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
New Mental Health Services Available in Austurland Residents of Austurland can now access mental health support through the Píeta Organization, thanks to a recent agreement with Fjarðabyggð. This partnership allows specialists to assist those struggling with suicidal thoughts or self-harm. The initiative aims to provide much-needed support to individuals in distress and their families. Comprehensive … Read more
Widespread Staff Layoffs at USAID Amid Cost-Cutting Measures The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is set to implement extensive staff reductions and unpaid leaves by midnight Sunday, according to local time. Approximately 1,600 domestic employees are expected to lose their jobs, as reported on the agency’s website. Nearly all other global employees of … Read more
Icelandic Brothers Triumph in Music Competition Icelandic Duo Wins Söngvakeppnin with “Róa” In a thrilling finale last night, Icelandic brothers Halfdan Helgi and Matthias David Matthíasson, performing as VÆB, emerged victorious in the Söngvakeppnin with their hit song “Róa.” The annual music competition, which serves as Iceland’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, saw … Read more
Up to One Million Finns Struggle with Digital Access to Public Services In a concerning revelation, up to one million Finnish citizens are reportedly facing significant challenges in accessing various public services due to a lack of smart devices or the skills required to use them. According to a report by Finland’s state broadcaster YLE, … Read more
Delay in Palestinian Prisoner Release Amidst Tensions Between Israel and Hamas Israeli Government Delays Palestinian Prisoner Release The Israeli government has announced a delay in the release of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails, following controversial actions by Hamas during the handover of hostages. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the release would be … Read more
Zelensky Rejects U.S. Resource Deal Proposal In a recent development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his unwillingness to accept a resource agreement proposed by the U.S. government in its current form. According to a source from the AFP news agency, Zelensky feels the proposal does not adequately reflect a fair exchange for the military … Read more
New Ministerial Committee Emphasizes Urgency in Nursing Home Development A newly established ministerial committee on elderly care in Iceland has stressed the importance of pressing forward with the development and future planning of nursing homes across the country. The committee held its inaugural meeting this week, focusing particularly on the construction of nursing homes. Discussions … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Condemns Hamas for Ceasefire Violation In a recent statement, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly condemned Hamas for what he described as a “despicable” breach of the ceasefire agreement. This reaction followed Hamas’s handover of four bodies to Israel, which included an elderly man, a young woman, and her two young sons. … Read more
Líf getur verið ófyrirsjáanlegt, og stundum getur þrúfft að lána vinum pening. En þegar vinur getur ekki endurgreiðt eins og samið var um, getur þetta valdið vandræðum. Ef einhver annar reynir að innheimta skuldina með ólöglegum hætti, getur þetta leitt til lagalegra vandamála. Í Suður-Kóreu eru strangar reglur um innheimtu skulda og verndun einkalífs. Hér … Read more