Gothenburg launches new inner city tolls for drivers
The Swedish city of Gothenburg launched a new inner-city toll scheme for motorists on 1st January. City officials say that programme – which charges a...
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Rapper Kanye West seen wearing Icelandic Flickr image
Superstar rapper Kanye West was seen wearing a T-shirt with a picture taken from the Flickr account of Icelander Katrín Þóra Bragadóttir.
Finnish language rights expanded in Sweden
Swedish lawmakers have extended minority language rights to the country’s Finnish speakers.
Norwegian Youtube kicker invited to NFL tryouts in New York
A Youtube video of a Norwegian man playing American football has caught the attention of the NFL.
Meet halfway: Iceland looks to attract business travellers
As tourism continues to be a driving force behind Iceland’s ongoing economic recovery, the country is now seeking to boost annual visitor numbers furt...
Finnair to launch first European link to Xian
Finland’s flag carrier has announced plans to launch the first-ever nonstop flight between Europe and the Chinese city of Xian.
View Iceland’s New Year’s Eve Celebrations Live via Online Webcam
Mila, a leading telecommunications company in Iceland, will be broadcasting the New Year’s Eve celebrations live from Reykjavík tonight via an online ...
Proposed polar bear trade ban divides wildlife groups
A proposed global ban on the trade of polar bear parts has divided wildlife protection campaigners.