Larnaca plasmapheresis centre operated six machines
The House health committee sought answers over responsibility for plasmapheresis oversight after hearing that a Larnaca facility operated…
SocietyNational Guard conscript remains intubated after cardiac arrest
A National Guard conscript is stable but remains intubated after suffering a cardiac arrest during cleaning duties in…
SocietyCyprus weather to improve from Friday as rain and thunderstorms ease
Senior meteorological department officer Michalis Mouskos said unsettled weather would persist in western Cyprus until Saturday, with sunshine…
SocietyFree BridgeSTEAM programme returns to Nicosia for girls aged 14–16
Girls from across Cyprus can apply until November 4 for the sixth BridgeSTEAM programme, offering coding workshops and…
SocietyBank of Cyprus event explores AI’s implications for education and careers
Students discussed artificial intelligence, changing workplace skills and future career options with specialists at a Bank of Cyprus…
SocietyCampaign highlights seven rural women’s contributions to Cyprus
The office of gender equality commissioner Josie Christodoulou has launched a campaign sharing seven women’s experiences in agriculture…