Snowden makes Norway asylum application
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden has applied for asylum in Norway, according to the country’s foreign minister. Norway foreign ministry spokesperson F...
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Ambassador: Snowden can only be granted asylum if in Iceland
The Icelandic ambassador to China has said that US whistleblower Edward Snowden can only be granted asylum by Iceland if he is in the country.
Leading card payment and financial services newsletter features Valitor and PRESEND
Leading card payment and financial services newsletter, the CAC Card Academy Bulletin has featured the Iceland-based issuing services provider Valitor...
Iceland footballer Aron Gunnarsson suffers suspected dislocated shoulder
Iceland and Cardiff City star Aron Gunnarsson has suffered a suspected dislocated shoulder while on international duty.
Japanese firm takes Icelandic whale pet treats off the shelves
A Japanese company has stopped selling fin whale pet treats after being criticised by campaign groups.
Metallica to headline at Roskilde Festival
Metallica have been confirmed as one of the headline acts for this year’s Roskilde Festival in Denmark.
Hacker prevention and computer security event to take place in Reykjavík Iceland
The European edition of Hacker Halted, the world’s most foremost hacker prevention and computer security event, will be taking place in Iceland’s capi...
Sweden wants to open child centre in Kabul
The Swedish Migration Board has begun talks with authorities in Afghanistan about opening a centre in the capital, Kabul, for unaccompanied children w...