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Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:21:17 +0000
RVK Newscast #128: Football Scandal And Mount Askja Might Erupt
The Icelandic Football Association—or KSÍ, as it is called in Icelandic—faces serious accusations of covering up violence committed by members... The post RVK Newscast #128: Football Scandal And Mount Askja Might Erupt appeared first on The Reyk...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:22:14 +0000
Pick Of The Week: Read And Write With The Moomins
If you’re a fan of the Moomin trolls, you cannot miss the new exhibition at the Nordic House. With Tove... The post Pick Of The Week: Read And Write With The Moomins appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:05:53 +0000
Music News: Romeo & Juliet, KK, Hildur Guðnadóttir & More
It’s always an event when Iceland’s most interesting director, Þorleifur Örn Arnarson, puts on a play in Iceland. German-speakers can... The post Music News: Romeo & Juliet, KK, Hildur Guðnadóttir & More appeared first on The Re...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:58:20 +0000
Modern Stories From A City That Is Barely A City: Our Review of ‘ The Book Of Reykjavík’
How does one describe a city that is barely a city? Reykjavík was a town for most of the 20th... The post Modern Stories From A City That Is Barely A City: Our Review of ‘ The Book Of Reykjavík’ appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:52:02 +0000
Bridging Mathematics and Art: At ‘Slemibilukka’, Math Is For Everybody
“There’s a lot of creative thinking in math. It’s playful and exploratory,” visual artist Jóhanna Ásgeirsdóttir explains, sitting in front... The post Bridging Mathematics and Art: At ‘Slemibilukka’, Math Is For Everybody appeared firs...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:42:43 +0000
Nasty & Classy: He’s Bassi Maraj… What Else Can You Say?
“Nasty-tude… and class mixed together. Cla-nast-itude,” rapper and reality star Bassi Maraj says coyly, when asked to describe himself in... The post Nasty & Classy: He’s Bassi Maraj… What Else Can You Say? appeared first on The Reykja...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:29:52 +0000
New In Town: The Grumpy Whale
If you’re up for a sweet adventure, look no further. The Grumpy Whale have opened shop at Skólavörðurstígur 3a, serving... The post New In Town: The Grumpy Whale appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:14:10 +0000
Conscious Consumption: Locally-Made Products To Satiate All Your Desires
With the latest reports on climate change painting a grim picture, it’s past time to take action. One of the... The post Conscious Consumption: Locally-Made Products To Satiate All Your Desires appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:29:18 +0000
Anna Rún Contemplates Interspecies Relations
Six horizontal trees spin slowly in a dimly lit room, outlined only by the remains of their ever-fading leaves and... The post Anna Rún Contemplates Interspecies Relations appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:38:08 +0000
The COVID Test King Has Been Announced
Actor Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson has recently become Iceland’s COVID test king, reports Vísir. With his 100th test taken last Friday,... The post The COVID Test King Has Been Announced appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:30:58 +0000
Air Travel Continuing To Rebound
Icelandair welcomed more then 264,000 travellers in August this year, a sharp rise from the 80,000 the airline transported during... The post Air Travel Continuing To Rebound appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:17:41 +0000
Family Rescues A Kittiwake In Westman Islands
According to Vísir, a family in the Westman Islands has taken a kittiwake under their wings. It seems like the... The post Family Rescues A Kittiwake In Westman Islands appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:52:47 +0000
Iceland’s Failure In The Holocaust, Remembered
December 10th, 1938: The Ministry of Justice receives a letter from 27-year-old Telmar and Paula Toller and their four-week-old son... The post Iceland’s Failure In The Holocaust, Remembered appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:05:31 +0000
COVID Roundup: 25 Domestic Cases, 8 Outside Quarantine, 13 Unvaccinated
25 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. Eight were outside... The post COVID Roundup: 25 Domestic Cases, 8 Outside Quarantine, 13 Unvaccinated appeared first on The Reykjavik Grape...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 10:49:09 +0000
Just Sayings: “Að finna einhvern í fjöru”
Tired of uttering the same old threats? Feeling like your old ultimatums have lost their power? It’s a tale as... The post Just Sayings: “Að finna einhvern í fjöru” appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 10:41:23 +0000
Gods Of Iceland: Elli, The Sexy Wrestling Grandma
Superpowers: Old age. Weaknesses: Wrinkly. Society’s perpetual underestimation of the elderly. Modern Analogy: Your grandma when someone turns off ‘M.A.S.H.’... The post Gods Of Iceland: Elli, The Sexy Wrestling Grandma appeared first on The Re...

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:19:59 +0000
Ask An Expert: Why Are There So Few Immigrants In Parliament?
Iceland’s immigrant population—which includes those who are now citizens, capable of voting in parliamentary elections—is over 15%, but this is... The post Ask An Expert: Why Are There So Few Immigrants In Parliament? appeared first on The ...

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:08:44 +0000
No Restrictions Set On Cats’ Movement Outdoors
The Parliamentary Ombudsman has received a complaint about The Housing Complaints Committee’s decision not to restrict the free movement of... The post No Restrictions Set On Cats’ Movement Outdoors appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:59:32 +0000
Changes In Askja Volcano
The Icelandic Met Office is reporting on land level changes at Askja—a volcano that is part of Dyngjufjöll mountains—citing a... The post Changes In Askja Volcano appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 11:27:31 +0000
Crowded House: Parliamentary Elections In The Pandemic
Correction: Independence Party candidate Viktor Ingi Lorange is, in fact, neither an immigrant nor of foreign extraction, despite his inclusion... The post Crowded House: Parliamentary Elections In The Pandemic appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevi...

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 11:07:42 +0000
COVID Roundup: 26 Domestic Cases Yesterday
26 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. 10 were outside... The post COVID Roundup: 26 Domestic Cases Yesterday appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:47:58 +0000
Flooding Continuing In The Southeast, Will Likely Reach National Highway
The flooding which began in Skaftá last Wednesday has not abetted, but has in fact risen to levels that make... The post Flooding Continuing In The Southeast, Will Likely Reach National Highway appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:03:11 +0000
Grapevine Picks: 30 Artists And A Literary Love-In
The Grapevine Crew scoops the cream of next week’s art happenings and events, and invites you to lick the spoon.... The post Grapevine Picks: 30 Artists And A Literary Love-In appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:00:41 +0000
Culture Pick: The Reykjavík Literary Festival
The biennial Reykjavík International Literary Festival is slated to take place from September 8th to the 11th in two historic... The post Culture Pick: The Reykjavík Literary Festival appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:30:29 +0000
Grapevine Playlist: Vök, Rebekka Blöndal, Matthías Hemstock, And More!
Vök – “No Coffee At The Funeral” If you understand the importance of coffee in the fabric of Icelandic culture,... The post Grapevine Playlist: Vök, Rebekka Blöndal, Matthías Hemstock, And More! appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine...

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:55:33 +0000
A Little Old, A Little New And A Fabulous View: Luxury Meets History In The Golden Circle
Your GPS announces you’re nearing your destination. You drive past sheep lazily napping in tufts of luscious moss as rain... The post A Little Old, A Little New And A Fabulous View: Luxury Meets History In The Golden Circle appeared first on The Re...

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:53:26 +0000
Wildfire Warning In East Iceland
According to Vísir, East Iceland’s Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management has warned people about light fires outdoors. They... The post Wildfire Warning In East Iceland appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:39:17 +0000
Streets Of Central Reykjavík Getting A Facelift
The streets of central Reykjavík are getting a completely new look according to the City Planning and Transportation Council. Vísir... The post Streets Of Central Reykjavík Getting A Facelift appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:24:24 +0000
Well, You Asked: An American Abroad
Icelanders love to know what others think of Iceland. Well, you asked — and an American newcomer answered. Is living... The post Well, You Asked: An American Abroad appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:20:27 +0000
Lost In Google Translation: Dude, Where’s My Carp?
Imagine you’re laid out, soaking up some rays in the lovely green area of Elliðaárdalur, living your absolute best life... The post Lost In Google Translation: Dude, Where’s My Carp? appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:59:18 +0000
Perfect Day: Dr. Bryony Mathew
Dr. Bryony Mathew is the U.K.’s  newest (and first female!) Ambassador to Iceland. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience from... The post Perfect Day: Dr. Bryony Mathew appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:49:30 +0000
From Afghanistan To Iceland: An Activist Seeks To Help His Homeland
Sign Sayed’s petition at change.org and learn more about his organisation, Samstaðan on Instagram. On the morning of August 19th,... The post From Afghanistan To Iceland: An Activist Seeks To Help His Homeland appeared first on The Reykjavik Grape...

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:33:10 +0000
New Payment System And Possible Penalty Fares At Strætó
According to Vísir, the Icelandic public transport organisation Strætó is planning on launching a new electronic payment system this October.... The post New Payment System And Possible Penalty Fares At Strætó appeared first on The Reykjavik Gra...

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:21:48 +0000
COVID Roundup: 43 Domestic Cases, Most Of Them Unvaccinated
43 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. 16 were outside... The post COVID Roundup: 43 Domestic Cases, Most Of Them Unvaccinated appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 13:54:17 +0000
Skeifan’s Famous Cat Warming Hearts On Facebook
If you’re a cat person, you might have heard about one of the most famous cats in Iceland, Diego. According... The post Skeifan’s Famous Cat Warming Hearts On Facebook appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:27:21 +0000
Iceland To Work With EU On Emissions Targets
Iceland is working in collaboration with the European Union and Noway to reduce emissions in line with the goals set... The post Iceland To Work With EU On Emissions Targets appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:04:31 +0000
More Summer Days In Akureyri Than Reykjavík This Year
This summer Akureyri has seen three times the amount of “summer days” than Reykjavík, according to the criteria of Hungurdiskar.... The post More Summer Days In Akureyri Than Reykjavík This Year appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine...

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:57:09 +0000
COVID Roundup: 54 Domestic Cases, Most Unvaccinated And In Quarantine
54 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. 25 were outside... The post COVID Roundup: 54 Domestic Cases, Most Unvaccinated And In Quarantine appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine....

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:49:23 +0000
Abuse Survivor Puzzled By Statement From Footballer Who Attacked Her
In response to Kolbeinn Sigþórsson’s statement yesterday, wherein he issued a very conditional apology of sorts for “behaviour [that] …... The post Abuse Survivor Puzzled By Statement From Footballer Who Attacked Her appeared firs...

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:20:59 +0000
Iceland Airwaves Postponed Until Next Year
In a statement released by Iceland Airwaves organisers just now, it was announced that the music festival will be postponed... The post Iceland Airwaves Postponed Until Next Year appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:25:26 +0000
Kolbeinn Sigþórsson Releases Statement On Assault He Committed
In the wake of the continuing controversy involving the Icelandic Football Association (KSÍ), sexual assaults reportedly committed by some of... The post Kolbeinn Sigþórsson Releases Statement On Assault He Committed appeared first on The Reykjavi...

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:22:30 +0000
A Flood Has Started In Skaftá
The river Skaftá in Southern Iceland has been seeing changes in recent days indicating a flood has begun. Electrical conductivity... The post A Flood Has Started In Skaftá appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:01:25 +0000
Data Protection Authority Takes On Plastic Bag Rule
According to Morgunblaðið, an anonymous person has complained to the Icelandic Data Protection Authority about recycling center Sorpa’s new rule... The post Data Protection Authority Takes On Plastic Bag Rule appeared first on The Reykjavik Grape...

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 13:45:06 +0000
Reykjavík Literary Festival To Take Place September 8th-11th
The Reykjavík International Literary Festival will take place from September 8th to 11th, after having been rescheduled due to COVID-19.... The post Reykjavík Literary Festival To Take Place September 8th-11th appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapev...

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 12:04:37 +0000
Icelandic Astrophysicist Awarded In US
Icelandic astrophysicist Guðmundur Kári Stefánsson has been recognised in the United States for his work in helping develop a new... The post Icelandic Astrophysicist Awarded In US appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:29:48 +0000
More Under Fire In KSÍ Controversy
The previous days have seen KSI’s Director, Guðni Bergsson as well as its board, deputies and regional representatives resign from... The post More Under Fire In KSÍ Controversy appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:13:27 +0000
COVID Roundup: 67 Domestic Cases Yesterday, Most In Quarantine At Diagnosis
67 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. 29 were outside... The post COVID Roundup: 67 Domestic Cases Yesterday, Most In Quarantine At Diagnosis appeared first on The Reykjavik Grap...

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 14:17:43 +0000
Medical Associations Against Prosecution In Healthcare
Chairmen from three Icelandic medical associations have come together to take the stand that healthcare professionals should be protected from... The post Medical Associations Against Prosecution In Healthcare appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevin...

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:42:22 +0000
Horse Race Takes Place Over Highlands
The National Association of Horsemen (Landssamband hestamanna) put on a four-day endurance race over the highlands which ended yesterday. Having... The post Horse Race Takes Place Over Highlands appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:00:37 +0000
COVID Roundup: 80 Domestic Cases, 43 In Quarantine
80 new domestic cases of the coronavirus were detected yesterday, according to the latest data from covid.is. Of those, 43... The post COVID Roundup: 80 Domestic Cases, 43 In Quarantine appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.



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