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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:19:00 +0000Photos: Flags lowered to half-mast in many places
Ministries and public institutions lowered the Icelandic flag to half-mast today following the death of Davíð Oddsson, editor of Morgunblaðið and former Prime minister.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:22:40 +0000Davíð Oddsson, editor and former Prime Minister, has died
Davíð Oddsson, editor of Morgunblaðið, passed away at his home yesterday at the age of 78. With his passing, Iceland loses one of its most influential politicians of the past decades.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Unexpected online popularity
“Háifoss waterfall is a place that has much untapped potential. The attention the area is receiving now will lead to more and more tourists visiting, and that will require improvements to access and facilities,” says Haraldur Þór Jónsson, ...
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:14:00 +0000Several Icelanders request assistance
A number of Icelandic citizens located in affected areas of the Middle East have contacted the Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ consular service, which has provided information and assistance to the fullest extent possible.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:47:00 +0000Bus Rapid Transit a more cost-effective option
A bus rapid transit (BRT) system in the capital area would be far cheaper and more cost-effective than the so-called Borgarlína project planned under the Capital Area Transport Agreement.
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:22:53 +0000VIDEO: Björk Joins Rosalía At The BRIT Awards
On Saturday, February 28, Björk made a rare live appearance, joining Rosalía on stage at the 2026 BRIT Awards. Wearing...
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:45:10 +0000Television And Film Drive Tourists To Iceland
Approximately half of all tourists visiting Iceland cite television and other entertainment programmes as their main reason for travelling to...
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:07:02 +0000Davíð Oddsson, Former Prime Minister Of Iceland, Dies At 78
Davíð Oddsson, former Prime Minister of Iceland, Mayor of Reykjavík, Governor of the Central Bank of Iceland, and Editor-in-Chief of...
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Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:44:25 +0000Grapevine Events: Baroque At Dómkirkjan, Garnival, Future Festival, Dead Air, And More
So, how’s your week been? We’ve seen better days. Despite some bleakness, we can take solace in the exciting events...
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Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:33:19 +0000New National Poll Shows Social Democrats And Centre Party In The Lead
A new poll conducted by Prósent shows the Social Democratic Alliance (Samfylking) and the Centre Party (Miðflokkurinn) in the national...
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