Iceland"The first time a mosquito has been found on Icelandic soil", notes Icelandic entomologist Matthías Alfreðsson.
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Iceland’s prime minister: “No own army in my lifetime”
IcelandKristrún Frostadóttir, Icelandic politician, instead wants the country to continue relying on the US-led military alliance NATO.
Majority in Iceland wants to separate church and state
IcelandSupport for breaking with the state church is strongest among young Icelanders and in Reykjavik.
Icelandic actor breaks world record in deadlift
SportHafþór Júlíus Björnsson lifted an impressive 505 kilograms.
The volcano where folklore meets nature’s wonders
CultureSnæfellsjökull has been active for hundreds of thousands of years - and is linked to the mysterious Huldu people.
Climeworks’ green billion-dollar venture in Iceland dismissed as a scam
IcelandDespite lofty promises, the Swiss carbon giant's plant has not only underperformed - it has actually emitted more carbon dioxide than it has captured.
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New volcanic eruption in Iceland – rescuers threatened with firearms
IcelandThe eighth eruption at the Sundhnuk crater - and the small port town of Grindavik had to be evacuated once again.
Finns remain the happiest people in the world
The Nordics“Finnish society is very flexible when it comes to life transitions. This is one of the keys to a happy life", say researchers.
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Iceland braces for possible new volcanic eruptions
IcelandIncreased seismic activity has been recorded on the Reykjanes Peninsula in recent days.
Unusually cold in Iceland last year
IcelandThe average temperature was the lowest since 1998.
Young Icelanders want to ban whaling
IcelandAt the same time, older generations are much more hesitant about a ban.
Nordic report calls for clearer laws on AI-porn
The NordicsIceland and Denmark are at the forefront in this area, while Sweden and Norway lack legislative clarity, according to the report.
More volcanic eruptions in Iceland as tourists defy warnings
IcelandDespite barriers, tourists have walked right up to the edge of the lava.
Future of Icelandic town uncertain after volcanic eruptions
IcelandGrindavik has suffered six volcanic eruptions in the past year - and there is a risk that the eruptions will continue for decades.
Fifth of Icelandic preschool staff are foreign-born
IcelandThe number of foreign childcare workers in the country has increased in recent years.
Icelandic government resigns – new elections in November
IcelandDisagreements and difficulties in working together are identified as the main reasons.
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Icelandic summer the coldest in decades
IcelandThe average temperature during the summer was measured at between 8.3 and 8.4 degrees, the coldest since the 1990s.
Swedish gangs suspected of attacks in Iceland
The Nordics"A multinational gang based in Sweden is suspected of setting fire to a police car", says Justice Minister Gudrún Hafsteinsdóttir.
Icelanders would vote for Harris
Iceland96% of Icelandic women say they prefer Kamala Harris to Donald Trump.
More whales in Icelandic waters
EnvironmentWhale counters have mainly observed fin whales during the summer.
Iceland’s volcanic eruption could last for decades
IcelandIceland's Reykjanes Peninsula has had five major outbreaks since December.
Icelandic video game to be released next year
CultureThe new Island of the Winds is based on the country's rich folklore and historical legends.
Iceland introduces road tax for electric cars
Iceland– We see that tax revenues are decreasing as more and more of the vehicle fleet is electrified, says transportation researcher Anders Roth.
Another volcanic eruption in Iceland
IcelandIt broke out on Saturday and is still going on - but it has calmed down a bit.
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