Iceland News
Iceland Women’s National Football Team Set for UEFA Nations League The Iceland women’s national football team is gearing up for a challenging campaign in the UEFA Nations League, with matches scheduled for the spring months. The team faces an arduous task, as they have been drawn into a formidable group alongside France, Norway, and Switzerland. … Read more
Bev Priestman Dismissed as Head Coach of Canada’s Women’s Soccer Team Bev Priestman Dismissed Amid Controversy Bev Priestman has been dismissed from her role as the head coach of the Canadian women’s national soccer team. The decision follows a high-profile incident during the summer when Priestman was sent home from the Olympic Games and subsequently … Read more
EU Consumer Authorities Challenge Temu’s Business Practices Temu Under Scrutiny for Breaching EU Consumer Protection Laws In a coordinated investigation into Temu’s business practices, consumer authorities across Europe (CPC) and the European Commission have notified the company that several of its practices violate EU consumer protection laws. This announcement has been notably highlighted by the … Read more
Weather Alert: Storm Warnings in Iceland Severe Weather Conditions Expected in Northern and Eastern Iceland Today, Iceland’s northern and eastern regions are bracing for severe southwest gales or storms. Weather warnings have been issued for these areas, and they are expected to remain in effect throughout the day. In contrast, the southwestern and western parts … Read more
UN Report Highlights Dire Situation for Sudanese Women and Girls Amid Conflict Escalating Violence in Sudan: A Grim Reality The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has released a harrowing report highlighting the escalating violence against women and girls fleeing conflict in Sudan. The report details that at least 124 civilians have been killed in Al-Jazira … Read more
Donald Trump Appoints Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to Lead Deregulation Efforts In a significant move, Donald Trump, the incoming President of the United States, has announced that billionaire Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will head his administration’s efforts to streamline government operations. The appointments, set to take effect when Trump assumes office in … Read more
Teachers’ Strike at Menntaskólinn í Reykjavík: A Call for Resolution The Parent Association of Menntaskólinn í Reykjavík (MR) has issued a statement highlighting the challenging position of students amid an impending teachers’ strike. The strike is set to begin on November 18 and could extend until December 20, should negotiations remain unresolved. The association urges … Read more
Samantha Harvey Wins Booker Prize for “Orbital” Acclaimed English author Samantha Harvey has been awarded the prestigious Booker Prize this year for her novel “Orbital.” This groundbreaking work, consisting of just 136 pages, is the second shortest book to ever win the Booker Prize and the first to be set in space. The novel unfolds … Read more