Reports: Al Qaeda-trained Norwegian ready for attack
A Norwegian national has been trained by Al-Qaeda to attack a target in the West, according to media reports.
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Lazy Greenland sharks ‘feed on sleeping seals’
Scientists have suggested that Greenland sharks may feed on sleeping seals as their super-slow swimming speed can nowhere near match that of its swift...
The presidential election in Iceland – Final numbers
Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson will be staying as the president of Iceland for the next four years. Mr. Grímsson got 52.78% of the overall votes and his main ...
Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson reelected as president of Iceland
Even though only 21% of votes have been counted it looks like Mr. Grímsson will be reelected as the president of Iceland. He will be the longest sitti...
Iceland making fast progress in EU membership bid
Iceland has taken another step towards EU membership but admits the contentious issue of fishing quotas is likely to slow down its fast progress.
Icelandic striker signs for Wolves
Icelandic national football star Bjorn Sigurdarson has agreed to sign for English side Wolverhampton in a four-year deal.
Survey: gender and class affect Finns’ health
An annual survey has revealed that gender and class differences play a big part in the lifestyle choices of Finns.
Iceland to vote in presidential elections
Icelanders will take to the polls tomorrow to determine if Olafur Ragnar Grimsson will get a fifth presidential term. The 69-year-old’s main competito...