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The Volcano: A Memoir – Part One

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On the 19th of March 2021, a new eruption started in the Southeast corner of Iceland, on the Reykjanes peninsula….

RVK Newscast 172: A Record-Breaking Winter

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Welcome back to RVK Newscast! Today Grapevine editor-in-chief, Valur Grettisson, takes us on a wintery walk around his neighbourhood to…

Grapevine Picks: Seismic Scenes, Mountain Music And Dirty Drag

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Here’s your Friday fix of fun stuff to do over the next few days. We’ve got an exhibition by new…

‘Fire & Iceland’ Documentary Is Out Now

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The ‘Fire & Iceland’ documentary that was filmed in Iceland last year is now available on Amazon Prime in the…

Large Earthquake Detected Near Bárðarbunga

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According to the latest data from the Icelandic Met Office, another earthquake has been detected near Bárðarbunga this morning, this…

The Quiet Music Men: Hugar Create Chilled Classics

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Musical duo Hugar have been a creative partnership for 10 years now, a fact that seems to take the individuals…

Identities Of Those Lost To Plane Crash Revealed

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The identities of those who past away in last Thursday’s plane crash have now come to light, DV reports. The…

Largest Earthquake Since 2017 Recorded Near Katla Volcano

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According to data from the Icelandic Met Office, there were three earthquakes of a magnitude greater than 3.0 last night:…

Sea Ice Approaching Icelandic Coast, Iceberg Spotted

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Satellite imagery shows sea ice a mere 14 nautical miles from the northwest Icelandic coast, according to a new post…

RVK Newscast 159: Eruption Shockwaves And Quiz Chaos

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Editor’s note: At 6:46 in this video Valur states that restaurants and bars are closed in Iceland because of Coronavirus….

Valur Wants You! Join The Grapevine’s YouTube Channel

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We at Grapevine Towers have been so touched by your support so far—truly, our readers and viewers are the best…

RVK Newscast 158: Lightning and Kennel Cough

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Welcome to a particularly blustery episode of RVK Newscast! Today we bring you to the town of Garðabær, a municipality…

Earthquake And Aftershocks Detected Near Bárðarbunga

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Data from the Icelandic Met Office shows that an earthquake of a magnitude of 3.2 was detected at 6:51 this…

Fire Photographers: Books About Volcanoes In Iceland

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The Geldingardalir eruption resulted in more than unique experiences for hikers and tourists, it also piqued the creativity of photographers…

RVK Newscast 157: Earthquakes Silenced And Important #MeToo Moment

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Happy New Year! Reykjavík Grapevine’s editor-in-chief, Valur Grettison (joined by special trainee reporter, Illugi Valsson) is back with all the…

Well, You Asked: Let There Be Enough Light To See By

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Another year, another batch of terrible advice from your beloved friends at Reykjavík Grapevine! This time, Grapevine’s Youtube Coordinator and…

What Are Icelanders Talking About: The Machine Must Be Fed

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You’ve heard of COVID fatigue; now get ready for volcano fatigue. A series of earthquakes near Fagradalsfjall that began on…

Happy New Year 2022

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Gleðilegt nýtt ár! Happy New Year from Reykjavík Grapevine! Filmed in Borgarnes on 31st December 2021. Thank you for all…

Elísabet Pálmadóttir’s Perfect Day: Outdoor Activities And Eruptions

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Elísabet Pálmadóttir works as a specialist in natural hazards at the Icelandic Met Office. During the course of this year,…

No Earthquakes Over 3.0 Detected Over New Years, Eruption Watch Still In Effect

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According to the latest data from the Icelandic Met Office, no earthquakes measuring at a greater magnitude than 3.0 have…

RVK Newscast #156: Volcano Update

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Welcome back to Reykjavík Grapevine’s Newscast with editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson. Today we finally return to the Fagradalsfjall volcano to give…