Author: Andie Sophia Fontaine
US Encouraged To Re-Open Naval Air Station In Iceland
A strategic think tank believes the US military should re-open the former base in Iceland, as a part of a…
Outgoing President Finishes On Top
Now-former President Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson leaves his 20 years in office with very high approval ratings, a new poll shows….
Iceland Will Stand Up For Kurdish Human Rights
Iceland’s Foreign Minister has pledged the country will fight human rights abuses of Kurds and other minorities in Turkey. Stundin…
Parliamentary Party Leaders Satisfied With New President
The leaders of Iceland’s parliamentary parties were amongst those at the inauguration, and shared their thoughts about President Guðni Th….
WW2 Era Mortar Found In Borgarnes Campgrounds
A mortar discovered in a Borgarnes camping area has been destroyed with no damage to person nor property. The Icelandic…
“Mouthwatering” Icelandic Hot Dogs Lauded
Iceland’s humble hot dog combines “the perfect combination of meats”, according to one visiting foodie. NY Daily News paid a…
Iceland’s 6th President Officially Assumes Office
Guðni Th. Jóhannesson officially assumes the office of the President of Iceland today, bringing to a close the 20-year reign…
Krispy Kreme Coming To Iceland
Soon, the number of foreign-owned donut businesses in Iceland will double. Sources close to Nútíminn report that the iconic American…
Icelandic Mini-Malls, Capitalism & The Human Condition
by Werner Herzog and Andie Sophia Fontaine
For a bright moment in Icelandic history, late-stage capitalism seemed triumphant, a utopia beyond nature and need. Over just a…
Corporate “Health Care” Will Ruin Us All
Hello, Icelanders. American-born citizen here. I’ve noticed there’s been a lot of speculation as to what opening a private hospital—as…
Iceland, The Green Enigma
by Mary Frances Davidson and Andie Sophia Fontaine
It is an exciting time to be an environmentalist in Iceland. Exciting, and a bit confusing. Nearly two million tourists…
For & Against: The Humane Treatment Of Polar Bears
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Andie Sophia Fontaine
FOR: Fuck people. I mean really. Is it not bad enough that we are at this point most definitely causing…
Positive Opinion Towards Tourists Decreases Between Years
A new poll from Market and Media Research shows that while the majority of Icelanders still regard tourists positively, that…
Victims Of US Bombings Of Japan To Be Remembered
Iceland’s peace activists – and the general public – will once again hold a “candle floating” ceremony at Reykjavík’s Tjörnin…
Finance Minister Emphasises Elections “In Late October”
Contrary to what his partner in the ruling coalition has said, Minister of Finance and Independence Party chairperson Bjarni Benediktsson…
Icelandic Tour Bus Company Offers Pokémon Go Hunting Trips
If you like Pokémon Go, Reykjavík Excursions has your back. The popular tour bus company has announced that for the…
Blood Donations Needed For Merchants’ Weekend Holiday
With the approach of a 3-day weekend, Blood Donation in Iceland has sent out the call. Vísir reports that the…
Ex-PM Casts Aspersions On Panama Papers
Former Prime Minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson has questioned the veracity of the Panama Papers which led to his resignation. RÚV…
Naked Man Emerges From The Sea
The Grapevine has received photos of some particularly foolhardy behaviour at the notorious Reynisfjara beach. Photographer Frank Tschöpe contacted The…
Police No Longer Have Drug Crimes Division
While they will still arrest people for breaking drug laws, the police say their investigative emphasis has shifted to larger…
Prog Chair Waffles On Election Date; Coalition Partners Push Back
Tensions are brewing between the Progressives and the Independence Party over when early elections will be held. Progressive Party chairperson…
Something Resembling Summer All This Week In Reykjavík
The week’s weather forecast for the capital area shows mostly clear skies and scorching temperatures (by Icelandic standards anyway). If…
Seals Bouncing Back
Seal numbers have gone up from last year, but are still below the yearly average. Vísir reports that 580 seals…
Private Hospital Idea Ignites Criticism
A Dutch company that wants to build a private hospital in Iceland is being met with considerable criticism and resistance….
10-Year-Old Driver Busted For Doing Donuts In Parking Lot
Police were called out twice last night to stop drivers who were under the legal age for operating a motor…