Parliamentary Ombudsman To Examine Eze’s Case
The Parliamentary Ombudsman has asked for further documentation regarding the deportation of Nigerian asylum seeker Eze Okafor. MBL reports that what has drawn the Ombudsman’
“Pink Geysir” Artist Cleared Of All Charges
South Iceland District Court has acquitted the Chilean artist who poured non-toxic pink dye into the Strokkur geyser last year. Marco Evaristti, who in April 2015 poured a consider
Iraqi Asylum Seeker Now In 8th Day Of Hunger Strike
An Iraqi man who fled his country because he did not want to kill is now in the eighth day of his hunger strike, protesting his deportation and others. Raisan […]
Pregnant, With Two Kids, And Facing Deportation
A Nigerian asylum seeker, who is 12 weeks pregnant and has two small boys, is facing deportation to a country she left at the age of six. The Grapevine met […]
Come Jump In A Volcano In Iceland
Why don’t you go jump in a volcano? That sounds more like an insult than an invitation. But believe us, it’s worth it. In this case you don’t exactly jump, [&hell
Happening Today: Bermúda Art Festival In Kópavogur
The youth, they’re always up to something. And it’s no different in Kópavogur. Three young, creative minds collaborate to bring the Bermúda Art Festival to town. The aim is t
10% Of Nation Greet Footballing Heroes; Team Eyes Russia 2018
Iceland’s footballing heroes came to Reykjavík last night after their improbable run into the final eight teams of Euro 2016. Going unbeaten in their first four Euro matches
Jellyfish Infestation At Nauthólsvík
If you were hoping to go to Reykjavík’s scenic beach, bear in mind that you won’t be alone in the water. Vísir reports that the summertime hang-out spot is now [&hell
MP Criticises Church For Providing Asylum Seekers Sanctuary
A conservative MP has called for the church’s funding to be cut for providing Iraqi asylum seekers with sanctuary, accusing the church of obstructing justice – an accus
Iceland Team Returns To Reykjavík Today For Celebration At Arnarhóll
Iceland’s football team will return from the Euro 2016 tournament today, having been beaten 5-2 by an imperious France side at the Stade de France last night. They may not [&
Eze Still Struggling In Sweden, Still Faces Deportation
Nigerian asylum seeker Eze Okafor, who is on the run from Boko Haram, is still struggling to hold on in Sweden with very little support. Meanwhile in Iceland, the Directorate [&hel
Street Art Came To Life In This Week’s #GVPics Competition
This week’s Instagram competition photos were so thought provoking, humorous, artistic and beautiful. We have said it before and we’re saying it again: it’s reall
Bus Company Looking Into Letting Pets On Board
The capital area bus system is now seriously considering allowing dogs and other pets onto city buses, and the formal initiative for the idea is at least a year in […]
Eliza Reid: Iceland’s Canadian First Lady
Eliza Reid—once a Grapevine food reviewer—has been working as a journalist and writer in Iceland for over a decade, and is now Iceland’s new First Lady. The Grapevine touched
DJ Of The Week: Exos
This issue’s DJ is someone who needs no introduction. Exos, aka Arnvidur Snorrason, is one of the most experienced and respected techno figures in Iceland, and has been active si
Match Review—Politely Gifting First Half To France, Iceland Win Second 2-1
So there it is—Iceland’s improbable, exciting run at Euro 2016 came to an end with a truly glorious fixture. After beating England, they’d earned a glamorous quarter
From The Past To The Future: An Interview With Our New President, Guðni Th. Jóhannesson
In the wake of the recent presidential elections, Guðni and family have been pretty busy people. As he’s our first new head of state in a generation, we wanted to […]
Happening Today: Vesturbæjar Flea Market At Hofsvallagata
Summer is here, which means it’s time to explore some of Reykjavík’s many flea markets! This Sunday, vendors will take over Hofsvallagata in the city’s Vesturbæjar neighbou
Match Preview: THE SACKING OF PARIS—Iceland vs. France
And so, the next day of destiny in Iceland’s #EuroSaga approaches. After the giant-slaying of England, it’s time for a real blockbuster: a huge, historic showdown with
Iceland Smites T-Shirt Now On Sale!
Update: Now womens sizes and 2XL/3XL! Euro 2016 has been a lot of fun in Iceland, and especially here at the Grapevine. We’ve been having the time of our lives […]
Opening Today: ‘Your World’ At Perlan
Enjoy an exhibition with a view at ‘Your World,’ which opens at Perlan on July 2. The exhibition features five artists whose art makes reference to Iceland, whether it be [&hel