News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus Animal Party to protest dog law amendments outside dissolved parliament
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ Animal Party will stage a demonstration on Saturday at 11am outside parliament, currently dissolved ahead of the May 24 elections, to protest recent amendments to the law on dogs. Protest planned…
SocietyWeak low-pressure system brings dust and mostly clear weather, with cooler trend through Friday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A weak low-pressure system is affecting the area, with dust observed in the atmosphere at intervals.…
SocietyElam billboard in Nicosia opposing same-sex marriage and adoption spray-painted over
Nicosia, Cyprus. A billboard paid for by the Elam party opposing marriage and adoption by same-sex couples has…
SocietyCyprus launches Forest Protection Week with focus on wildfire prevention and readiness
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus launched Forest Protection Week on Monday under the slogan “Don’t wait for the fire –…
SocietyCyprus to distribute 3 million water-saving devices as minister highlights desalination plans
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus will distribute one million flow reducers for showers and two million aerators for taps to…
SocietyCyta unveils three initiatives to boost digital inclusion and access across Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyta on Monday presented three new initiatives aimed at strengthening digital inclusion and expanding equal access…
SocietyCyprus says it is fully prepared for hantavirus as MV Hondius passengers are repatriated
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ health ministry said on Monday it is fully prepared for hantavirus, citing laboratory support and…
SocietyMAMMA documentary examines mental health and support gaps for mothers in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. A new documentary titled MAMMA by RESET and Filmhouse Pictures explores less discussed aspects of motherhood…
SocietyRight lanes on Limassol–Paphos motorway closed both ways for cleaning works
Limassol, Cyprus. The right lanes on the Limassol–Paphos motorway were closed in both directions on Monday due to…
SocietyPasynm calls for staffing and workplace improvements on International Nurses Day
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ association for nurses and midwives, Pasynm, called for targeted actions to improve staffing, working conditions,…
SocietySunny start to the week with fine dust and passing clouds, temperatures up to 33C
Nicosia, Cyprus. The week starts sunny with fine dust in the atmosphere and passing clouds in the afternoon,…