Iceland News
Bjarni Benediktsson’s Political Stance and Iceland’s Economic Challenges Bjarni Benediktsson’s Tenure and Political Decisions Bjarni Benediktsson has been the leader of the Independence Party since 2009 and has participated in every government since 2013, predominantly as the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs. He has also held the positions of Minister of Foreign Affairs and … Read more
Disruption in Icelandic Preschools Due to Teacher Strike Preschool Closures Affecting Families in Reykjanesbær Sisters Irena Fold and Monika Röfn have been unable to attend their preschool, Holt in Reykjanesbær, for over three weeks. The cause is a strike involving more than 400 teachers across preschools, primary schools, music schools, and secondary schools. The disruption … Read more
Gummersbach Triumphs Over FH in European Handball League In a decisive match in the group stage of the European Handball League, Gummersbach, coached by former national team player Guðjón Valur Sigurðsson, secured an impressive victory over FH with a score of 32-24. The game took place just recently and showcased Gummersbach’s dominance on their home … Read more
Dominique Pelicot’s Trial: A Decade of Atrocities Unveiled Former Couple Testifies in French Court In a harrowing day at the Avignon courthouse, Giséle and Dominique Pelicot took the stand for the final time in a trial that has captured national attention in France. Dominique Pelicot stands accused of drugging his wife, Giséle, facilitating her sexual … Read more
Gaddakylfan Award Ceremony Shines Light on Icelandic Crime Fiction The prestigious Gaddakylfan Award, presented for the best crime short story submitted to the namesake competition by the Icelandic Crime Society, was handed out today at the Skáldu bookstore at 5:30 PM. As tradition dictates, the winner receives the coveted Gaddakylfan itself—a ceramic vase modeled after … Read more
Current Volcanic Threat Level in Reykjanes Peninsula Remains Unchanged The Icelandic Meteorological Office has confirmed that the volcanic threat level on the Reykjanes Peninsula remains unchanged as of the latest assessment. According to the new data, it is unlikely that an eruption will occur in November. The current hazard assessment is valid from today until … Read more
Concerns Over Facilities for Seniors in Akureyri Concerns Over Facilities for Seniors in Akureyri Félagsmiðstöðin Salka: A Hub for Akureyri’s Seniors Félagsmiðstöðin Salka, located in the Akureyri municipality’s premises at Víðilundur, serves as a gathering place for the town’s senior citizens. Recently, the Association of Seniors in Akureyri expressed concerns regarding the state of the … Read more
Exploring Political Choices in Iceland’s New Show The Blind Vote: A New Interactive Segment The latest episode of “The Blind Vote,” a new interactive segment on the show The Week with Gísli Marteinn, introduced viewers to four voters in search of the perfect political party. The segment is hosted by Berglind Festival, who provided these … Read more
The Rise in Popularity of Fálkafell Hikes: A Community Movement Every day, a significant number of people trek from the parking lot at Súluveg up a rather steep trail leading to the old scout lodge at Fálkafell, above Akureyri. They walk, cycle, or run, almost regardless of the weather. The increasing popularity of this route … Read more
Mary Robinson’s Perspective on Trump’s Impact and Middle East Peace Process Mary Robinson’s Concerns Over Trump’s Unpredictability In a recent interview on “Silfrið,” Mary Robinson, the former President of Ireland, expressed profound concerns regarding the unpredictability of Donald Trump, the newly elected President of the United States. Her remarks come in the wake of Trump’s … Read more