Only 7 Percent Of Adult Icelanders Smoke
These days only approximately 7% of adults in Iceland smoke cigarettes, reports Fréttablaðið. This is the second lowest rate in Europe, with only Swedes smoking less than Icelan
What Are Icelanders Talking About: The Latest News We Love To Hate
As one of her last acts as Minister of Health, Svandís Svavarsdóttir (seen above) announced new border guidelines in the wake of the so-called Omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Incentive Award For Gender Equality Presented Today
The Incentive Award for Gender Equality in 2021 will be presented today in the Celebration Hall of the University of Iceland, reports Vísir. The award ceremony starts at 20:30 and
The Horse Name Committee Strikes Again: Rejects Name Approved For Human Usage
The mysterious and little-known Horse Name Committee has made headlines once again, Vísir reports. Horse owner Þeba Lind Karlsdóttir received the disappointing news that she wil
Illegal Graffiti Evoked Positive Feedback
French graffiti artist Kraak-N created some illegal graffiti on a wall outside of a garage in Laugarlækur earlier this week. According to Vísir, the residents of a rowhouse by th
COVID Roundup: 117 Domestic Cases Yesterday, Most Outside Of Quarantine
There were 117 recorded domestic cases of the coronavirus in Iceland yesterday, plus an additional three at the border. Of yesterday’s domestic cases, 66 were outside quarant
Gods of Iceland: Eir, the Healer
Strengths: Heals the sick and wounded Weaknesses: The awesome responsibility of being a war medic Modern analogue: Florence Nightingale Very little is known about this goddess, but
Horror-Scopes: Deep Space Nine Edition
In this edition of Horror-Scopes, we’re going to tell you which character you are in the objectively best Star Trek franchise, Deep Space Nine, based on your sun sign. And [&hell
East Iceland Shooter Charged With Attempted Homicide, Amongst Other Charges
The man who went on a shooting spree last August in Egilsstaðir, resulting in him being shot and wounded by police, has been charged with attempted homicide and a host […]
COVID Roundup: Iceland Responds To Omicron Variant; Epidemiologist Considering Stronger Measures
There were 95 recorded domestic cases of the coronavirus in Iceland yesterday, plus an additional 17 at the border. Of yesterday’s domestic cases, 42 were outside quarantine
Iceland’s New Government Announced
Following the longest parliamentary break in Icelandic history, and negotiations between the Left-Greens, the Independence Party and the Progressive Party which began shortly after
RVK Newscast 148: Ancient Icelandic Manuscript Found & One COVID-19 Death
Covid numbers are still high in Iceland, with some signs of a plateau. One man died from COVID-19 this week in Iceland, meaning that 35 people have now died in […]
RVK Newscast #147: Shocking Icelandic Horse Video And Parliament Returns
Welcome to Reykjavík Newscast! Icelandic Parliament is back in session after its longest break in over 30 years and Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is here t
Practical Icelandic: Má Ég Fá Eina Pylsu
Velkomin! Welcome to Practical Icelandic, the series where the Reykjavík Grapevine teaches you simple and useful phrases for your trip to Iceland. Today we are visiting the Bæjar
Proportion Of First-Time Apartment Buyers Never Higher Than Now
According to Landsbankinn, in the third quarter this year, almost 34 percent of all buyers of residential housing in the capital area were buying their first apartment. The proport
New Type Of Spirulina Produced By MýSköpun
According to Vísir, a small innovation company called MýSköpun is producing a new type of spirulina algae found in hot springs around Lake Mývatn. It is said to be the [&hellip
Grapevine Picks: Hacktivism, Everyday Design & Movie Classics
What is a responsible, culture-loving Reykvíkingur to do in this creative city over the coming week? Well, it’s funny you should ask that… Munasafn RVK Tool Library: C
Grapevine New Music Picks: Borko, Brynjar and Pusswhip
Prick up your ears! It’s time once more for The Grapevine to pour some fresh harmonic honey into them. And once we’re done, check out everything we’re listening t
Severe Weather Warning Issued For Tomorrow In Southeast And East Iceland
A new severe weather warning has been issued by the Icelandic Met Office for East Iceland, with a violent storm expected to touch down in the Southeast, beginning early tomorrow [&
New Website Aims To Teach Icelandic Young People About Consent And Boundaries
A new website has been launched aimed at Icelanders aged 13 to 19 that hopes to teach young people about the importance of respecting boundaries and seeking consent. Called “