The Human State Is Epic: “Reply To A Letter From Helga,” is now a feature film
“Reply To A Letter From Helga” (Svar við bréfi Helgu) has a special spot in the hearts of Icelanders. Published in 2010, the novel is just 106 pages long, but […]
Grapevine New Music Picks: Mugison, Unnsteinn, and Benni Hemm Hemm
As the leaves are starting to brown and slooowly cover up the streets, you’d think autumn is already here. It’s not though, but if you’re looking forward to it, d
Celebrating Women In Rock, By Accident Or Not
Mammút and Kælan Mikla are setting up a feast for music lovers When Rokk í Reykjavík announced an all-male lineup for their upcoming show this year, it sparked a discussion [&h
Women In The Public Sphere Are At Greater Risk Of Harassment Or Violence
According to a new study, women are at very different risk of sexual harassment or violence depending on the workplace, reports Fréttablaðið. Shift workers are more at risk than
Rainbow Clouds Inspired By Iceland
Ceramic artist Anna Wallenius on her love for pastels and clouds “I’ve never seen such fluffy clouds before,” says Anna Wallenius, smiling at me through the screen from her w
Don’t Disown Us, Here’s Our Favourite Bónus
Whether you think of yourself as a pro home chef or you’re most comfortable microwaving frozen dinners, you’ll find yourself in a grocery store at some point. As such, chances
The Summer Was Historically Cold, Met Office Says
The summer of 2022 has broken low temperature records, says a recent report by the Icelandic Met Office. Compared to last summer, which had 57 days with temperature over 20°C, [&h
The Worst Place To Rent In Reykjavík This Month: Hope You Don’t Need Your Liver
Type: Room in shared apartment Size: 15 sq m Cost per month: 170,000 ISK Available on: housinganywhere.com The state of the Icelandic rental market is unavoidably bleak. With deman
Great Moments In Icelandic History: President Refuses To Sign Law
The president of Iceland used to be a largely ceremonial position. All we ever expected of our heads of state was to carry themselves regally, take foreign dignitaries to Gulfoss [
Oscar Buzz Around Hildur Guðnadóttir’s New Movie
The American film magazines, Hollywood Reporter and Variety are convinced that Cate Blanchett’s new film, Tár, will receive a few nominations for the Oscars after it premier
Perfect Day: Aurore Pélier Cady
Aurore Pélier Cady has traded the bustling streets of Paris for quietness of Reykjavík, bringing French delicacies to Iceland in her very own fine pastry shop—Sweet Aurora Reyk
Helping People Who Can’t Help Themselves: The Volunteers Keeping Iceland Safe
In a second-floor room in a nondescript industrial building by Grindavík’s harbour—notable only for a handful of red and neon yellow emergency vehicles parked on the street—
Grapevine Events: Josephine Foster, Walther von Goethe events, and a dance workshop for children
Josephine Foster with special guest Gyða Valtýsdóttir September 3rd at 21:00 – Mengi – 2,500 kr She is a multi-talented North American song composer, multi-instrumen
Climate Change Brings Irreversable Consequences, Icelanders Must Prepare
Even if humanity stops all greenhouse gas emissions today, it is impossible to avert more disasters due to climate change. Icelanders, like other nations, must adapt to this realit
The Warmest Summer Temperature Measured Near Húsavík
On August 30, the temperature on the Tjörnes peninsula near Húsavík reached 25 degrees Celsius. This is the highest temperature measured in Iceland this summer, reports RÚV. Ev
Young Student Helps Boy Lost On Bus
The story of an eight-year-old boy who got lost after taking the wrong bus this week has attracted a lot of attention on social media, reports Vísir. The boy lives […]
Best Of Reykjavík Activities 2022: Best Pool
Reykjavík is bustling with activities, from famous attractions to our small hidden gems. And we have busted our balls, pushing ourselves to our physical limits—have you seen how