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Icelandic Road Network Plagued by Potholes
Worldmorgunbladid16h ago

Icelandic Road Network Plagued by Potholes

Roads across Iceland are reportedly riddled with potholes, with a map on the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration's website, umferdin.is, illustrating the poor state of the road network.

Icelandic Tenors Hold Tribute Concert for Bryndís Klara
Cultureruv1d ago

Icelandic Tenors Hold Tribute Concert for Bryndís Klara

Ten tenors will perform together in Langholtskirkja for a tribute concert honoring Kristján Jóhannsson, with proceeds benefiting Bryndísarhlíð, a violence and trauma reception center named after Bryndís Klara, who passed away in 2024.

Iceland's National Hospital Reduces Staff, Ragnar Frey Ingvarsson Dismissed
Healthruv2d ago

Iceland's National Hospital Reduces Staff, Ragnar Frey Ingvarsson Dismissed

Landspítalinn, Iceland's National University Hospital, plans to reduce staff with low working hours to meet government austerity demands, aiming to increase full-time positions. As part of this restructuring, Ragnar Frey Ingvarsson was dismissed after a decade of service due to his position being eliminated.

Icelandic Court Upholds Conviction for Online Alcohol Sales
Worldruvmorgunbladid2d ago2 sources

Icelandic Court Upholds Conviction for Online Alcohol Sales

Various prevention organizations are celebrating the District Court of Reykjanes' conviction of Vilhjálmur Forberg Ólafsson, head of the online alcohol store Smáríkið, confirming that online alcohol sales in their previous form are illegal.

Local Elections in Flóahreppur, Iceland
Politicsruv2d ago

Local Elections in Flóahreppur, Iceland

Árni Eiríksson, current councilor, will lead the Progress List party in the upcoming municipal elections in Flóahreppur, Iceland. The party is contesting for the second time, having secured three representatives in the last elections.

Icelandic Golf Club Sues Rival Over Membership Offer
Worldmorgunbladid1d ago

Icelandic Golf Club Sues Rival Over Membership Offer

Golfklúbburinn Oddur has filed a lawsuit against Golfklúbbur Þorlákshafnar with the GSÍ court. The dispute centers on an advertised offer by Golfklúbbur Þorlákshafnar for remote membership without full membership rights.

Puffins Arrive in Grímsey, Iceland
Culturemorgunbladid1d ago

Puffins Arrive in Grímsey, Iceland

The puffins have arrived in Grímsey, Iceland, joining other migratory birds like the plover, arctic tern, and black-tailed godwit, signaling the change of season in the northern region.

Plans to Develop Siglufjörður Airport Area in Iceland
Politicsruv1d ago

Plans to Develop Siglufjörður Airport Area in Iceland

Plans are underway to develop the airport area in Siglufjörður, Iceland, which has seen limited use in recent years. The Fjallabyggð municipal council recently decided to enter into negotiations with Viking Heliskiing for the purchase of municipal properties.

Icelandic Doctor Refutes Hospital's Job Offer Claims
Healthmorgunbladid2d ago

Icelandic Doctor Refutes Hospital's Job Offer Claims

Dr. Ragnar Freyr Ingvarsson, an Icelandic physician, has refuted claims made by the director of emergency, internal medicine, and rehabilitation services at Landspítalinn (National University Hospital of Iceland). He stated that he was not offered a higher employment percentage at the hospital, contrary to what the director claimed.

Icelandic Expert Discusses "Fateful Elections" in Hungary
Politicsruv2d ago

Icelandic Expert Discusses "Fateful Elections" in Hungary

Gunnsteinn Ólafsson, an Icelandic musician and composer with strong ties to Hungary, shared his insights on what he describes as "fateful elections" in the country. Ólafsson, who annually visits Hungary and speaks the language, offered his perspective on the political landscape.

Chinese Chess Gains Popularity in Iceland
Culturemorgunbladid1h ago

Chinese Chess Gains Popularity in Iceland

People across Iceland are gathering to play Chinese chess, with annual national, Easter, Christmas, and world championships held, highlighting the game's growing appeal.

Memfismafían Honors Late Singer Bó on TV Show
Cultureruv13h ago

Memfismafían Honors Late Singer Bó on TV Show

The Icelandic band Memfismafían opened an episode of "Vikan með Gísla Marteini" by performing a song by Björgvin Halldórsson to honor the memory of the singer, referred to as Bó, who passed away yesterday.

Child Obesity Rising Sharply in Iceland, Doctor Warns
Environmenticeland-review1d ago

Child Obesity Rising Sharply in Iceland, Doctor Warns

A doctor in Iceland has warned that childhood obesity is increasing sharply, with new figures showing that around 5,000 children, or 7.5% of the child population, are living with obesity. Calls have been made for changes to food policy and daily habits to address the issue.

Iceland Forecasts Occasional Showers and Clearing Skies
Environmentruv1d ago

Iceland Forecasts Occasional Showers and Clearing Skies

Iceland is expected to experience occasional showers early in the day, with skies clearing in the north by morning and in the south by afternoon. Winds will be moderate initially, decreasing throughout the day, and temperatures will remain just above freezing. Stronger winds are forecast for tomorrow.

Hafnarfjörður Free Church Fundraises for Development
Culturemorgunbladid1d ago

Hafnarfjörður Free Church Fundraises for Development

The congregation of the Free Church in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, is actively participating in fundraising efforts for the church's ongoing work and the development of its community center. The church is well-attended and has been consistently maintained.

Iceland Airwaves Announces First Artists for 2026 Festival
Cultureiceland-review2d ago

Iceland Airwaves Announces First Artists for 2026 Festival

Organizers of Iceland Airwaves have announced the initial lineup of artists for the 2026 festival, alongside three major concerts at Harpa Concert Hall. The festival, scheduled for November 5-7, has confirmed 28 acts from 12 countries.

Iceland's Capital Area Sees Housing Supply Outpace Demand
Worldiceland-review2d ago

Iceland's Capital Area Sees Housing Supply Outpace Demand

A new report from the Icelandic Housing and Construction Authority indicates that housing construction in Iceland's capital region slightly exceeded population-driven demand last year, leading to a reduction in the housing deficit.

Austrians Favor EU Enlargement to Norway and Iceland
Politicsdie-presse2d ago

Austrians Favor EU Enlargement to Norway and Iceland

A recent survey indicates that Austrians are open to a 'Northern enlargement' of the European Union, specifically expressing a desire for Norway and Iceland to join. Conversely, current EU candidate countries are reportedly rejected by Austrian public opinion.