Culture news World Happiness Report: Are Nordic nations really that happy? Nordic countries consistently score highly on the World Happiness Report, but are they really that happy? And is melancholy the secret to their success? 17/03/2022
Destinations These European countries have scrapped all their travel restrictions With the threat of the Omicron variant now easing, these are the countries allowing restriction-free travel. 08/03/2022
no comment Hundreds sing outside Russian ambassador`s residence and Russian embassy in Reykjavik Hundreds gathered outside the Russian embassy in Reykjavík this morning, to sing in support of Ukraine. The haunting music outside was met with silence from within. 03/03/2022
Nature Iceland to end whaling by 2024 after fall in demand, authorities say Demand for whale meat has decreased dramatically due to criticism from animal rights activists and environmentalists, concerns about toxins in the meat, and a shrinking market. 05/02/2022
Iceland Authorities find 4 bodies after tourist plane goes missing in Iceland The light aircraft is crashed on Thursday in a national park near Reykjavik. 04/02/2022
Climate What does a 'blue blob' in the sea have to do with Iceland's glaciers? A new study throws a light on why the glaciers have stopped melting so fast over the last decade, but the trend won't last. 26/01/2022
Destinations The top 10 places to see the ethereal Northern Lights this winter A new study has found the most popular places to watch the beautiful Aurora Borealis before April. 10/01/2022
world news Trolls, carps and defecating shepherds: How Europe toasts Christmas We take a look at how Christmas is marked in Italy, Spain, Iceland and the Czech Republic. It's anything but universal! 24/12/2021
Iceland Iceland's festive traditions and why they've stood the test of time Icelandic festive traditions centre around the mischievous Yule Lads and their truly terrifying troll witch mother. 20/12/2021
Iceland Iceland raises alert level for country's most active volcano Authorities say the remote volcano is likely to erupt after increased seismic activity. 06/12/2021
no comment Iceland`s largest glacier threatened by climate change Iceland's largest glacier, a national jewel threatened by climate change Vatnajökull is one of the largest glaciers in Europe. With a guide, a group of tourists are about to climb this ice giant. 03/12/2021
Iceland Three men arrested after homemade bomb found in Reykjavík bin The explosive device was found outside an apartment building in the Mánatún area of Reykjavík. 01/12/2021
Taste The Icelandic brewery selling pea and red cabbage flavoured Christmas beer A Christmas beer made from green peas and marinated red cabbage has become a festive hit in Iceland. Made by a small Reykjavik brewery, the recipe is inspired by Iceland's Christmas dinner. 01/12/2021
Iceland Iceland's coalition agrees to govern for four more years September's election saw the ruling left-right coalition increase their absolute majority in Iceland's parliament. 29/11/2021
Hear 'Party at the edge of the world' promises a night like no other This exclusive Icelandic club night will transport you to 1980s New York. 09/11/2021
state of the union Europe’s week: Sarkozy guilty, German election and Polish 'pushbacks' These were the key stories occupying minds in Brussels this last week. 01/10/2021
Iceland Iceland hit by earlier-than-normal snowstorm The weather sparked more than 120 incidents, mostly vehicles stuck in the snow. 29/09/2021
Iceland Iceland's coalition government set to retain power after election The ruling parties won 37 seats altogether, gaining two from the last election. 26/09/2021
Iceland COVID, climate and... fresh EU talks? Iceland's election explained Germany's is really the only election in town this weekend. But, if you fancy going against the mainstream, here's everything you need to know about Iceland's parliamentary poll. 25/09/2021
no comment The volcano on Fagradalsfjall is still Iceland's hottest attraction Tourists flock to experience the rare close contact with the earth's interior. 11/09/2021
Sport Iceland's football association resigns after sexual assault scandal The Icelandic Football Association's entire executive committee has resigned after they were accused of covering up sexual assault allegations involving an international player. 31/08/2021
Destinations The next best place to move to as an expat may surprise you Here are some of the European cities which are becoming increasingly popular with expats 28/08/2021
Green News Which European countries are best to be in if society collapses? New Zealand came out on top, with the Australian island of Tasmania rounding out the top five. 30/07/2021
Work Iceland’s four-day week trial an 'overwhelming success' The trial found that workers’ productivity and well-being improved. It went so well that now most Icelanders work a shorter week. 06/07/2021
Iceland Iceland’s shorter working week trial changes country’s working habits Two trials of reduced working hours involving roughly 1% of Iceland’s working population saw productivity maintained and wellbeing improve - and now most in the country have secured the right to a shorter work week. 06/07/2021
Destinations A guide to Europe’s most impressive active volcanoes From the 'Lighthouse of the Mediterranean' to Iceland's newest addition, here are four European active volcanoes. 05/07/2021
