Articles by: Jóhannes Bjarkason
Sæbraut Public Artwork Vandalised In “Politically Motivated” Act
The public artwork Partnership (Samband), which is on display on Sæbraut near Höfði in Reykjavík, has been vandalised in an…
Father Sentenced 16 Years For Murdering Daughter
The Reykjanes District Court sentenced Sigurður Fannar Þórsson to 16 years in prison for murdering his 10-year-old daughter in September…
Foreign Nationals Comprise 42% Of Prison Population
In 2024, individuals with foreign citizenships comprised 42% of the Icelandic prison population, RÚV reports. The proportion has increased threefold compared…
The Who’s Who Of The Icelandic Brosphere
by Jóhannes Bjarkason and Jón Trausti Sigurðarson
Our Jordans, Rogans and Shapiros Readers of this publication are more often than not unfamiliar with many aspects of Iceland’s…
Car Collided With Bus At Hverfisgata
On June 18, one person was transported to a hospital when a car collided into the side of a bus…
Austurstræti And Veltusund To Become Pedestrian Streets
On June 18, representatives of the Reykjavík City Council majority agreed to make Austurstræti and Veltusund permanent pedestrian streets, Vísir…
Six Homicides Reported As Of This Year
As of June 2025, six homicides have been reported in five separate police cases. In 2024, homicides reached a record…
Double Homicide At The Reykjavík Edition Hotel, Suspect In Custody
On the morning of Saturday, June 14, two tourists were found dead at the Reykjavík Edition hotel. A French woman…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Place For Live Music
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Date Place
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Outdoor Drinking (Summer)
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Newcomer
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Happy Hour
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Place For Cocktails
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Best Of Reykjavík 2025: Best Sports Bar
by The Reykjavík Grapevine and Jóhannes Bjarkason
To those searching for their next favourite watering hole, date spot, wine bar, or cocktail dispensary, look no further — it’s…
Þorbjörn Rescue Team Removes Controversial “MGGA” Hats From Sale
The rescue team Þorbjörn, which is based in Grindavík, has decided to cancel the distribution of a controversial piece of…
Search For Lost Hiker Continues
No trail has been found of a lost hiker near Esjan. On the evening of June 9, SAR teams started…
Colombian Refugee Oscar Florez Granted Citizenship
In the early days of June, Oscar Florez, a 17-year-old refugee from Colombia, was granted Icelandic citizenship by Alþingi. The decision…
Dettifoss Vantage Point Closed Due To Landslide
The northernmost vantage point by Dettifoss has been closed off for security reasons. On June 5, a landslide fell near…
The Race For A Great Summer
In the summertime, Icelanders do anything for a good time Before we left our stinky turfhouses (some as late as…
Cold Spell Affecting Every Part Of Country
A severe cold spell affecting Iceland has brought winter-like conditions to most parts of the country. On the evening of…
Minister Of Judicial Affairs Concerned About Growing Hate Speech
In the TV programme Silfrið, aired by RÚV on June 2, Minister of Judicial Affairs Þorbjörg Sigríður Gunnlaugsdóttir admitted to…
Changing Tides Within Icelandic Socialist Party
On May 24, a group of Icelandic Socialist Party members replaced the organisation’s ruling executive committee at the party’s general…
Íslandsbanki Request Merger With Kvika
On May 27, Íslandsbanki requested a merger with Kvika bank, RÚV reports. Arion bank has also sent a similar request…
Former President Guðni Th. Working As Þingvellir Park Ranger
Former president of Iceland Guðni Th. Jóhannesson has joined a group of 30 summer employees at Þingvellir, RÚV reports. Guðni…