SPORTS: Figure Skating, Reykjavík International Games 2016
Reykjavík International Games 2016 have just started. There are 23 disciplines to be played in two weeks. Whether you are an active audience or passive readers, have a fun fol
Red Cross Moving To Make Way For Hotel
The Red Cross store on Laugavegur will be moving to Skólavörðustígur in order to make room for another hotel. Vísir reports that the popular second-hand clothing store will be
Labour Dispute Heats Up At Aluminium Smelter
Workers at the aluminium smelter in Straumsvík may take further action to have their demands met, as collective bargaining negotiations are currently at a stand-still. RÚV report
Letters-head: The January Issue’s Letter Page
Say your piece, voice your opinion, send your letters to: letters@grapevine.is. — This issue’s most awesome letter! Hello My name is Julian Fox and I am 12 years old, in [&hell
Telati Family Will Get To Stay In Iceland
A family from Albania, after a strong grassroots show of support, has finally been granted residency in Iceland. Vísir reports that the Telati family, who first arrived in Iceland
PHOTOS: Snowmobiling On Langjökull
Take a sneak peek at our snowmobiling trip on Langjökull last weekend. Former Intern-Hannah, now known as Freelance-Hannah Jane Cohen has the full story coming soon!
Rocking The Fuck Out To Celestine On A Thursday Night
It’s been three years since seminal Reykjavík metalcore band Celestine hung up their gloves after playing a final show in the late Faktorý. Since then the scene has change
No, Iceland Is Not “Closed For The Summer”
Despite what you may have heard, there is still plenty of room in Iceland for visitors. A recent article on MBL offered the contention of Nordic Travel managing director Sigurj
Sauna Enthusiasts Demand Right To Go Naked
Sauna-goers in Ísafjörður object to being compelled to keep their bathing suits on if they want to steam themselves, and have written an open letter to the mayor demanding chang
US Embassy Reveals New Embassy Plans
High security walls and an even taller flagpole are amongst the design details put forward for the new US embassy in Iceland. Vísir reports that the new embassy, which is [&hellip
DeCODE CEO Makes Good On Threat
The petition Kári Stefánsson threatened to start if the government did not step up health care funding is now underway. The petition in question, Endurreisn (“Restoration&#
Don’t Ask Nanna: About Fat Icelanders
Hey Nanna, I’m not sure what I was expecting, and I probably seem like a dick mentioning it, but I was really shocked at how unhealthy Icelanders were when I visited last [
Straumur’s Definitive List Of 2015’s Best Albums And Songs
Us Straumur guys would like to wish all of our readers a happy new musical year! With that out of the way, let’s dig into the recent past to uncover […]
State Prosecutor Objects To Ex-Con Lawyer Getting Trial Rights
A lawyer who was recently released from prison for murder wants the right to take part in trials again, but the State Prosecutor’s office objects. RÚV reports that the State
Over Half Of Icelanders Believe In Psychic Abilities
Icelanders may be suspicious of organised religion, but spiritualism still has a strong tendency in the country. According to a new poll from Market and Media Research, 53.7% of th
Sigrún Skaftadóttir’s Sónar Picks
Sigrún is best known for spinning discs and bringing fresh house and techno to the masses, both by herself and as one half of the Kanilsnældur duo. She also runs […]
Company Possibly Engaging In Worker Exploitation
Grapevine has learned of instances of worker exploitation at an Icelandic company. Two former employees of the company, one Polish and the other Icelandic, reported the same kinds
Soup Tuesday: Sveppa Og Sala Súpa, Mushroom And Dulse Súpa
All the soups I’m making in January are vegetarian (damn New Year’s Resolutions!). Cream of mushroom soup is a really simple and comforting soup, but it can be made eve
Naming Committee Makes Historic Addition To Lexicon
The Naming Committee approved a new batch of names, including a female name that has set a new precedent. Vísir reports that the Naming Committee approved a new round of […
Independence Party Reaches Historic Low
A new poll from Market and Media Research shows the Independence Party at an all-time low, and the Pirate Party on top once again. According to the poll, support for […]
Blue Lagoon Is Open Again!
Renovations are now complete on the popular spa, and they will open again for business tomorrow. MBL reports that the expansion and redesign of the Blue Lagoon, which has been [&he