Christmas Goat Returns, Challenging The Fates Once More
The Christmas Goat is back again, Fréttablaðið reports, ready to face whatever the elements and aspiring arsonists may throw its way. The Christmas Goat at the IKEA in Garðabæ
Iceland’s Tourism Minister Calls for Tourist Limits
Minister of Tourism Þórdís Kolbrún R. Gylfadóttir has called for limiting the number of visitors to certain sites, RÚV. The infrastructure and environment at many popular sit
In Case You Missed It: The Peace Tower Is Lit Again
October 9 saw the annual lighting of the Imagine Peace Tower of Light on Viðey outside of Reykjavík. Created by Yoko Ono in 2007, the Imagine Peace Tower stands as […]
New In Town: Reykjavík Kitchen
This cosy, minimalist restaurant is your go-to if you like a relaxed atmosphere with good food. The menu is spartan, but there should definitely be something for everyone. From fis
1,500 Tonnes Of Icelandic Whale Meat On The Way To Japan
Some 1,500 tonnes of whale meat and related whale products were sent to Japan last Saturday, MBL reports. The ship carrying the meat set sail from Hafnarfjörður last Saturday, an
Lutheran Minister Believes Separation Of Church & State In Iceland Should Be Examined
A Lutheran minister for the church in Akureyri (seen above) believes that, in light of recent news that national church membership has hit an all-time low, the separation of church
Angelic Electronic: BRÍET’s Pop Is Personal, Catchy And Completely New
At only 19-years-old, Bríet Elfar, aka BRÍET, has the composure of someone far older. When she speaks, the young musician picks her words carefully, sometimes seeming surprised t
Back to the Frou Frou-ture: Imogen Heap and Guy Sigsworth Reunite in Reykjavík
In early October, the stars aligned to grace Reykjavík with a performance by the elusive electropop band Frou Frou. Composed of musicians Imogen Heap and Guy Sigsworth, the band r
Yacht Pirate Intercepted In Iceland, Currently In Police Custody
A man in the Westfjörds reportedly stole a brand new yacht and attempted to sail it away from the country, but was soon intercepted by the Icelandic Coast Guard and […]
Buy Shit: 66°NORTH Dyngja, CoDex 1962, Sea Cucumbers, Moss Bath Salts, Crochet Stuff
Whether you need original gift ideas, non-basic souvenir tips, or you just wanna treat yourself to something on payday, here are some distinctive bits and pieces you could pick up
In The Belly Of The Whale: Sjón’s ‘CoDex 1962’ Published In English
This autumn, Sjón’s anglophone readership will be glad to discover a new novel by the author in UK and US bookshops. However, fans of this master of the short novel […]
Dog Football, IÐNÓ, Vegan Burgers And MENGI: René Boonekamp’s Perfect Day In Reykjavík
René Boonekamp is part of the arts collective ‘the Travelling Embassy of Rockall,’ which works on “speculative scenarios for utopian and dystopian futures.” He is also the
Track by Track: Bistro Boy – Píanó í þokunni (‘Piano in the Fog’)
Bistro Boy – ‘Píanó í Þokunni’ ‘Píanó í þokunni’ (‘Piano in the Fog’) is Bistro Boy’s third LP. The album is a dreamy tribute to Bistro Boy’s lon
“Inclusive Nation” Is The Cycle Music & Art Festival’s 2018 Theme
In the age of globalisation, the concepts of nation and nationality become increasingly challenged. With immigration to Iceland on the rise, the country is facing a new fundamental
Music News: Airwaves Album Flood Begins, Icelander Wins Industry Award, Sónar First Lineup
A host of Icelandic bands have announced new releases around the Airwaves festival. The long-dormant Benny Crespo’s Gang have announced a new self-released album, “Minor Mistak
Failure To Smite: Iceland 1-2 Switzerland
After thrashing the World Champions 2-2 in a thoroughly unjust unfriendly draw last week, Iceland faced off against Switzerland, one of the world’s top sides, in the UEFA Nat
Non-Consensual Porn Bill Enters Icelandic Parliament
A new bill which has been submitted to Parliament would, if passed, make non-consensual porn punishable with jail time. The bill, which was led by Pirate Party MP Helgi Hrafn [&hel
US Marine Corps Believes Russia Could Invade Iceland
Part of the extensive NATO exercises currently being held in Iceland include an exercise conducted by the US Marine Corps that would defend Iceland from invasion by Russia. The Mar
Witnessing The Living Earth: A Trip To Þingvellir In The Summer
While Þingvellir might be most famous for its historical importance as a former judicial site, its geological uniqueness is equally intriguing. Indeed, especially during the brigh
Grapevine Playlist: Berndsen, GYDA, Vök, aYia, AAIIEENN, Jón Jónsson, Sólveig Matthildur & More
As Airwaves approaches, more and more new music starts to appear. Here are the tracks we’ve been enjoying… or, in one case, not. GYDA – Moonchild Gyða Valtýsdó
Indestructible Icelandic Football Horde To Imminently Decimate The Swiss
After their 2-2 victory against the World Cup champions France last week—a hard-fought game that scientifically proved once and for all that Iceland have exactly what it takes to