Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson sworn in President for record 5th term
Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson was sworn in for the 5th time as President of Iceland today after having won the presidential elections last June against five ...
Iceland minister dismisses Ireland’s call for sanctions amid mackerel war
An Icelandic official has said that Ireland’s call for sanctions against Iceland was “propaganda” amid rising tensions over mackerel fishing.
Icelanders’ health improved amid recession
A recent report has shown that most Icelandic residents saw their health improve following the country’s 2008 economic collapse.
Chinese Billionaire revives plans to build Iceland resort despite rejection
A wealthy Chinese investor is moving forward with plans to develop a ‘Nordic holiday resort’ in Iceland.
Irish minister expresses concern over Iceland mackerel quota
An Irish official has urged the EU not to allow Iceland to increase its annual mackerel quota.
Moody’s says Iceland Housing Finance Fund under increasing pressure
Moody’s reported on Monday that Iceland’s Housing Finance Fund (HFF) is experiencing growing pressure due to restrictions.
Icelandic scientists find rare Alzheimer’s-fighting gene
Hopes have been raised in the fight against Alzheimer’s after Icelandic scientists made an exciting discovery.
Lost seal not allowed to return to Iceland
A lost Icelandic seal that showed up in Lincolnshire, UK, will not be allowed to return to Iceland.