Author: Iryna Zubenko - The Reykjavik Grapevine

Glacier Retreat May Triple Magma Formation

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An international group of scientists is researching the impact of climate change and glacier retreat on seismic activity and volcanic…

Scraping Tradition: Skrapt Festival Celebrates Underground

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My plane makes a swift turn and the clouds part, offering a first glimpse of the unknown land. A rough…

Iryna’s Saturday Night Iceland Airwaves Diary: “Do Not Beg, Do Not Bow, Do Not Curtsy!”

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Every year I think about the need to build up my festival stamina, the same way people train for ultramarathons…

Iryna’s Friday Night Iceland Airwaves Diary: Welcome To Finland

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Punk music is blasting from a tiny tower on Lækjartorg. Passersby stop and ask what’s going on, tourists exchange small…

Iryna’s Thursday Night Iceland Airwaves Diary: Stormy Beginnings And Good Vibes

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The wind is whistling and rumbling as I watch my balcony almost being blown away. This is how the first…

Life Coach, Reiki Healer, Breathwork Facilitator: Arnór Dan Is Preparing A Return To Stage

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Somewhere between navigating the global pandemic, becoming a father and riding his personal rollercoaster, Arnór Dan Arnarson — the frontman…

Drug And Pharmaceutical-Related Fatalities Reach An All-Time High

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If you or someone you know has been dealing with suicidal ideation, or you have lost someone to suicide, you…

Increased Landslide And Rockfall Risk

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Authorities are warning of continued landslide risks and the danger of rockfall across Iceland due to strong winds and heavy…

Swimming Facilities In Akureyri Considered Poor

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The Akureyri Swimming Pool’s facilities are falling well short of competitive standards, warns the vice-chairman of the local swimming club…

Pet Owners Demand Changes To Animal Import Regulations

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Concerned pet owners met today with a representative of the Acting Minister of Food Agriculture and Fisheries, demanding a review…

Candidacy Deadline For Parliamentary Elections Passed

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The deadline for declaring one’s candidacy for the Nov. 30 parliamentary elections expired at noon today, reports RÚV. Twelve political…

Major Decision Ahead For Residents Of Þorlákshöfn

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Residents of Ölfus can vote for or against zoning changes at the harbor in Þorlákshöfn regarding a planned gravel processing…

Icelandair To Stop Transporting Dogs On Passenger Flights

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Starting November 1, Icelandair will no longer transport pets on its passenger flights, reports RÚV. The shift means that pets…

Inflation Falls To Lowest Point Since 2021

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Iceland’s inflation rate has declined to 5.1 percent, marking its lowest point since November 2021, when it stood at 4.8…

CNN Reports 4-Day Work Week In Iceland Has Been A Triumph

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On October 25, CNN published an article stating that “Iceland’s economy is outperforming most European peers after the nationwide introduction…

Two Rescued After Fishing Boat Runs Aground

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ICE-SAR (Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue) marine rescue teams and the Icelandic Coast Guard helicopter crew were dispatched this…

President Zelensky To Attend Nordic Council Meeting In Reykjavík Today

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrives in Iceland today for the Nordic Council meeting, prompting heightened security measures and street closures…

Butterfly Species Named After Björk

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A butterfly species has been named after Björk Guðmundsdóttir, as Pterourus bjorkae, reports RÚV. The species is primarily found in…

Arnhildur Pálmadóttir Receives Nordic Council Environment Prize

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Architect Arnhildur Pálmadóttir received the Nordic Council Environment Prize. The winners were announced in a ceremony broadcast across all Nordic…

A Man In His Eighties Died At The Blue Lagoon

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A tourist died at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa on Wednesday, 23 October, Vísir reports. In a statement from the…

Icelanders Abroad Can Vote In Early November

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Early voting for Icelanders living abroad begins on November 7, reports RÚV. Voters are encouraged to follow all information about…

Unusual Surge In Geothermal Activity At Geysir Area

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An increase in geothermal activity has been observed at the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur since Saturday, October 19, drawing…

20 Doctors Under Investigation For Prescription Practices

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The Directorate of Health has launched investigations into the prescription practices of about 20 doctors, primarily concerning addictive and narcotic…

Stricter Rules For Ice Cave Tours In Vatnajökull To Be Imposed

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The director of Vatnajökull National Park says there is reasonable agreement among tourism companies about new conditions set for ice…

President Supports Parliamentary Elections Set For November 30

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The President of Iceland Halla Tómasdóttir has agreed to dissolve the parliament. Elections will be held on November 30, RÚV…