Iceland News Record-Breaking Temperatures in Reykjavík: A Historical Milestone Record-Breaking Temperatures in Reykjavík Yesterday, Reykjavík witnessed an unprecedented weather event as the average daily temperature, measured over eight observations, reached 10 degrees Celsius. This milestone marks the first instance of such a warm temperature being recorded this early in the year in the Icelandic capital. The information … Read more
EU to Increase Tariffs on American Goods The European Union has announced plans to increase tariffs on a range of products imported from the United States starting mid-next month. This decision comes after a sufficient number of EU member states approved the European Commission’s proposals for such measures later this afternoon. The move is a … Read more
Remembering Bryndís Klara: A Legacy of Love and Change A Tragic Loss on Culture Night 2020 Bryndís Klara Birgisdóttir was only seventeen when she lost her life following a stabbing incident during Culture Night in 2020. To honor her memory, a memorial fund was established shortly after her untimely death. The fund aims to preserve … Read more
Kyrgyzstan’s Supreme Muslim Council Supports Niqab Ban The Supreme Muslim Council of Kyrgyzstan has officially voiced its support for the governmental ban on the wearing of the niqab, a garment traditionally worn by women that covers the entire body except for the eyes. This ban, enacted earlier this year, imposes a fine of 20,000 som, … Read more
Iceland’s EU Membership Debate: Public Opinion and Political Dynamics Public Opinion on EU Membership Between March 7 and 16, a survey was conducted to assess Icelanders’ stance on joining the European Union (EU). The results showed that approximately 44% of participants were entirely, very, or somewhat in favor of Iceland’s entry into the EU, while … Read more
The Story Behind “No Other Land”: A Documentary of Resilience and Struggle In 1948, Palestinian author Ghassan Kanafani and his family were forcibly removed from their home when he was just 12 years old. Decades later, in a 1970 interview, Kanafani astutely remarked on the futility of dialogue between Palestinians and Israelis, likening it to … Read more
Increasing Involvement of Youth in Organized Crime Rising Concern Over Youth Involvement in Organized Crime in Iceland The National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police, Sigríður Björk Guðjónsdóttir, has raised alarms over the increasing trend of young individuals being recruited by organized crime groups to carry out illicit activities. The commissioner emphasizes that it is the … Read more
Pope Francis Returns to Public Eye Following Hospital Discharge Pope Francis Makes First Public Appearance Since Hospital Discharge Pope Francis made his first public appearance today at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, following his discharge from the hospital two weeks ago. At the age of 88, the Pope was seen in a wheelchair, greeting … Read more
Legal Dispute Over Taxi Stands in Reykjavik Concludes This week, the Reykjavik District Court dismissed the claims of the taxi company Hreyfill against the City of Reykjavik. Hreyfill had demanded exclusive rights to certain taxi stands throughout the city, including prominent locations such as Laugavegur by Hlemmur and Aðalstræti near Ingólfstorg. In September 2019, the … Read more
Iranian Foreign Minister Labels Direct Talks with the U.S. as “Meaningless” In a statement that could further strain the already tense relations between Iran and the United States, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that the possibility of direct negotiations with the U.S. is “meaningless.” This announcement comes in light of U.S. President Donald Trump’s … Read more