Author: Andie Sophia Fontaine
Iraqi Teenager Dragged From Church By Police, Faces Deportation
Video shows a 16-year-old Iraqi boy was amongst the asylum seekers dragged out of an Icelandic church’s sanctuary, and faces…
Watch England v. Iceland Without Having A Heart Attack
When Iceland wins, be sure not to celebrate too hard, because it may be bad for your health. While Iceland’s…
Some Highlands Roads Open Already
Iceland’s climate this spring and summer has conspired to open some roads over the Highlands a bit earlier than usual….
Not Everyone Delighted With Presidential Election Results
Some of the candidates who did not make the cut are blaming the media for their low amount of support….
Guðni Th. Jóhannesson Is Iceland’s 6th President
Election results are in, and the historian who has led polls for weeks in a row is now Iceland’s new…
Waterslide Party Downtown Next Weekend
Vísir reports that the Environmental and Planning Committee for the City of Reykjavík has approved a permit for a waterslide…
Presidential Elections Today
Today, Iceland votes for their new president. Here’s what you need to know. If you are an Icelandic citizen, then…
Offsite Voting Challenged
A group of Icelanders contend one part of Iceland’s offsite voting process was actually in violation of the law, and…
Tourist Camps On Golf Course
Golfers hoping to play a round at Korpúlfsstaðavellir golf course were met with a surprise at the 14th hole. Hjörtur…
EU Leadership Issue Joint Statement About Brexit
A statement from European Union leadership about the results of the Brexit referendum has been issued, saying they “regret but…
New Party Makes Surprising Upset In New Poll
A new poll shows that a months-old party now has more support than older, more established parties in parliament. According…
Your Latest Batch Of Naming Committee Rulings
Kleopatra is in but Cleopatra is out – these are amongst the latest decisions of Iceland’s Naming Committee. Vísir reports…
Icelandic Company Offering Free Whale Watching For Defeated English Team
When Iceland defeats England this Monday, the losing team can console themselves with a generous offer from the far north….
North Iceland Sheep Wreaking Havoc
Free-roaming sheep are reportedly doing extensive property damage in a corner of northeast Iceland. RÚV reports that the sleepy Icelandic…
Days Before Election, New Poll Shows One Frontrunner
A new poll taken last Tuesday shows historian Guðni Th. Jóhannesson to be the clear frontrunner in the Icelandic presidential…
Country Shuts Down Just Before Football Match
Hours before the final whistle blew on Iceland’s 2-1 victory against Austria, the whole country was preparing to give the…
We Need Your Blood!
Vísir reports that the Blood Bank is urging people to donate blood before they go on summer vacation. No particular…
Iceland’s Football Team Drumming Up Support For UNICEF
Iceland’s national football team is engaged in more than just smiting – they also want you to support children’s rights….
Mink Family Spotted, Elicits Mixed Reactions – VIDEO
A family of minks were recorded on video, evoking decidedly mixed reactions on social media. The video, recorded by Edward…
Secret Solstice Organisers Apologise
Spokespeople for the Secret Solstice festival have issued an apology for some of the mishaps that arose. As reported, numerous…
Donald Trump Asking Icelandic MPs For Donations
Icelandic parliamentarians are scratching their heads over a mass mailing from the Donald Trump campaign asking them for donations. Numerous…
Iceland Growing By 1% Each Year
Iceland is very close to reaching the third-of-a-million mark, although population distribution is decidedly lopsided. According to the latest findings…
Offshore Accounts Reflect Lack Of “Civil Responsibility”
A municipal ethics committee has harshly criticised the involvement of some Reykjavík city council members with offshore tax shelters. When…
Former PM Used As Example Of A Liar In Cop Magazine
The latest issue of the police union’s magazine uses the former Prime Minister as an illustration of how to spot…
What Do Icelandic Voters Want?
An online poll from public broadcasting shows Icelanders have very strong opinions on what the President should, or should not,…