European LGBTQ+ Rights Index ranks Iceland third
The ILGA-Europe LGBTQ+ rights map has ranked Iceland third on its human rights list for 2026, maintaining the same position it held in 2025. Iceland h...
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Norwegian Krone strengthens after interest rate hike by Norges Bank
An interest rate hike by Norges Bank has strengthened the Norwegian Krone against the U.S. Dollar and the Euro. Reports indicated that the U.S. Dollar...
Google DeepMind invests in Icelandic gaming studio for AI research
AI research laboratory Google DeepMind has acquired a minority stake in Icelandic gaming studio Fenris Creations, formerly CCP Games, to support AI re...
Iceland Named Safest Country for 2026: Perfect for a Self-Drive Holiday
Iceland has once again been named the safest country for 2026 in the latest Global Peace Index, reinforcing its reputation as a top travel destination...
Finland sees Uber Eats food delivery service soft launch in country
The popular food delivery platform Uber Eats has officially soft launched in Finland, testing the waters in the country’s capital, Helsinki. Uber Eats...
Longest and highest bridge in Finland opens to the public
Finland’s longest and highest bridge, connecting pedestrians and cyclists in Helsinki, has officially opened to the public. The landmark Kruunuvuori B...
Festival in Denmark Roskilde aims to pledge funds for youth and cultural initiatives
Roskilde, the long-standing festival in Denmark, has announced that it will pledge the more than €2 million surplus generated from its 2025 event towa...
Autonomous public buses approved in Norway
Norwegian officials have approved fully autonomous buses for public use, with no human drivers required. Since 2022, autonomous buses have been tested...