Prasidh Krishna brutally trolled after poor show with ball against England; ‘People say its expensive in Iceland, but…’

At a time when Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep received plaudits for their exploits in the ongoing second Test against England in Birmingham, India pacer Prasidh Krishna became the topic of sharp criticism from fans and experts for his wicketless...

Iceland’s RÚV to support Israel’s exclusion from Eurovision/EBU after board vote

In a vote at the board on April 28th of this year, the Icelandic broadcaster RÚV decided to ask its Director-General to vote in favour of Israel’s exclusion from Eurovision and/or the EBU, should such a subject arise. A short majority in favour of...

A champagne and fried chicken pairing, The Forage, Winter Schnappsfest and more: how to spend your weekend in Canberra

Posted on 18 July, 2025 This wintery weekend is for the foodies! From a delicious champagne and fried chicken pairing to The Forage, the Winter Schnappsfest (complete with authentic German beerhall vibes), consider this your sign to eat your way...

Icelandic Naming Committee Approves Baggio, Rejects Hó

Iceland’s Personal Names Committee has approved a number of new first names, including Sesselíus, Vava, Anóra, Link, Eugenía, Kareem, Míló, Baggio, Star, Bíi, and Celina. However, one suggested middle name, Hó, was turned down. The committee...

These are the best things to do in Reykjavik, whatever your style

The world’s most northerly capital may have a population — around 140,000 — about the size of Norwich, but it’s got the personality of a much bigger metropolis. Subversive, stylish and endlessly creative, Reykjavik abounds with energy year-round,...

The Ultimate 7-Day Iceland Road Trip with Hertz | Day 3 – Discover the East

This article is brought to you in partnership with Hertz Iceland. Welcome to Day 3 of our seven-part journey around Iceland’s Ring Road! This article is brought to you by Hertz Iceland; the rental that connects you to the country’s most scenic and...

Sacred Spaces, Sacred Places: Icelandic Artists In Varanasi

“What happens when artists are transported to a studio far away from the comfort zone of the familiar?” This question lies at the heart of the project that brought Among Gods and Mortals: Icelandic Artists in Varanasi to life — an exhibition...

Iceland to call for EBU to ban Israel at London meeting in July

Owner of Iceland's largest tourist attraction issues dire warning about island's future: 'I've seen dramatic changes'

It is a vicious cycle. by Kristen CarrJuly 4, 2025 The melting and vanishing of Iceland's glaciers could affect tourism in the future, Skift reported. The glaciers are a major attraction, and if they no longer exist, it would be a direct threat to...

Silversea visits new, remote destinations in Iceland's north

Silversea completed the first in a series of five expedition voyages around Iceland, with calls at Drangey Island, Hofsós and coastal cruising at Málmey, all within the Skagafjörður region. The calls form part of a broader itinerary aimed at...

Iceland Inflation Rises To 4.2%

Consumer price inflation in Iceland accelerated in June after easing in the previous month, preliminary data from Statistics Iceland showed on Friday. The consumer price index rose 4.2 percent year-on-year in June, faster than the 3.8 percent rise...

Icelandic Road Agency Wants Hearts Removed From Akureyri Traffic Lights

The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration (Vegagerðin) has requested that Akureyri’s town planning committee remove the heart-shaped traffic lights that have been a hallmark of the town for years, reports Vísir. The agency claims the hearts...

Iceland regional Mýflug ceases operations

Iceland-based regional airline Mýflug has announced that it will no longer operate scheduled, charter or sightseeing flights with immediate effect. Medivac flights are not believed to be affected. The airline was established in 1985 and flew to a...

Iceland Marks Ten Years of Biting Midges

Iceland’s national broadcaster first reported on the arrival of the biting midge on July 1, 2015, after a weekend of widespread bites near the capital area. Ten years on, the insect has spread across the country, prompting health officials to...

Kartan Mar Kjartansson seals Aberdeen transfer as Jimmy Thelin wins race with bigger clubs for Icelandic starlet

Aberdeen have beaten off stiff competition to land rising Iceland star Kjartan Mar Kjartansson. Dons boss Jimmy Thelin has confirmed that the club have agreed a fee to sign the midfielder on a four year contract from Starjan. The 18-year-old, who...

Iceland FC clasp Gunjur Beach Soccer trophy

Solar Enterprise FC made an excellent start to the match and created numerous goal scoring opportunities but squandered them away. Iceland FC, who were unable to contain Solar Enterprise FC in the midfield, scored two goals during the match...

Finland beat Iceland in UEFA Women’s Euro opener

Iceland Women v Finland Women – UEFA Women’s Euro Group A – Stockhorn Arena, Thun – Report Iceland Women 0 Finland Women 1 Katariina Kosola’s second-half strike saw Finland through to a 1-0 victory over ten-man Iceland in the opening match of UEFA...

Aberdeen buy Iceland youth Kjartansson from Stjarnan

"We must be patient. We must nurture him and, at times, we must protect him to ensure we are able to realise his significant potential." Aberdeen's scouting department had been tracking his progress "for some time". "We are pleased to have signed...

Finland open Women's Euro campaign against Iceland

Finland will face Iceland in their opening match of the Women's European Championship on Wednesday evening in Thun, Switzerland. Kick-off is at 7pm Finnish time. The game is the first of the tournament, with the opening ceremony taking place later...

Books & Looks Podcast: Sara Winokur — Lewis Chessmen Murders, DNA & Iceland’s Pirate Secrets

Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a literary podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio and video interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real...