Total opposes arctic drilling
French oil giant Total has made an unprecedented move among big oil companies by expressing concerns over drilling efforts in the Arctic.
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Icelandic Skyr launched across U.S. gourmet food chain The Fresh Market
Popular Icelandic dairy product Skyr has recently been launched across the U.S. in the gourmet supermarket chain The Fresh Market.
Iceland pins Oscar hopes on ‘The Deep’
Iceland’s film leaders have chosen ‘The Deep’ to represent the country at the upcoming Academy Awards in Hollywood.
Icelandic artists honour US festival
The 2012 Norsk Høstfest festival in North Dakota, USA, has been presented with a special piece contributed by a pair of Icelandic sculptors.
Ecuador embassy on Assange ordeal: We’re prepared for any situation
Officials from the Ecuadorian embassy in London have said the diplomatic mission is “prepared to withstand any situation” while providing Julian Assan...
Iceland readying for euro transition
Icelandic officials are readying the country to phase out the krona once current capital controls are lifted, according to reports.
Warrants issued for killing of Finnish activist in Mexico
A dozen arrest warrants have been issued by Mexican authorities more than two years after the murder of a Finnish human rights activist.
Lady Gaga to accept LennonOno Grant For Peace in Iceland
Popular U.S. singer Lady Gaga is expected to be in Iceland on 9th October to accept the LennonOno Grant For Peace from Yoko Ono as part of a ceremony ...