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IceNews

06 Mar 2025, 08:22

Greenland Prime Minister declares “Greenland is ours” after recent President Trump comments

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Greenland’s Prime Minister, Múte Bourup Egede, has declared that “Greenland is ours” after U.S. President Trump’s comments that the United States will acquire the territory “one way or another.” Speaking in a Facebook post in Danish and Greenlandic, Egede explained that Greenland’s citizens are not American nor Danish because they are Greenlandic and that the […] The post Greenland Prime Minister declares “Greenland is ours” after recent President Trump comments first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Grapevine

21 Feb 2025, 08:29

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ENDURTAKK is opening shop and shutting down textile waste Anyone with a sharp eye for interesting textiles might have noticed... The post Recycling Rags To Riches appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

IceNews

13 Feb 2025, 10:59

U.S. representative introduces new bill to rename Greenland as “Red, White, and Blueland”

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U.S. representative Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter has introduced a new bill authorizing President Trump to acquire Greenland and to rename the island as “Red, White, and Blueland”. The bill, titled the “Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025”, authorizes President Trump to begin negotiations with Denmark for the purchase of Greenland, as well as […] The post U.S. representative introduces new bill to rename Greenland as “Red, White, and Blueland” first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Scandinavia Standard

25 Jul 2024, 12:49

The Best Icelandic Bands and Musicians to Know

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From alternative rock to jazz to hip hop, there are the essential Icelandic music-makers to know. The post The Best Icelandic Bands and Musicians to Know appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

Scandinavia Standard

06 Jul 2024, 06:00

A Guide to Enjoying Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

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From how to get there to where to eat and sleep, we take you through the lagoon experience step-by-step. The post A Guide to Enjoying Iceland's Blue Lagoon appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

Scandinavia Standard

12 May 2024, 19:25

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The famous sweaters handcrafted in with Icelandic sheep's wool. The post What is an Icelandic Lopapeysa? appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

Scandinavia Standard

26 Apr 2024, 16:32

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The ones that have passed the naming committee in Iceland (yes, it's a real thing)! The post Popular, Historical, and Beautiful Icelandic Names appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

Scandinavia Standard

28 Feb 2024, 17:42

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With this natural phenomenon, there are no guarantees. The post How to See the Northern Lights in Iceland appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

Grapevine

08 Dec 2023, 08:00

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How many projects do you have going at any one time? With business and life partners Þórey Björk Halldórsdóttir and... The post Bringing It All Together appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

08 Dec 2023, 08:00

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IceNews

21 Nov 2023, 11:05

Frosty Hair, Warm Hearts: The Unique Tradition of Icelandic Hotpot Conversations

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In the land of fire, ice, and ethereal Northern Lights, a unique Icelandic tradition thrives, symbolizing the warmth and resilience of this island nation. This tradition involves gathering in 'heiturpottur' or hotpots, geothermally heated pools, a practice that goes beyond mere relaxation and enters the realm of cultural ritual, especially in the depths of the […] The post Frosty Hair, Warm Hearts: The Unique Tradition of Icelandic Hotpot Conversations first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Scandinavia Standard

12 Nov 2023, 08:57

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All the design, fashion, beauty, book, and experience gifts to suit everyone on your list. The post A Very Scandi Gift Guide 2023 appeared first on Scandinavia Standard.

IceNews

31 Oct 2023, 18:14

World’s Best Cheese: Norway claims top spot with ‘Nidelven Blå’

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Norway has recently taken the top spot at the 2023 World Cheese Awards with the ‘Nidelven Blå’, a semi-solid blue mold cheese from the producer Gangstad Gårdsysteri. The World Cheese Awards is an annual International cheese show and competition based at the Trondheim Spektrum in Norway, now in the 35th edition of the event. The […] The post World’s Best Cheese: Norway claims top spot with ‘Nidelven Blå’ first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

14 Aug 2023, 07:09

Finnish man arrested for loading friend’s cars with dynamite as part of ‘joke’

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A Finnish man from the Pedersore area of Ostrobothnia, has been arrested after allegedly putting 12kg of dynamite in two vehicles of a friend as part of a ‘joke’. Speaking to Finnish broadcaster YLE, Tony Rauma, Detective Chief Inspector with the Ostrobothnia Police, said, "According to his own words, he had done it as a […] The post Finnish man arrested for loading friend’s cars with dynamite as part of ‘joke’ first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

09 May 2023, 08:43

Feat to become fastest person to scale 14 tallest peaks planned by Norwegian climber

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A Norwegian climber is planning to become the fastest person the world’s 14 highest mountains after becoming the fastest female to climb the feat. The record was set in 2019 by a male climber. Now, Kristin Harila plans to become the fastest ever to do it. Harila has already scaled Mount Cho Oyu and Mount […] The post Feat to become fastest person to scale 14 tallest peaks planned by Norwegian climber first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

28 Nov 2022, 11:28

Lava flowing in the centre of Reykjavik, Iceland

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The capital of Iceland, Reykjavik, has not experienced lava flows since the Elliðaárdalur lava field was formed some 4800 years ago and is now witnessing it for the first time. This has been made possible using technology, and clever engineering and guests can now experience this unique spectacle by visiting the Lava Show in the […] The post Lava flowing in the centre of Reykjavik, Iceland first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

24 Oct 2022, 19:28

36.000-member Facebook group ‘Friends of Iceland’ finally meets in person since COVID-19

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The 36.000 member Facebook group, 'Friends of Iceland', has finally reunited in person since the COVID-19 pandemic halted travel. The event, which took place in Bologna, Italy, brought together fans of Iceland to discuss their love and enthusiasm for the country. Organizer and Founder Maurizio Amato has previously arranged events in Italy and Reykjavík, but […] The post 36.000-member Facebook group ‘Friends of Iceland’ finally meets in person since COVID-19 first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

05 Oct 2022, 11:41

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The global streaming service Netflix recently announced that it will open a studio in Finland's capital Helsinki to build and develop video games. According to Netflix, "This is another step in our vision to build a world-class games studio that will bring a variety of delightful and deeply engaging original games — with no ads […] The post Netflix launches game studio in Helsinki Finland first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

09 Jun 2021, 09:12

Brennuold Festival: New arts and music festival announced in Reykjavík

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Brennuold Festival, a new arts and music festival, has been announced to take place in the heart of downtown Reykjavík, Iceland, which is set to bring together the arts and music community for a full day of art exhibitions and live music performances. Brennuold Fest is a small independent festival built on the DIY ethos […] The post Brennuold Festival: New arts and music festival announced in Reykjavík first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

IceNews

06 Feb 2021, 10:26

Request made for Disney+ to include Icelandic language

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The on-demand streaming service, Disney+, has recently seen pressure from Iceland's Minister of Education and Culture, Lilja Alfreðsdóttir, to include Icelandic dubbing and subtitles. In a recent letter sent from Alfreðsdóttir to Robert Chapek, the CEO of Walt Disney, a request was made to add Icelandic as an option, claiming that, "Our language is the […] The post Request made for Disney+ to include Icelandic language first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Grapevine

10 Feb 2020, 14:40

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Every March, Reykjavík pays homage to the best of Icelandic design at HönnunarMars (Design March). It's a month filled with... The post The Reykjavík Grapevine Design Awards 2020: Nominations Open! appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

15 Apr 2019, 13:14

Brynjar Sigurðarson & Veronika Sedlmair: The Beauty Of The Process

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Brynjar Sigurðarson and Veronika Sedlmair—spouses and masterminds behind Studio Brynjar & Veronika—define the word undefinable. Their projects run the gamut... The post Brynjar Sigurðarson & Veronika Sedlmair: The Beauty Of The Process appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

28 Mar 2019, 12:37

DesignMarch Day #1: The Ultimate Roundup

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DesignMarch has begun! To help you out, here is the programme for today along with some information about events/exhibitions the... The post DesignMarch Day #1: The Ultimate Roundup appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

25 Mar 2019, 14:38

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There's a lot going on during this year's DesignMarch, but you shouldn't be overwhelmed. Here are some not-to-miss events and... The post Grapevine's DesignMarch Picks: The Events You'd Be Stupid To Miss appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

25 Mar 2019, 14:05

With The Tides, Plus Eternity: AND ANTI MATTER’s Journey Into The Unknown

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How do you begin to describe eternity? An infinite concept, forever trapped in an endless loop that falls through the... The post With The Tides, Plus Eternity: AND ANTI MATTER’s Journey Into The Unknown appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

25 Mar 2019, 13:55

Reducing Animal Waste, Bioplastic Skin: Valdís Steinarsdóttir’s Art Of Sustainability

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Following the trends of last year—when she presented a series of clothing and furniture made of horse hides—designer Valdís Steinarsdóttir... The post Reducing Animal Waste, Bioplastic Skin: Valdís Steinarsdóttir’s Art Of Sustainability appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

22 Mar 2019, 15:07

The Kickstarter Of DesignMarch: DesignTalks Is Here To Spark A Conversation

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We may not realise it, but design is in everything we do. The clothes we wear, the beds we sleep... The post The Kickstarter Of DesignMarch: DesignTalks Is Here To Spark A Conversation appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

22 Mar 2019, 14:46

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Design, both consciously and subconsciously, penetrates our minds. Good design augments innate appreciation of an object, while bad design can... The post The Reykjavík Grapevine Design Awards 2019 appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

22 Mar 2019, 14:18

More Than Minimalism & Wood: ‘Now Nordic’ Redefines Design Notions

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In recent years, millennial trendsetters have gushed over everything Nordic on social media. Bookstores have found a niche of selling... The post More Than Minimalism & Wood: ‘Now Nordic’ Redefines Design Notions appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

IceNews

13 Mar 2019, 14:17

Iceland welcomes the return of the ice bar

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Downtown Reykjavík is the new location for an ice gallery with bar in April. Ice-themed establishments have become an increasingly popular feature and point of focus when it comes to tourism and economy in Nordic countries and Iceland finds itself opening the latest in the Magic Ice chain. The gallery will feature ice sculptures and carvings […] The post Iceland welcomes the return of the ice bar first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Grapevine

15 Mar 2018, 12:32

From Fabric To Fruition: The Structural Designs Of ‘Another Creation’

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Fashion designer Ýr Þrastardóttir quickly made a name for herself in the Icelandic fashion scene with her first collection in... The post From Fabric To Fruition: The Structural Designs Of 'Another Creation' appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

14 Mar 2018, 14:43

Design Diplomacy Sparks Dialogue Between Artists

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While DesignMarch is primarily a celebration of the best of Icelandic Design, the program is anything but insular. It’s quite... The post Design Diplomacy Sparks Dialogue Between Artists appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.