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Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:01:15 +0000
The Volcano: A Memoir – Part Four
This episode was filmed in February and June 2022. On the 19th of March 2021 a new eruption started in... The post The Volcano: A Memoir – Part Four appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 12:06:30 +0000
Grapevine New Music Picks: Gudfinnur, VÉVAKI, Kári, and krassasig
Another Friday, another round of new, recently mastered, tunes! We could list many reasons why you should dedicate some of... The post Grapevine New Music Picks: Gudfinnur, VÉVAKI, Kári, and krassasig appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 11:00:51 +0000
Pile Of Junked Cars Catch Fire In Akranes
At about half past two in the afternoon yesterday, pretty much anyone outside near Akranes or even in the greater... The post Pile Of Junked Cars Catch Fire In Akranes appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:43:52 +0000
RVK Newscast 221: Covid-19 and Climate Emergency Controversy
It’s sunny, and we’re back with a new RVK Newscast! Today, Reykjavík Grapevine Editor-In-Chief Valur Grettisson, and Chief Morale Officer... The post RVK Newscast 221: Covid-19 and Climate Emergency Controversy appeared first on The Reyk...

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:25:05 +0000
Grapevine Events: Opera Dinner, Silent Disco, Halldór Ragnarsson, and Children’s Film Festival
Opera Dinner in IÐNÓ October 27th at 19:00 – IÐNÓ – 13.900 to 14.900 ISK We can’t think of a... The post Grapevine Events: Opera Dinner, Silent Disco, Halldór Ragnarsson, and Children’s Film Festival appeared first on The Rey...

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:03:17 +0000
Another 4.0 Earthquake Shakes Grímsey
Early on the morning of October 27th, a magnitude 4.0 earthquake occurred about 30 km east-southeast of Grímsey, an island... The post Another 4.0 Earthquake Shakes Grímsey appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:04:07 +0000
174 COVID Deaths In First Seven Months Of 2022
174 people in Iceland have died due to complications from the coronavirus in the first seven month of 2022, RÚV... The post 174 COVID Deaths In First Seven Months Of 2022 appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:29:19 +0000
MP Wants Written Answers From Prime Minister On Her Communications With Björk and Greta Thunberg
Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, Member of Parliament for the Social Democratic party, has requested a written answer from the Prime Minister... The post MP Wants Written Answers From Prime Minister On Her Communications With Björk and Greta Thunberg appe...

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:10:11 +0000
Celtic Influence In Iceland Might Be Stronger Than Believed Before
The Celtic influence might be more significant in Icelandic culture than previously suspected, reports RÚV. Geographic names and some words... The post Celtic Influence In Iceland Might Be Stronger Than Believed Before appeared first on The Reykjavi...

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:07:46 +0000
No Borders Continues To Apply Pressure On Iceland Airwaves
Previously, we reported on an organisation called No Borders that had been calling on musicians to boycott the Iceland Airwaves... The post No Borders Continues To Apply Pressure On Iceland Airwaves appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:58:16 +0000
Track by Track: ‘Everything I Know About Love’ by Laufey
Laufey’s star is rising so fast we can barely keep up. From being lauded by Billie Eilish to performing on... The post Track by Track: ‘Everything I Know About Love’ by Laufey appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:58:38 +0000
A Life, Curated: At 80 Sigurður Guðmundsson Is Just Getting Started
The artist Sigurður Guðmundsson is preoccupied with pouring a bottle of beer into a glass. He watches the rim intently,... The post A Life, Curated: At 80 Sigurður Guðmundsson Is Just Getting Started appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:15:26 +0000
Theatre Postpones Shows As Actors Are Deported
The Reykjavík City Theatre has postponed performances of the play ‘Snake’ because the actors from the show were deported, reports... The post Theatre Postpones Shows As Actors Are Deported appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:13:08 +0000
RVK Newscast 220: Magnus Carlsen At Icelandic Chess Tournament
Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is in his hometown of Hafnarfjörður to bring you... The post RVK Newscast 220: Magnus Carlsen At Icelandic Chess Tournament appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:49:43 +0000
Two More Venues Might Close Due To Noise Complaints
The Reykjavík Health Authority has sent two entertainment venues in the city centre a message from the residents of Grjótathorpin... The post Two More Venues Might Close Due To Noise Complaints appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:21:56 +0000
Perfect Day: Snæi Jack
Snæbjörn Helgi Arnarsson Jack wears many hats—broadcaster, musician and community organiser, to name but a few. His perfect day in... The post Perfect Day: Snæi Jack appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:27:28 +0000
All Under One Roof: Food Halls Are Reykjavík’s New Dining Obsession
If you have traversed downtown Reykjavík in recent months, you will have undoubtedly noticed multiple areas of construction disrupting the... The post All Under One Roof: Food Halls Are Reykjavík’s New Dining Obsession appeared first on The R...

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:49:34 +0000
Icelandic Population Has Increased
There are now around 385,230 people living in Iceland, including 198,280 men, 186,840 women and 120 transgender/other. This is stated... The post Icelandic Population Has Increased appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:26:36 +0000
Bullying In Hafnarfjörður: A Number Of Kids Have Apologised
Last week we reported about a twelve-year-old girl from Hafnarfjörður that has been bullied and abused by a group of... The post Bullying In Hafnarfjörður: A Number Of Kids Have Apologised appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 08:51:18 +0000
The Icelandic Roundup: Iceland Airwaves Festival!
This week on the podcast, Josie Anne is joined by two of the organisers of Iceland Airwaves Festival, Sindri Astmarsson... The post The Icelandic Roundup: Iceland Airwaves Festival! appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:08:46 +0000
4.0 Earthquake Near Herðubreið
An underwater earthquake series has been going on north of Herðubreið since last night, reports Fréttablaðið. There have been three... The post 4.0 Earthquake Near Herðubreið appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:10:18 +0000
Watch Partial Solar Eclipse Visible On Tuesday Morning
Around nine o’clock on Tuesday morning, a partial solar eclipse will be visible from Iceland, reports RÚV. If the weather... The post Watch Partial Solar Eclipse Visible On Tuesday Morning appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:09:48 +0000
Two Sixteen-Year-Olds Damaged Twelve Cars
Two sixteen-year-old boys were arrested last night on suspicion of having damaged twelve cars in Breiðholt, reports Vísir. Children’s protection... The post Two Sixteen-Year-Olds Damaged Twelve Cars appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 16:25:32 +0000
Beyond Language: Theatre Production ‘Umbra’ Speaks to Audiences Without Words
Finding English-language theatre performances in Iceland has always presented a challenge, but a new production at Tjarnarbíó seeks to bypass... The post Beyond Language: Theatre Production ‘Umbra’ Speaks to Audiences Without Words appeared fir...

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:20:35 +0000
Grapevine New Music Picks: JóiPé, Ólafur Kram, and Silja Rós
I know we’ve been talking a lot about the (lack of) sun for obvious reasons, but today makes us want... The post Grapevine New Music Picks: JóiPé, Ólafur Kram, and Silja Rós appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:45:59 +0000
Icelanders Take Part In A Fundraiser To Send The Bullied Girl To Florida
Earlier this week we reported about a twelve-year-old girl from Hafnarfjörður that has been bullied and abused by a group... The post Icelanders Take Part In A Fundraiser To Send The Bullied Girl To Florida appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine...

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:58:26 +0000
RVK Newscast 219: Death On Kirkjufell
A tourist has died while climbing Kirkjufell on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The man, who was in his thirties, was part... The post RVK Newscast 219: Death On Kirkjufell appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:49:36 +0000
2.3 Million Tourists Expected In Iceland Next Year
The Icelandic Tourist Board predicts that 1.7 million foreign tourists will arrive in Iceland via Keflavík Airport this year. Next... The post 2.3 Million Tourists Expected In Iceland Next Year appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 15:58:23 +0000
Grapevine Events: Iranian Culture, ‘Repeat’ Launch Party And Virtual Waters!
Taste of Persia – In solidarity with the Iranian people October 23rd, 17:00 – OPEN – FREE The Iranian diaspora... The post Grapevine Events: Iranian Culture, ‘Repeat’ Launch Party And Virtual Waters! appeared first on Th...

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:02:45 +0000
The Bookmobile Is Probably Drawing To A Close
After over 50 years of service, the Bookmobile “The Chief” is probably drawing to an end, MBL reports. Chosen as... The post The Bookmobile Is Probably Drawing To A Close appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:47:54 +0000
No More Free Parking For Electric Cars In Reykjavík Starting 2023
Rules that allow electric and hydrogen cars to be parked for free in Reykjavík’s paid parking lots for up to... The post No More Free Parking For Electric Cars In Reykjavík Starting 2023 appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:44:04 +0000
Foreign Tourist Dies On Mt. Kirkjufell
A foreign tourist died yesterday after a fatal fall on Mt. Kirkjufell on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, reports RÚV reports. The... The post Foreign Tourist Dies On Mt. Kirkjufell appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:37:17 +0000
Government Did Not Supply Needed Funds For Strætó, Board Member Says
The ongoing woes of capital area bus service Strætó can be attributed in part to the national government not standing... The post Government Did Not Supply Needed Funds For Strætó, Board Member Says appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:05:50 +0000
12-Year-Old Tried To Take Her Own Life After Continuous Bullying In Hafnarfjörður
A twelve-year-old girl in Hafnarfjörður has been bullied and abused by a group of children of the same age. The... The post 12-Year-Old Tried To Take Her Own Life After Continuous Bullying In Hafnarfjörður appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevin...

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:00:28 +0000
Neglected Horses Put Down, Others Returned To Owner
13 horses had to be put down yesterday due to extreme neglect, RÚV reports, but other horses under the same... The post Neglected Horses Put Down, Others Returned To Owner appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:41:27 +0000
‘Leynilögga’ Nominated For Best Comedy At The European Film Awards
‘Leynilögga’, directed by Hannes Halldórsson, got nominated for the Best Comedy Award at the European Film Awards, reports RÚV. ‘Leynilögga’... The post ‘Leynilögga’ Nominated For Best Comedy At The European Film Awards appeared firs...

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:38:33 +0000
Investigations Conclude In Largest Cocaine Case In Icelandic History
Police have concluded their investigations in what has turned out to be the largest cocaine case in Icelandic history, RÚV... The post Investigations Conclude In Largest Cocaine Case In Icelandic History appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:17:51 +0000
Night Bus Closure Discussed In Parliament: “Matter Of Equality And Security”
Yesterday’s announcement from capital area bus service company Strætó that they were ceasing all operations of the night bus has... The post Night Bus Closure Discussed In Parliament: “Matter Of Equality And Security” appeared fir...

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 16:24:04 +0000
Last Chance! Win Two Tickets To Iceland Airwaves & More!
We’re super excited to partner up with Iceland Airwaves and offer you a chance to win two festival tickets +... The post Last Chance! Win Two Tickets To Iceland Airwaves & More! appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:05:15 +0000
Danish Brand Denies Theft Accusations
Yesterday, we reported on the case between the Icelandic design studio Flétta and the Danish brand Ferm Living. Studio Flétta... The post Danish Brand Denies Theft Accusations appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:41:12 +0000
Foreign Committee Vice Chair Intends To Explore Options In Gylfi Þór Case
Njáll Trausti Friðbertsson, the vice chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, intends to discuss the case of Gylfi Þór Sigurðsson... The post Foreign Committee Vice Chair Intends To Explore Options In Gylfi Þór Case appeared first on The Reykja...

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:10:49 +0000
The Icelandic Roundup: Justice Minister Accused Of Fearmongering
It’s a bumper news week on The Icelandic Roundup: Jón Gunnarsson, the Minister of Justice, has been criticised for spreading... The post The Icelandic Roundup: Justice Minister Accused Of Fearmongering appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine...

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:02:33 +0000
Mengi Receives The Honorary Award From The Council Of Nordic Composers
The concert venue Mengi received the Honorary Award from the Council of Nordic Composers. The award was delivered to Reykjavík... The post Mengi Receives The Honorary Award From The Council Of Nordic Composers appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevi...

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:51:26 +0000
Icelanders Stuck In The Car For Two Days Due To Bad Weather
Rescue teams were called out on Sunday evening to help the people found in a car on Kollafjörðurheiði, reports RÚV.... The post Icelanders Stuck In The Car For Two Days Due To Bad Weather appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:45:20 +0000
Steinunn Eldflaug Offers Sizeable Reward For Stolen Equipment
Steinunn Eldflaug Harðardóttir, perhaps better known to our readers as dj. flugvél og geimskip, was reportedly the victim of a... The post Steinunn Eldflaug Offers Sizeable Reward For Stolen Equipment appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 09:42:31 +0000
The Night Bus Bids Farewell
In a brief announcement posted to their website, Reykjavík area bus service Strætó have informed the public that the last... The post The Night Bus Bids Farewell appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:06:14 +0000
Earthquakes In Mýrdalsjökull Start Discussions About Possible Eruption Of Katla
The question that is on the minds of geoscientists at the moment is whether the ground movements in Mýrdalsjökull are... The post Earthquakes In Mýrdalsjökull Start Discussions About Possible Eruption Of Katla appeared first on The Reykjavik Grap...

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:59:01 +0000
Justice Minister Accused Of Misinformation And Fearmongering
Minister of Justice Jón Gunnarsson’s attempts to roll through legislation which would greatly restrict the rights and freedoms of people... The post Justice Minister Accused Of Misinformation And Fearmongering appeared first on The Reykjavik G...

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:24:40 +0000
Danish Brand Steals The Idea Of Icelandic Design Studio
On Friday, Icelandic design studio Flétta has announced that its minute candleholder was knocked-off by Danish brand Ferm Living. The... The post Danish Brand Steals The Idea Of Icelandic Design Studio appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:09:52 +0000
Earthquakes Off The Coast Of Reykjanes And In The North
Some seismic activity kicked off last night close to Reykjanes peninsula, according to the latest data from the Icelandic Met... The post Earthquakes Off The Coast Of Reykjanes And In The North appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.



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