Iceland News Critical Overload at Landspítalinn: A National Concern Landspítalinn, Iceland’s primary hospital, is currently facing one of its most severe crises in recent history, with one hundred patients awaiting transfer to nursing homes. Hildur Helgadóttir, the head of the flow department, has described the future as daunting due to the lack of progress in building new … Read more
Tragic Explosions in Bukavu: Over a Dozen Dead in Eastern Congo At least eleven people have been confirmed dead and 65 others injured following a series of explosions in Bukavu, a city located in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The incident took place yesterday during a mass gathering organized by the M23 rebel … Read more
Father Acquitted of Child Abuse Charges in Northern Iceland In a significant ruling, the District Court of Norðurlands eystra has acquitted a father of charges related to violence against his young children. The man faced accusations of violating child protection laws and domestic abuse, with alternative charges of physical assault. The case involved two separate … Read more
The Long-Awaited Premiere of Elísabet Jökulsdóttir’s “Mundu Töfrana” Finally Hits the Stage The Revival of a 30-Year-Old Script After more than three decades, Elísabet Jökulsdóttir’s script, “Mundu Töfrana” (Remember the Magic), is finally making its debut on stage, thanks to the innovative theatre group Kriðpleir. Initially penned in 1992, the play explores the journey of … Read more
Romanian Presidential Candidate Faces Charges Amidst Election Scandal Charges Filed Against Călin Georgescu In a dramatic turn of events, Romanian prosecutors have filed a six-count indictment against presidential candidate Călin Georgescu. Georgescu, who emerged as the frontrunner in the initial round of presidential elections held in November, now faces serious allegations that could derail his … Read more
Grindavík Town Offices to Reopen in March Grindavík Town Offices Set to Reopen in March The town of Grindavík in Iceland is preparing to reopen its municipal offices in March, marking a symbolic step towards revitalizing the community. According to Fannar Jónasson, the town’s mayor, this move underscores the local government’s commitment to rebuilding the … Read more
Resolution Reached in Icelandic Teachers’ Wage Dispute The long-standing wage dispute between Icelandic teachers and the government reached a resolution late last night with the signing of a comprehensive wage agreement. The agreement, endorsed by the National Mediator, concludes a five-month-long negotiation process that had led to several strikes by teachers across the country. The … Read more
Avian Influenza in Iceland: Current Situation and Implications Avian Influenza Detected in Greylag Geese Recent reports have confirmed the presence of avian influenza in greylag geese in Iceland. According to Þóra J. Jónasdóttir, the Chief Veterinary Officer at the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST), there has been a significant decline in the mass deaths … Read more
Deputy Prosecutor’s Controversial Facebook Activity Under Scrutiny Allegations Surface Against Helgi Magnús Gunnarsson’s Social Media Conduct The Office of the Prosecutor General of Iceland has received a complaint regarding the social media activities of Helgi Magnús Gunnarsson, the Deputy Prosecutor General, specifically pertaining to his interactions on Facebook. The controversy arose when Helgi Magnús expressed … Read more
UN Security Council Passes Resolution for Immediate Peace In a significant development, the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution proposed by the United States calling for an immediate end to the ongoing war and establishing lasting peace. Notably, the resolution does not mention Ukraine’s territorial integrity or Russian accountability. This decision marks a pivotal … Read more