News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyStorms damage power grid, causing outages in Nicosia, Larnaca and Paphos
The EAC said lightning has damaged the power grid, causing outages and prompting repair crews to respond across several districts.
SocietyLightning strike causes fire and power cut in Avgorou
A lightning strike caused a fire and disrupted electricity supply in the Ayios Nikolaos area of Avgorou during…
SocietyLightning sparks fire and power outage in Avgorou amid Cyprus thunderstorms
A lightning strike caused a fire and electricity outage in Avgorou as an orange warning for severe thunderstorms…
SocietyRain, thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for Cyprus on Saturday
Saturday will begin mainly clear before rain, local thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds develop, followed by generally clearer…
SocietyUniversity of Cyprus sets fees of up to €25,000 for English-taught undergraduate degrees
The University of Cyprus will launch four English-taught undergraduate programmes in 2027, with annual tuition ranging from €10,000…
SocietyCyprus solar applications fall as households await battery subsidy scheme
Households in Cyprus are postponing solar installations while awaiting a government subsidy scheme for solar systems with battery…
SocietySevere thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds forecast across Cyprus
Cyprus is expected to see rain, severe local thunderstorms, hail and strong winds as conditions deteriorate later today.
SocietyOrange warning issued for strong storms and hail on Saturday
The Department of Meteorology has issued an orange warning for strong storms, heavy rainfall, hail and gusty winds…
SocietyPolis Chrysochous presses for progress on major infrastructure projects
Polis Chrysochous municipality discussed water, coastal and port infrastructure projects with Agriculture Minister Christos Senekis.
SocietyThunderstorms and sharp temperature drop forecast across Cyprus
Widespread rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Saturday, with temperatures expected to fall by about 9C before returning…
SocietyBathing water quality remains excellent, environment department says
Cyprus’ environment department said testing found no bathing-water contamination near Limassol beaches despite reports of sea foam and…