Author: Andie Sophia Fontaine
Even Iceland Unsafe From “Black Friday”
The Icelandic media has now started warning people about “Black Friday”, despite the absence of Thanksgiving, and many local shops…
Professor Has Doubts Xenophobia Is On The Rise
A professor of political science believes that the danger of far-right political movements in Scandinavia are exaggerated, despite rising levels…
Government Risk Over Farice Loan “Significant”
The Icelandic National Audit Office believes the government is taking a “significant risk” due to their part ownership of a…
New (Old) Religion Promises Parish Fee Refund
A new religion formed in Iceland has one primary objective: “that the government repeal any law that grants religious organizations…
Handsome Author Steps Forward As Presidential Candidate
Best-selling author, former national team footballer and noted good guy Þorgrímur Þráinsson has officially announced his intention to run for…
Police Commissioner Will Examine “Biggi The Cop” Case
The Commissioner for the Capital Area Police says they will examine a Facebook post made by “Biggi the Cop” about…
EU Position On Iceland Adopting Euro Unchanged
Icelanders may have to look elsewhere if they want to adopt a new currency, as the EU ambassador says the…
Refugee Agreement All But Complete
An agreement between national and local authorities on accepting the first round of Syrian refugees is nearly finished. RÚV reports…
Lawyer Wants Cop Fired Over Facebook Post On Gang Rape Acquittals
A lawyer for the defense in a gang rape case that ended in acquittal is less than pleased with a…
Preparations To Shut Down Aluminium Smelter Underway
Workers preparing to go on strike say they will assist in shutting down all operations of the plant. The strike…
MP: Hornstrandir Needs Protection From Cruise Ships
An MP for the Progressive Party has called for measures to be taken to prevent cruise ships from disembarking at…
Viking Shop Repeatedly Broken Into
The Viking tourist goods shop has been broken into so many times that the owner has reached the limits of…
Five Acquitted In Gang Rape Case
Five young men have been acquitted of charges of having raped a 16-year-old girl, based on witness testimony and video…
14 People Granted Asylum
14 people from Iraq and Syria were granted asylum yesterday, but one Syrian family facing deportation to Greece was not…
Mussiland Seeking Child Artists For Mussiband
The Mussiland Monster Search is now underway, accepting the artistic endeavors of children to create new members of the Mussiband….
Ólafur Arnalds Nonplussed By Apple Ad Featuring His Music
Icelandic musician Ólafur Arnalds is a bit taken aback by how Apple chose to use one of his songs in…
Reykjavík Dance Festival To Donate Half Of Proceeds To Refugee Relief
The Reykjavík Dance Festival is now underway, and half of the proceeds thereof will be going to a good cause….
MP To Finance Minister: “Why Is My Vagina Being Taxed?”
An MP for Bright Future pointed out to the Minister of Finance that some changes made to the tax code…
Police Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement
Police have voted in favour of approving the collective bargaining agreement their union had made with the state. RÚV reports…
Laugavegur To Be Closed To Cars For Holiday Season
A portion of Reykjavík’s main street will be closed to car traffic from December 18 until Christmas Eve. Kjarninn reports…
Pirates Submit Proposal For Universal Basic Income In Iceland
MPs for the Pirate Party have just submitted a parliamentary proposal calling upon the government to look into unconditional and…
No Country For Old Bjarkarr
Iceland’s Naming Committee has approved – and rejected – a new batch of names. Vísir reports that the Naming Committee…
Most Icelanders Want To Drop The Króna
The majority of Icelanders who responded to a new poll want to adopt a different currency than the króna, irrespective…
Labour Directorate Seeking Jobs For Refugees
The Directorate of Labour is now actively seeking out employment opportunities for the refugees who will soon come to Iceland….
Iceland After The Paris Attacks: Fear And Opportunity
Icelandic government officials were quick to respond to last Friday’s deadly attacks in Paris, but not just in the sense…