Author: Andie Sophia Fontaine
High Rollers: The Wacky World Of Icelandic Finance
When the Panama Papers leak broke last year, then-Prime Minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson wasn’t the only Icelander revealed to be…
“Make Your Own Slave” Exercise In Icelandic Primary School Textbook
An Icelandic textbook for primary school children includes an exercise prompting kids to make their own slaves, and not all…
Young Albanian Man Dies From Stabbing Attack, Memorial Collection Started
Klevis Sula, a 20-year-old man from Albania who lived and worked in Iceland, passed away in the early morning hours…
Missing in Iceland: Corndogs
Many moons ago, someone said to themselves, “Sure, hot dogs are bad for you, but there must be a way…
Nexus Noobs: Where A Kid Can Be A Geek
Anyone who grew up with an interest in Star Wars, Dungeons & Dragons or cosplay can probably relate to the…
this.is/madness: Icelandic Internet Pioneer Guðmundur Ragnar Guðmundsson
Guðmundur Ragnar Guðmundsson is the type of guy who gets bored easily. This drive to always be doing something new…
Weather: Iceland To Remain Below Zero For At Least The Next Week
If you’re planning on venturing outdoors at any point over at least the next week, do keep in mind that…
Iceland’s PM Against Increased American Military Presence
Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir is opposed to a long-term US military presence in Iceland, and wants more information about America’s…
Poll: Iceland’s New Government Overwhelmingly Popular
A new poll conducted by Fréttablaðið/Stöð 2/Vísir a few days after the joint platform of Iceland’s new government was announced…
Icelandic Coast Guard Seizes Drone That Disturbed Rescue Operation
Workers rescuing a woman with an injured back from the side of a mountain were followed by an annoying guest,…
Iceland To Get Colder And Windier This Week
The weather in Iceland this week will embrace winter in customary style: with plummeting temperatures and punishing winds. According to…
Poll: Iceland’s Ruling Coalition Loses Support; Social Dems And Pirates Gain
A Gallup poll conducted during talks between the Left-Greens, the Independence Party and the Progressives shows their support slipping, while…
On This Day In 1918, “The Kingdom Of Iceland” Was Born
On this day back in 1918, Iceland took an important step towards being a fully independent republic, and is today…
Iceland’s Fishing Minister Expands Whale Sanctuary On Last Day In Office
The last act of the outgoing Minister of Fisheries was to expand the no-hunting zone for whales in the bay…
Björk Speaks Out About Politics In Iceland
In an interview with Grapevine, the artist talks about her new album, corruption in Icelandic politics, misogyny, and more. Björk…
Meet Iceland’s New (And Old) Ministers
We now know who will be taking which ministerial seats in Iceland’s new government. There are a few new faces,…
Family Deported From Iceland With Almost No Warning
An asylum seeker family, including a pregnant mother in need of medical care and a 18-month-old boy, were suddenly deported…
Iceland’s New Government Formed
Left-Green chair Katrín Jakobsdóttir is Iceland’s new Prime Minister, and the Independence Party has received the majority of ministerial seats….
Brexit: A Hard Road Ahead For Iceland
Although not an EU country, Iceland has a difficult time ahead with Brexit, as the UK prepares to leave the…
Reykjavík’s Housing Problem Leaving Locals Out In The Cold
Some Icelanders in Reykjavík are sleeping in tents and cars for lack of affordable housing, while most long-term Airbnb listings…
Elections ’17: Iceland’s New Gov’t Likely Convenes Tomorrow
The joint platform and ministerial seats are all but finalised for Iceland’s next government. Parties involved vote on the platform…
Scent Of Delicious Noodles Disturbs Apartments Owner & Guests
The heady aroma from Noodle Station has made its way into guest accommodation located above it, to the consternation of…
Reykjavík Pretty Much Fully Booked For New Years
Hope you already booked your room for New Years Eve in Reykjavík, because Iceland’s capital is more or less out…
Minus 15°C In Iceland Over Next 24 Hours
It is going to be terribly, miserably cold tomorrow no matter where you are in Iceland tomorrow, so you best…
Police Clear Tourists Off The Ice In Jökulsárlón
Once again, tourists have ventured out onto the ice at Jökulsárlón. This time, police were called to get them to…