News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus bill for new National Cancer Institute to go to House plenum on April 2
Nicosia, Cyprus. A bill to establish Cyprus’ new National Cancer Institute is set to go to the House plenum on April 2, with a mandate covering prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, support, palliative care and…
SocietyCyprus warned of heightened cyberattack risk amid geopolitical tensions and EU Council presidency
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus faces an increased threat of cyberattacks due to geopolitical tensions and its role as president…
SocietyCyprus to build new central prison near Mathiatis to address overcrowding, minister says
Mathiatis, Cyprus. Cyprus will construct a new central prison on the outskirts of Mathiatis to address overcrowding at…
SocietyCystat: 17.1% of Cyprus population at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025
Nicosia, Cyprus. About 167,000 people in Cyprus remained at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2025, according…
SocietyCyprus environmental groups criticise Akamas park management over alleged inaction and non-compliance
Nicosia, Cyprus. Environmental organisations intensified criticism on Monday over the management of the Akamas peninsula, accusing the forestry…
SocietyYellow warning issued for isolated storms with possible hail on Monday
Nicosia, Cyprus. A yellow warning has been issued for isolated storms on Monday, possibly accompanied by hail. The…
SocietyCyprus reservoirs gain 2 million cubic metres from rain but reserves remain far below last year
Nicosia, Cyprus. Recent rainfall has added more than two million cubic metres of water to Cyprus’ reservoirs, providing…
SocietyRain causes hazardous driving conditions on Limassol-Paphos highway near Paramali
Paramali, Cyprus. Rainy weather has caused water accumulation, slippery road surfaces and limited visibility on the Limassol-Paphos highway…
SocietyCloudy, rainy start to week with thunderstorms, hail and mountain snow forecast in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cloudy and rainy conditions are forecast for Monday, with isolated afternoon thunderstorms bringing hail and possible…
SocietyCyprus authorities urge strict measures as foot-and-mouth disease strain identified as SAT1
Larnaca, Cyprus. Authorities say they are cautiously confident foot-and-mouth disease can be contained, while stressing that strict adherence…
SocietyFuneral held for Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis in Agios Ioannis Pitsilias
Agios Ioannis Pitsilias, Cyprus. The funeral of acclaimed Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis took place on Sunday, attended by…