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Watch an audio slideshow of how traditional Icelandic rhubarb stew is made. Rhubarb is one of the few vegetables that grows effortlessly in Iceland and for that reason it used to be a highly-valued addition to the traditional diet of fish and lamb.
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A report by the Ministry of the Interior and the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police has outlined the need for new equipment for the police. Basic police equipment used in specific police actions is extremely limited, according to the report.
Photo copyright Icelandic Photo Agency.
One example of outdated equipment listed in the report is shooting vests which were used from 1995 to 2005, visir.is reports.
In meetings held between the Police Commissioner and police teams around the country, police stated that it they were unable to solve certain cases due to lack of funding and employees.
According to the Police Commissioner, the number of police officers needs to be increased.
Police in Iceland are reportedly also unable to cope with extensive cases such as a response to a terrorism threat, action against organized crime and border control. The report concludes that a three-year action plan for strengthening the police is needed.
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Today is the Second Day of Whitsun, or Pentecost, a Christian holiday and bank holiday in Iceland. Although Whitsun is a religious holiday, many people skip mass and use the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities with their friends and families.
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Iceland finished in 17th place in the final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest yesterday.
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Whitsun, or hvítasunna in Icelandic, is a religious holiday, celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter. Usually known as Pentecost in English, the holiday commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Christ.
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Icelandic post-rock band Sigur Rós are set to appear on Jay Leno’s The Tonight Show on NBC on Friday next week.
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The 2013 April-May issue of Iceland Review & Atlantica has been released. Packed with informative and entertaining stories, highlights include an interview with outgoing Prime Minister Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir and the people who know her best, a photo essay of ice caves in Europe’s largest glacier and a colorful feature on life in the West Fjords.
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REVIEWS
The 11th Reykjavík Shorts & Docs. Catch it while it lasts!
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Artist couple Nína Ivanova and Ómar Smári Kristinsson explain why they decided to settle in the West Fjords’ capital.
Reykjavík Queer Choir’s annual spring concert takes place on Friday, May 24.
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