Hafthor Björnsson, known as Thor, is featured lifting an immense 1,135 pounds, with the article also touching upon the prevalence of peptides and banned substances in strength competitions, dubbed the 'doping Olympics'.
According to Friðjón R. Friðjónsson, there are no formal meetings scheduled for Hildur Björnsdóttir today, though people are reportedly 'just talking together' informally.
Beloved Icelandic musicians Ragga Gísla and Helgi Björns are set to embark on a new concert series together, promising an exciting atmosphere for their fans starting this weekend.
Leaders of Iceland's Independence Party, Progressive Party, Reform Party, and Centre Party held an informal lunch meeting. Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party, stated that these were not formal majority government negotiations but rather a useful conversation.
Norway has reported the first confirmed case of bird flu in a polar bear in Europe, found in a dead bear on the Svalbard archipelago. This discovery marks a significant event for wildlife health in the region.
German podcaster Benjamin Berndt's decision to allow AfD politician Björn Höcke to speak for hours on his 'ungeskriptet' podcast has raised questions about journalistic responsibility and the dangers of providing unfiltered platforms.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, has proposed initiating preparations for extensive new housing development along the city's coastline during the next term.
Sveinbjörn Eyjólfsson, chairman of the election board in Borgarbyggð and Skorradalshreppi, discussed the main tasks of election boards at different stages of the process, emphasizing the importance of ensuring people work in unison.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, a Reykjavík city councilor, requested and received information regarding the mayor's use of a city-issued credit card in January, following public scrutiny.
Mother and daughter Hafdís Jónsdóttir and Birgitta Líf Björnsdóttir, who are always together, discuss their close relationship in an interview celebrating Smartland's 15th anniversary.
According to landscape architect Björn Jóhannsson, fire pits are a popular feature in outdoor spaces, extending the summer season and enhancing garden enjoyment.
Peter Sarlin's new artificial intelligence startup, Qutwo, has secured €25 million in funding from notable investors including Björn Wahlroos and Antti Herlin, with the company already valued at €325 million.
Björn Benedikt Andréss ran 70 kilometers to raise awareness and support for the East Iceland Cancer Society, highlighting the organization's work in the fight against cancer.
Einar Björn Árnason, a restaurateur in Vestmannaeyjar, states that all his bookings for conferences and other events this winter have been cancelled, reflecting the difficult situation in the local tourism industry.
ABBA legend Björn Ulvaeus, now sober and newly married to a woman 28 years his junior, opens up about being in the best shape of his life and his "panic fear" of being overweight.
Swedish entrepreneur Torbjörn Blomqvist shares his appreciation for Carlo Riva's boat designs, art deco colors, and expresses his fondness for traveling to Milan.
The first episode of the web series "Undir berum himni," hosted by Jón Axel Ólafsson, will air on mbl.is, following landscape architect Björn Jóhannsson as he designs a garden.
Two US soldiers were injured in Alaska after being attacked by a brown bear during a training exercise. The incident occurred while they were participating in the military exercise.
Multiple individuals, including Isak Dreyer, have been convicted in Sweden for illegally chasing a bear family using cars. The court handed down sentences, including community service, for their involvement in the incident.
Bishop Karl Sigurbjörnsson, who passed away in February 2024, left behind a manuscript for an autobiography detailing his upbringing, daily life in mid-20th century Reykjavík, and his years as a priest.
The Social Democratic Alliance in Iceland is facing questions regarding its credibility in improving daily life for citizens, according to Hildur Björnsdóttir, a leader of the Independence Party in the city.
A social media roundup highlights various Instagram posts from the past week, noting that despite significant weather events, online activity remained unaffected. The summary mentions a world-famous personality and someone referring to Björn Boði as "king."
Björn Frantzén, a 49-year-old former footballer, has achieved an unprecedented feat in global gastronomy with all three of his restaurants earning a complete set of three Michelin stars.
Pophouse Entertainment, the Sweden-based company co-founded by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, has completed a transaction that sees Pophouse becoming an owner alongside BMG in “the music interests of the…
The Progressive Party in Fjarðabyggð, Iceland, approved its candidate list for the spring municipal elections, with Jón Björn Hákonarson stepping down as leader and changes at the top of the list.
Unique footage was captured of a brown bear newly awakened from hibernation in the Tartu municipality of Estonia, as bears typically emerge between March and April.
Héraðsdómur Reykjavíkur hefur sýknað Storytel Iceland af skaða- og miskabótakröfum leikstjórans og framleiðandands Björns Brynjúlfs Björnssonar þar sem ekki var talið sannað að með notkun Storytel á…
Birgitta Líf Björnsdóttir, formerly marketing manager at World Class, has been appointed as the new Development and Marketing Director for World Class and Lauga Spa, according to Viðskiptablaðið.
The Icelandic government has announced plans to prepare for an EU accession process, including submitting a parliamentary resolution for a national referendum in late August, following a thirteen-year dormancy in accession talks.
Sigurbjörn Leifur Þrastarson, sem starfar sem kennari í flugvirkjun í Barein, hefur reynt að komast burt frá landinu eftir að átök hófust í Mið-Austurlöndum um helgina.
Hann gagnrýnir viðbrögð…
Former students at Menntaskólinn í Reykjavík strongly protest the proposed reduction of Latin teaching at the school and have now taken action in the spirit of the famous dispute of Rector Sveinbjörn Egilsson…
The Independence Party in Iceland is set to announce its confirmed list of candidates tomorrow, with five individuals likely to secure the top positions, including Hildur Björnsdóttir as the party leader.
Björn Skúlason, husband of Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir, will not accept Melania Trump's invitation to an event at the White House launching her 'Fostering the Future Together' initiative.
Snjórinn í New York-borg er verulegur og mjög fáir eru á ferli að sögn Áslaugar Örnu Sigurbjörnsdóttur, þingmanns Sjálfstæðisflokksins, sem nú er í námsleyfi í New York.
Approximately 3,300 people demonstrated in Dortmund against the appearance of Björn Höcke, chairman of the Thuringian AfD, at the party's New Year's reception, despite the city's attempts to prevent the event.
Icelandic landscape architect Björn Jóhannsson addresses common questions in garden design, focusing on optimal seating arrangements in relation to the sun's path.
Einar Þorsteinsson, leader of the Progressive Party, has declined to comment on the substance of a meeting held today with Hildur Björnsdóttir of the Independence Party, Ari Edwald of the Centre Party, and Björg Magnúsdóttir of the Reform Party.
Hildur Björnsdóttir is expected to become the new mayor and has begun holding meetings with leaders from the Centre Party, Reform Party, and Progressive Party to form a governing coalition. She has indicated that she does not foresee discussions with other political groups.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, an Icelandic politician, is scheduled to meet with leaders of other political parties today, likely to discuss current political issues or potential collaborations.
Bergrún Snæbjörnsdóttir and Ingibjörg Turchi have been nominated to represent Iceland for the prestigious Nordic Council Music Prize. Their nominations recognize their significant contributions to music.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, met with leaders of all parties elected to the city council following the municipal elections, highlighting opportunities due to significant new representation.
Discussions for forming a majority in the Reykjavík city council have not yet formally begun, with newly elected council members assessing the situation, particularly focusing on Hildur Björnsdóttir.
Iceland's Landsréttur court reduced manslaughter sentences for Stefán Blackburn, Lúkas Geir Ingvarsson, and Matthías Björn Erlingsson, citing significant remorse shown by Stefán and Lúkas during the proceedings.
Björn Bauer is set to become the Chief Financial Officer of the newly combined BMG and Concord entity once their transaction is finalized, with current CFOs remaining in their roles until then.
Hildur Björnsdóttir claims the majority in Reykjavík failed, citing communication between the former Pirate Party leader Dóra Björt Guðjónsdóttir and former mayor Einar Þorsteinsson regarding a warehouse at Álfabakki 2a without informing the minority.
Fifteen-year-old Bríet Klara Björnsdóttir from Iceland has successfully recovered from soft tissue cancer after undergoing a year of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
Fifteen-year-old Bríet Klara Björnsdóttir, diagnosed with soft tissue cancer a year ago, has successfully completed her treatment, including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, and is now cancer-free. She rang the bell to celebrate her recovery and looks forward to the future.
Saskia Esken is facing criticism for her response to Björn Höcke's four-and-a-half-hour appearance on the 'ungeskriptet' podcast, with commentators suggesting her reaction was misguided.
Björn Bjarnason, a former Icelandic minister, claims the foreign ministry deliberately misrepresented the foreign minister's visit to Brussels in January 2025.
A problem is reportedly worsening each year, with its impact already evident in the country's secondary and higher education institutions, according to Björn.
The President of Iceland, Halla Tómasdóttir, and her husband, Björn Skúlason, celebrated the 80th anniversary of the municipality of Hveragerði with local residents.
A 58-year-old woman was tragically killed by a brown bear in a forest in southeastern Poland. Her son reportedly alerted authorities after discovering the attack.
The Icelandic Independence Party (Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn) presented its election priorities for Reykjavík, with leader Hildur Björnsdóttir emphasizing immediate actionable plans under the slogan 'Strax-D'.
Kolbeinn Magni Björnsson, a 22-year-old Icelander, is hospitalized in Norway with a skull fracture after being hit by a car on Wednesday. The driver, described as an elderly man likely in a white Volvo, fled the scene.
A heated debate took place among candidates in Gróska, including Björg Magnúsdóttir, Einar Þorsteinsson, Hildur Björnsdóttir, Kristinn Jón Ólafsson, Kristín Kolbrún Waage Kolbeinsdóttir, Líf Magneudóttir, Pétur Marteinsson, Sigfús Aðalsteinsson and Silja Sóley Birgisdóttir.
AfD politician Lucassen has resigned as the defense policy spokesperson for his parliamentary group, preempting a no-confidence motion amidst disputes over conscription, disagreements with Björn Höcke, and criticism of his leadership style.
Ljósmyndasería Kjartans Þorbjörnssonar, Golla, sem sýnir frá daglegu lífi Oscars Andres Bocanegra Florez var valin mynd ársins af dómnefnd Blaðaljósmyndarafélags Íslands.
Ungurii vor decide duminică dacă vor înlătura guvernul Viktor Orbán, după 16 ani la putere, într-un scrutin urmărit atent în UE, la Washington și la Moscova.
Björn Höcke of the AfD party has proposed his lawyer, Ralf Hornemann, as a constitutional judge in Thuringia, a nomination that could potentially succeed.
Björn Frantzén, a 49-year-old former footballer, has achieved remarkable success in gastronomy, operating three restaurants, each of which has been awarded three Michelin stars.
Ingibjörg Rósa Björnsdóttir has fallen for the Shetland Islands, located out in the ocean between Norway and Scotland. Nordic influences are evident there.
Rising oil prices due to the Iran war benefit Russia's ailing economy. Kremlin chief Putin stages himself as a savior in energy matters. Is his calculation working? By Björn Blaschke.
Kristján Einar Sigurbjörnsson, also known as Kleini, maintains his innocence regarding allegations of sexual assault that emerged in connection with a police investigation in North Iceland last weekend.
Þau AL0R1AN, Alaska1867 og Gross, eða Alorian Latifi, Kolfreyja Sól Bogadóttir og Jónatan Björnsson Gross, færðu djammlagið klassíska Týnda kynslóðin eftir Bjartmar Guðlaugsson í glænýjan búning í…
Adidas's stock dropped by about 10% after the sports apparel manufacturer's annual forecast. CEO Björn Gulden's communication strategy, which often involves raising forecast values mid-year, is facing challenges.
Sigurbjörn Leifur Þrastarson er staddur í Barein þar sem loftvarnarkerfi landsins keppist við að skjóta niður eldflaugar Írana sem þeir skjóta að landinu eftir að Bandaríkin og Ísrael gerðu árásir á…
Björn Werner läser Lina Wolffs dagbok från Paris och skriver en egen. Han träffar en förläggare, äter dåliga kanapéer och ser på håll hur Sverige ballar ur allt mer.
800 milljónir af samþykktum fjárstuðningi til Úkraínu fara til orkuinnviðauppbyggingar í landinu. Þetta tilkynnti Kristrún Frostadóttir í viðtali við Björn Malmquist í dag. „Þetta skiptir gríðarlega m
A power struggle is unfolding within the AfD in North Rhine-Westphalia as Björn Höcke, a prominent figure from the party's right wing, is expected to deliver a speech in Düsseldorf, signaling an attempt to challenge the more moderate state party leader.
A Turkish film about political persecution won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, where several award winners used their acceptance speeches to advocate for Palestinians, despite the jury president's earlier call for filmmakers to avoid politics.
A gunman was shot and killed by Secret Service agents after opening fire near a White House checkpoint, injuring a bystander. The suspect, later identified, had multiple past encounters with the Secret Service.
Orri Björnsson, leader of the Independence Party in Hafnarfjörður, confirmed that it was decided Valdimar would not continue as mayor. Björnsson himself has expressed interest in taking over the position.
Það dregur mögulega til tíðinda í myndun meirihluta í borgarstjórn Reykjavíkur í dag.
Nú fyrir hádegi var borgarráðsfundur í Ráðhúsinu og Hildur Björnsdóttir, oddviti sjálfstæðismanna í Reykjavík…
Actors Jóhannes Haukur and Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, known as 'The Mountain,' were seen enjoying themselves with the 'jet set' crowd in Los Angeles, attending a red carpet event.
An "anti-plagiarism hunter," reportedly commissioned by the AfD, has presented new allegations of errors and plagiarism in the doctoral thesis of Mario Voigt. Björn Höcke is also involved in publicizing these accusations against Voigt.
Axel Björn Clausen, also known as Axel Chef, has worked in Icelandic kitchens since his youth and built up his Umami Sushi business. He now invites people into the world of sushi-making, focusing on atmosphere and good food.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, reportedly did not contact the leaders of the Progressive Party, Centre Party, and Reform Party today regarding the formation of a majority government. She had met with all elected party leaders yesterday.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, has held meetings with other party leaders and is expected to make a decision on the path forward tonight.
Hildur Björnsdóttir is assuming a prominent role in city governance, engaging in meetings with representatives to discuss matters, though she is reportedly taking a measured approach to decisions.
The chairman of the Association of Local Authorities in Iceland, Jón Björn Hákonarson, states that significant changes to the association's board are inevitable following the municipal elections.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, accuses Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir of spreading falsehoods about the Independence Party's policy.
A Swedish Eurovision expert and reporter from Aftonbladet, Torbjörn «Tobbe» Ek, believes Sweden might secure a top-five position but will likely not surpass Finland in the competition.
Jón Skaftason discusses his and Hildur Björnsdóttir's busy life, noting that all good days start with two double espressos, and recalling when he fell for Hildur while living abroad.
Every year on the first day of the coastal fishing season, 91-year-old Guðbjörn Ingvarsson travels to Garðskagi in the middle of the night to witness the first boats sail out to sea.
An analysis discusses Björn Höcke's political success and the hasty withdrawal of the political left from X (formerly Twitter), arguing that no one can escape media transformation and attempts to do so only weaken oneself.
In an episode of "Undir berum himni," Jón Axel Ólafsson and landscape architect Björn Jóhannsson examine a sauna built from scratch and discuss important considerations for choosing materials for such a sauna, highlighting its health benefits.
Björn Steinar Sólbergsson, organist and music director of Hallgrímskirkja, performed a significant concert in Notre Dame in Paris on Sunday, described as "magnificent" by the church's website.
ABB CEO Björn Wierod has expressed concerns about a potential future power supply crisis, anticipating a major upheaval in the energy sector. He questions whether sufficient electricity will be available going forward.
Hundreds of Icelanders participated in 'Stóri plokkdagurinn' (The Big Litter Picking Day) across the country, cleaning their local environments in organized events and independently.
For the second time, Björn Jeffery's prediction has come true, this time regarding Apple CEO Tim Cook's departure, raising questions about the successor's future at the company.
A new Icelandic TV series on mbl.is, 'Undir berum himni,' will explore the garden design process from start to finish, hosted by Jón Axel Ólafsson and featuring landscape architect Björn Jóhannsson.
Björn Bjarnason, a former minister and chairman of the Thingvellir Committee, expressed dissatisfaction with the committee's decision to grant a permit for large concerts in the national park this summer.
A review praises Björn Werner's book "Det tyska köket" for reviving forgotten German recipes, suggesting that German food should be more frequently enjoyed in Sweden.
Six men, including a Norwegian TV celebrity, have been convicted in Sweden for illegally shooting a bear sow and her cub, with one also found guilty of skinning the cub.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavik, stated that it is clear the city council majority is now aware that changes to parking fees in the city center have failed and negatively impacted businesses and residents.
Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir and her husband, Björn Skúlason, attended the final performance of the play 'Birtíngur' by the Akureyri Theatre Company in Samkomuhúsið.
Former minister Björn Bjarnason stated that benefit concerts at Þingvellir are not in the spirit of the law, emphasizing that the sanctity of the site cannot be monetized.
Police officer Björn Ásgeir Sumarliðason is leading the H-list, a progressive political list, in the local elections for the municipality of Stykkishólmur, Iceland.
Finnur Aðalbjörnsson, owner of the Forest Lagoon (Skógarböðin) in North Iceland, has strongly criticized the proposed rise in value-added tax on Iceland’s bathing facilities, warning it could place greater financial pressure on local visitors.
Björn Werner reviews 'Skavlan & Sverige' and questions whether Fredrik Skavlan can truly be satisfied with the impact he has created, reflecting on his career.
Benedikt Sveinsson and Sif have sold a lavish apartment in Iceland, designed by Björn Skaptason, which features three parking spaces and is noted for its exceptional opulence.
Four boys who met a news team in Hrísey in 1978, Anton Steinarsson, Þröstur Jóhannsson, Sigmar Friðbjörnsson, and Hrannar Björn Friðbjörnsson, have reunited almost 50 years later in the same location.
A new Padel hall is being developed near a subway station, highlighted in a discussion about urban development and architecture with Björn Lipski from Glorit.
Tónlistarkonan Svala Björgvinsdóttir stendur með Hafdísi Björgu Kristjánsdóttur einkaþjálfara sem fyrr í dag steig fram og opnaði sig um ofbeldissamband við Kristján Einar Sigurbjörnsson.
Dómari við Héraðsdóm Reykjavíkur sýknaði Storytel á dögunum af stefnu Björns Brynjúlfs Björnssonar, leikstjóra og kvikmyndaframleiðanda, sem krafði fyrirtækið um fimm milljónir króna.
Björn Bjarnason, former Icelandic Minister of Justice and Ecclesiastical Affairs, has publicly stated that the Ministry for Foreign Affairs has failed.
Two Reykjavik city council members from the Independence Party abstained from voting on a proposal by their party leader, Hildur Björnsdóttir, to initiate talks with ministers, highlighting a division within the party.
Sérfræðingar í málefnum Mið-Austurlanda óttast að allsherjarstríð sé við það að brjótast út eftir að Ísrael og Bandaríkin hófu loftárásir á Íran og felldu meðal annars æðstaklerkinn Ali Khamenei.
Hildur Björnsdóttir, leader of the Independence Party in Reykjavík, states that people are tired of city authorities interfering in their daily lives, asserting that people should be able to travel and celebrate birthdays without government intervention.
Björn Skúlason, husband of Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir, will not attend a White House gathering hosted by US First Lady Melania Trump, scheduled for March 24-25.
Björn Wahlroos, Finland's most renowned manor owner, has opened the doors of his Åminne manor, often referred to as a monument, for a feature in Helsingin Sanomat.