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SABOTAGE: The State Of Iceland’s Media – Haukur & Anna’s 1st Editorial
There are two daily newspapers published in Iceland. Each is owned and operated by a powerful interest group. — To grossly simplify an already gross affair: Fréttablaðið is the domain of the remnants of the once dominant Baugur empire of one Jón…
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Áramótaskaupið A Hit With Chicks, A Miss With Conservatives
According to a recent opinion poll, the annual comedy revue show screened on New Year’s Eve, Áramótaskaupið, was popular among women but generally disliked by those who vote for the ruling Progressive Party, reports MMR. Tuning in to watch actors and actresses…
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The Creator Of Hangman’s Darker Relatives
Hugleikur Dagsson, the controversial cartoonist famous for his satirical comic strips which often depict stick figures in violent situations involving murder, rape, religion, cannibalism, incest and suicide, enjoys huge popularity in Iceland, as well as an international cult following. Apart from his…
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Jon Stewart: Iceland’s Ambassadorial Nominee Has Never Been To Iceland
During a segment entitled “The Diplomat Buyer’s Club,” on The Daily Show this week, Jon Stewart called foul on many of President Obama’s nominations for international diplomatic positions, including that of Robert C. Barber, Obama’s nominee for the ambassadorship in Iceland. The issue…