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Iceland Review

03 Jul 2025, 16:15

News

Finland secured a 1–0 victory over Iceland in the opening match of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, capitalising on a second-half red card in a tightly contested encounter at Stockhorn Arena in Switzerland. The breakthrough came in the 70th minute when Katariina Kosola curled in a superb right-footed shot from the edge of the box, leaving […] The post Iceland’s Euro Campaign Begins with Setback Against Finland appeared first on Iceland Review.

Grapevine

03 Jul 2025, 14:22

June Temperatures Below Average Nationwide

News

May was unusually warm this year, with temperatures measuring higher than June in some parts of the country, the Icelandic... The post June Temperatures Below Average Nationwide appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

03 Jul 2025, 14:12

Edition Hotel Murderer Sent Last Will To Relatives

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The French woman suspected of killing her husband and daughter at the Reykjavík Edition hotel in June denies conviction. As... The post Edition Hotel Murderer Sent Last Will To Relatives appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Iceland Review

03 Jul 2025, 10:12

News

Police in the Reykjavík metropolitan area have issued a warning to drivers following a wave of serious speeding violations. As reported by RÚV, hundreds of motorists have been stopped for excessive speeding since the middle of last week. “These are often very serious speeding violations,” a police spokesperson told reporters from Iceland's national broadcaster. They […] The post Police Warn of Dangerous Driving Surge in Reykjavík appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

03 Jul 2025, 09:58

News

Did it feel a little chilly outside over the last few weeks? It's not your imagination. Last month brought cooler-than-average temperatures to most of Iceland. In other words, June proved to be colder than May in many regions, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO). As reported by RÚV, May was warmer than June across […] The post Cooler June Follows Record-Warm May in Iceland appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

02 Jul 2025, 16:16

News

Tickets for the popular Icelandic music festival Vor í Vaglaskógi sold out in under 50 minutes today, leaving thousands of hopeful attendees empty-handed. As reported by RÚV, ticket sales began promptly at noon, but by 12:50, the event was completely sold out—despite many still waiting in the online queue. The event, set to take place […] The post Kaleo-Headlined Forest Festival Sells Out in Under an Hour appeared first on Iceland Review.

Grapevine

02 Jul 2025, 15:18

Five Year Inquiry Into Samherji’s Activity In Namibia Concluded

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The Icelandic District Prosecutor has concluded its inquiry into the activities of fisheries company Samherji in Namibia, which began five... The post Five Year Inquiry Into Samherji’s Activity In Namibia Concluded appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Iceland Review

02 Jul 2025, 12:18

News

This article is in partnership with Tokyo Sushi. You might not expect it, but Iceland is quietly becoming a great place to enjoy sushi. With its clean waters and world-class salmon, sushi has become more than just a novelty here. It’s genuinely delicious. And at the heart of this movement is Tokyo Sushi, a local […] The post Why You Should Try Sushi in Iceland appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

02 Jul 2025, 11:22

Dance Icon Julianne Hough Partners with Icelandic Glacial™

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This article is re-published from Icelandic Glacial™ Icelandic Glacial, the naturally alkaline, super-premium spring water from Iceland, is thrilled to announce its first-ever major celebrity partnership with celebrated dancer, actress, and wellness entrepreneur Julianne Hough. This milestone collaboration will elevate the brand’s visibility and further amplify its campaign, “You Are What You Drink, Be Exceptional.” […] The post Dance Icon Julianne Hough Partners with Icelandic Glacial™ appeared first on I...

Grapevine

02 Jul 2025, 11:00

Former MP Dies After Boat Sinks Off Patreksfjörður Coast

News

On June 30, a costal fishing vessel sunk off the coast of Patreksfjörður. The Icelandic Coast Guard was dispatched after... The post Former MP Dies After Boat Sinks Off Patreksfjörður Coast appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Iceland Review

02 Jul 2025, 10:53

News

A low-pressure system migrating north from the Greenland Sea is expected to influence weather over Reykjavík and much of western Iceland today. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reports southerly winds of 5–10 m/s across the region and patches of rainfall, though eastern Iceland will likely see fewer showers and marginally warmer temperatures. Today, Reykjavík should expect southerly […] The post Drizzly Weather For Reykjavík This Week appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 12:32

The Women Behind South Iceland’s Tastiest Hot Dogs

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This article is brought to you in partnership with Pylsuvaginninn Selfossi. In the South Iceland town of Selfoss, just off the Ölfusár Bridge, there’s a hot dog stand that has become something of a local landmark over the years. Pylsuvagninn may not be as famous as other hot dog joints in the capital, but for […] The post The Women Behind South Iceland's Tastiest Hot Dogs appeared first on Iceland Review.

Grapevine

01 Jul 2025, 12:15

Students Pay More For Bus Pass Than University Staff

News

A difference of 20,000 ISK in the subsidised annual Strætó bus pass can be found between University of Iceland staff... The post Students Pay More For Bus Pass Than University Staff appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

01 Jul 2025, 12:07

Ring Road To Be Shortened By 12 Kilometres

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Extensive road construction around Hornafjörður, East Iceland, will be completed before the New Year. This will shorten the Ring Road... The post Ring Road To Be Shortened By 12 Kilometres appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 11:23

News

Iceland's Ring Road (Route 1) will be 12 kilometres shorter once a major new bypass around Hornafjörður is completed later this year. The project is progressing as planned, according to the Icelandic Road Administration, with construction moving smoothly. Site manager Aron Ernir Karlsson of contractor company Ístak confirmed that work is on track. “It has […] The post Ring Road To Be Shortened 12km by 2026 appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 10:39

News

Parents in Iceland who are expecting twins or triplets, or who become seriously ill during pregnancy, will now receive extended maternity leave under a new law. The legislation, introduced by the Minister of Social Affairs and Housing, Inga Sæland, was approved by the Alþingi earlier today. It offers six extra months of leave for each additional […] The post Iceland Expands Parental Rights With New Maternity Leave Law appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 09:48

News

Iceland’s Women’s National Team will kick off their UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 campaign on Wednesday, 2 July, facing Finland in their opening match. The game takes place in Thun, Switzerland, with kickoff scheduled for 18:00 local time, as reported on the Unisport match schedule. Head coach Þorsteinn Halldórsson leads a confident Icelandic side into Group […] The post UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Kicks Off With Iceland vs Finland in Thun appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 09:32

News

An education official in Reykjavík has warned that Iceland’s school system is showing signs of strain and urgently requires greater investment. Steinn Jóhannsson, Director of the Department of Education and Youth, argues that spending on education should represent a larger share of the national budget. “This may not yet be a formal indictment, but we […] The post Iceland’s Education System Under Pressure, Warns City Official appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

01 Jul 2025, 08:46

Icelandic President to Visit Switzerland for Women’s Euro Opener

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President of Iceland Halla Tómasdóttir will travel to Switzerland from 1 to 3 July to support the national women’s football team as they begin their UEFA European Championship campaign. According to a press release from the highest office in the country, the President is set to attend Iceland’s opening match against Finland in Thun on […] The post Icelandic President to Visit Switzerland for Women's Euro Opener appeared first on Iceland Review.

Grapevine

01 Jul 2025, 00:05

Iceland Roundup: Silicon, Meth, Self-Defeating Socialists, MRI Scanner, Moomins & Hearts

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The Reykjavík Grapevine’s Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode,... The post Iceland Roundup: Silicon, Meth, Self-Defeating Socialists, MRI Scanner, Moomins & Hearts appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

IceNews

30 Jun 2025, 19:57

Science

Denmark's government is seeking to ban AI deepfakes in order to help reduce the misspreading of information. As part of the proposal, the Danish government has put forward that deepfakes could make it impossible to know what's real or not online. The law will make it illegal to share or distribute deepfake content of someone's personal […] The post Denmark seeks to ban AI deepfakes first appeared on IceNews - Daily News.

Iceland Review

30 Jun 2025, 15:21

Humpback Whale Surprises Þórshöfn with Harbour Visit

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Residents of the small town of Þórshöfn were treated to a rare and memorable sight last night when a humpback whale swam into the harbour. The whale entered the bay around dinnertime and returned three times. This is according to local resident Hilma Steinarsdóttir, who captured video footage of the event, which be seen on […] The post Humpback Whale Surprises Þórshöfn with Harbour Visit appeared first on Iceland Review.

Grapevine

30 Jun 2025, 11:57

President Halla Tómasdóttir Weighs In On Heart-Shaped Traffic Lights

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President of Iceland Halla Tómasdóttir has weighed in — albeit informally — about the controversial decision to remove Akureyri’s heart-shaped... The post President Halla Tómasdóttir Weighs In On Heart-Shaped Traffic Lights appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Grapevine

30 Jun 2025, 11:50

News

Icelandic authorities are set to deport a pregnant woman who uses a wheelchair, in defiance of her doctor’s recommendations, RÚV... The post Disabled Pregnant Woman To Be Deported appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Iceland Review

30 Jun 2025, 10:40

News

University leaders across Iceland have issued a strong joint statement warning that academic freedom is under increasing threat around the world. Within it, rectors from seven Icelandic universities stress the vital role that these principles play in strengthening democracy, advancing knowledge and supporting social development. “It includes the right of scholars to seek truth and […] The post Icelandic Universities Defend Academic Freedom appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

30 Jun 2025, 10:14

News

A powerful low-pressure system is currently moving northeast through the North Atlantic, between southeast Iceland and the Faroe Islands. While this system is bringing southwesterly gales to nearby seas, Iceland itself is west of the storm’s centre, so is experiencing calmer conditions. Parts of the country will experience light northerly winds ranging from 5 to […] The post Storm Skirts Iceland, Bringing Mixed Conditions appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

30 Jun 2025, 09:55

News

A member of Iceland’s Independence Party has called on the government to act swiftly in support of the town of Grindavík. The town, on the Reykjanes Peninsula, has been struggling to fully bounce back since recent volcanic disruptions. “The government should immediately come together with the municipal authorities in Grindavík and begin crack repairs in […] The post MP Calls for Urgent Action to Rebuild Grindavík appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

29 Jun 2025, 13:30

News

Long-awaited safety improvements are finally underway at Stuðlagil Gorge, one of East Iceland’s most popular tourist destinations. This unique natural site, visited by over 77,000 people so far this year, has seen delays due to prolonged planning issues. This is according to local landowner Aðalsteinn Jónsson. Speaking to RÚV, Aðalsteinn said, “There has been no […] The post Safety Work Begins at Stuðlagil Canyon After Year of Delays appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

29 Jun 2025, 13:24

News

Borgarnes was buzzing yesterday as two festivals merged into one. As reported by RÚV, the West Iceland LGBT Festival and the town’s local Brákarhátíð festival both merged in a vibrant celebration of diversity. Guðrún Steinunn Guðbrandsdóttir, president of Hinsegin Vesturland, told the news agency: There’s no question this means a lot to us, the queer […] The post Borgarnes Unites in Celebration of Pride and Community appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

29 Jun 2025, 12:10

News

Whale watching operators in Iceland are reporting steady visitor numbers this summer, although a noticeable drop in British tourists has been observed. As reported by mbl.is, Rannveig Grétarsdóttir, CEO and owner of Elding in Reykjavík, said turnout on tours is similar to last year, but bookings were noticeably lower this past winter. “We are looking […] The post Whale Watching Thrives Despite Fall in UK Tourists appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

29 Jun 2025, 08:54

News

A new natural spa is set to open this summer at Hraunsnef Country Hotel in Norðurárdalur, West Iceland. Surrounded by the valley's stunning scenery, the natural baths are expected to offer guests and visitors a fresh place to relax. Owners Jóhann Harðarson and Brynja Brynjarsdóttir are overseeing the project, set to be complete by early […] The post Icelandic Hotel Marks 20 Years with New Outdoor Spa appeared first on Iceland Review.

Iceland Review

29 Jun 2025, 08:53

Red Cross Responds to Grindavík Funding Concerns

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The Icelandic Red Cross has responded to criticism over the distribution of disaster relief funding. The organisation has emphasised that support for Grindavík residents is being directed where people currently live, which is mostly outside the town itself. As reported by local news agencies, the aid stems from a two-year grant of ISK 208 million […] The post Red Cross Responds to Grindavík Funding Concerns appeared first on Iceland Review.