Monday News Edit: What Are Icelanders Talking About?
It’s been a busy week, with good and sad news alike, and with a good dose of sunshine to warm up these icy cold days. But what has been on […]
Keflavík Man Takes Kitten Hostage, Gets Arrested
An intoxicated man who took a kitten hostage was arrested shortly after the incident began, with no harm done to the kitten in question. Vísir reports that police in Suðurnes [&h
President Of Iceland Says Icelanders Should Stop Joking About Global Warming
During the World Ocean Summit held in Mexico last weekend, President of Iceland Guðni Th. Jóhannesson said it’s time for Icelanders to stop joking about global warming. Instead
Museums in Strange Places Podcast #12: The Icelandic Aviation Museum
Hey there. I’m Hannah. I’m an American museum professional and Fulbright Fellow living in Reykjavík, and I’m the host of a podcast dedicated to exploring Iceland
The Reykjavík Grapevine Design Awards 2018
Design, both consciously and unconsciously, penetrates our mind. Good design adds to the innate appreciation of an object while bad design can easily become an annoying earworm. Gr
Uproar Over Medical Requirements To Take Part In Miss Universe Iceland
The Chairman of Trans Iceland Alda Villiljós has condemned the requirement list published by Miss Universe Iceland which requires applicants to be “medically certified women
Pain And Empathy In Award Winning Movie ‘And Breathe Normally’
A recent American film suggests that no one cares about dentists. Much the same can be said about border guards, who at best force you to unpack in front of […]
The Weekend Edit: 4 Things To Do In Reykjavík This Weekend
It’s the weekend again! Can you believe it? Forget about the office, set aside the stress and enjoy these beautiful sunny days to the fullest. Make sure you go out […]
Mother Of Icelander Killed In Syria Pleas For More Information
The mother of Haukur Hilmarsson, who was reportedly killed in combat in Afrin last month, has issued another plea to the world for more information about her son. The International
Air Pollution Warning In Reykjavík Prompts Criticism Of Drivers
After yet another warning to stay indoors due to high levels of air pollution, many Icelanders have turned their criticism to Reykjavík’s car drivers. Yesterday, RÚV report
#AldreiAftur: Icelandic Women Speak Up On Facebook Against Domestic Violence
On International Women’s Day, Icelandic women are sharing on social media a new campaign called #aldreiaftur, or ‘never again,’ in support of women who have been
Catholic Bishop Of Iceland Speaks Up About Circumcision
Davíð Tencer, the Catholic Bishop of Iceland, has recently declared his support for the Jewish and Muslim community in their fight to practice their religion of freedom, RÚV re
Refugee Children See The Snow For The First Time
If their arrival to Iceland weren’t already a moment to cherish, the magical snowfall that welcomed the group of refugees arriving from Syria to the Westfjörds yesterday mor
A Week Of Gluggaveður
Have you ever heard of ‘gluggaveður’? Literally translated as ‘window-weather,’ gluggaveður manifests itself in beautiful clear skies and lovely sunny days that trick you
New Open-Air Food Market Set To Open In Reykjavík This Summer
After these few days of sun and beautiful weather we’re more than ready for summer—and so is the city. We’ve got our cold brew in the fridge and the bikes […]
No Confidence Vote Against Iceland’s Justice Minister Fails To Pass, Barely
A vote of no confidence against Minister of Justice Sigríður Á. Andersen failed to pass, with 29 voting in favour, 33 voting against, and one abstention. Two members of the [&he
Immigrant-Heavy List Wins Elections In Major Icelandic Labour Union
Elections last night for the board of the labour union Efling saw a huge victory for B-list, a candidate list comprised in large part by immigrants and led by an […]
Icelander Reportedly Killed In Action In Afrin
Icelandic activist Haukur Hilmarsson was reportedly killed in combat in Afrin, Syria. He was 32 years old. According to a post from the International Freedom Battalion (IFB), a gro
Icelandic Composer Bára Gísladóttir Wins Prestigious Léonie Sonning Music Prize
Icelandic contrabass player and composer Bára Gísladóttir, who was the joint winner of the Grapevine Music Awards “Shout Out” category earlier this year alongside ra
Increasingly Difficult For Icelandic Unions To Protect Workers’ Rights
According to new a report from the labour union Efling, 60% of cases involving violations of workers’ rights last year have involved foreign employees living in Iceland, with iss
Why Is Iceland So Good At Football, With Such A Small Population?
The Icelandic national men’s football’s progress into Euro 2016, and now the World Cup 2018, has left the world’s media baffled. “Why is Iceland, a team fr