News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus to cover full repatriation cost for two children who died in Xylofagou
Xylofagou, Cyprus. The Republic of Cyprus will fully cover the cost of repatriating the bodies of two young children who died in a tragic incident in Xylofagou last Sunday, the community council announced on…
SocietyClear skies and near-average temperatures forecast as seasonal low pressure affects the region
Nicosia, Cyprus. Seasonal low pressure is affecting the region, bringing mainly clear skies and temperatures close to seasonal…
SocietyCyprus needs unified long-term water strategy, Nicosia district government head says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus must focus on whether it is prepared to adopt a modern, effective and unified water…
SocietyChristodoulides says inclusion is a minimum state obligation at launch of autism memoir
Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday that inclusion is the state’s minimum obligation in protecting human…
SocietyLimassol municipality adds two new autonomous washing vehicles to cleaning fleet
Limassol, Cyprus. Limassol municipality has expanded its cleaning fleet with two new vehicles equipped with autonomous high-pressure washing…
SocietyCyprus to inspect all school buses before September, minister tells committee
Nicosia, Cyprus. Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades said every school bus in Cyprus will undergo a safety inspection before…
SocietyCyprus MPs challenge government stance against countdown timers at traffic lights
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus MPs on Thursday challenged the government’s position that countdown timers at traffic lights cannot be…
SocietyCyprus departments consider more support measures for Limassol septic tank operators
Nicosia, Cyprus. The water development department and the environment department said on Thursday they are considering additional measures…
SocietyFirst test flight conducted at new presidential palace helipad
Nicosia, Cyprus. The first test flight at the new helipad at the presidential palace was conducted on Thursday…
SocietyWater supply interrupted in Larnaca tourist area during planned network works
Larnaca, Cyprus. Drinking water supply has been interrupted in Larnaca’s tourist area, from the port to the CTO…
SocietyCyprus psychologists’ association urges ongoing police assessments after Limassol shooting
Limassol, Cyprus. The vice-president of the Cyprus Psychologists’ Association, Stella Katsari, has called for a formal framework for…