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palli-dlI broke a spell. For four centuries my ancestors have been employed by the state. Not me.  more

johanna_sigurdardottir_simpsonsOutgoing Prime Minister of Iceland Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir stated that The Simpsons episode which was dedicated to Iceland and premiered on Sunday had definitely served as good promotion for the country.  more

May 20 | Rhubarb Stew
rhubarb01Watch 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.  more


11.01.2013 | 11:35

Customs Seize Drugs in 17 Christmas Packages
Icelandic customs authorities seized hash, amphetamines and cannabis seeds, among other drugs, from 17 packages, two of which contained steroids, delivered by post to Iceland in the two months before Christmas.

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Photo: Geir Ólafsson/Iceland Review.

The illicit substances were discovered during routine x-ray of packages and handed over to police, ruv.is reports.

The number of seizures is down from 21 in November and December 2011.

Click here to read about other customs seizures in Iceland.

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ir0113_coverThis year, Iceland Review celebrates its 50th anniversary. In ‘Cover Story’, the magazine’s first editor, Haraldur J. Hamar, recalls its history and discusses the work of its first designer, Gísli B. Björnsson. The issue is packed with colorful articles, ranging from notable artists and athletes to memorable coffee and pancakes at the Reykjavík wharf. Click here to subscribe to Iceland Review and here to look at a selection of pages from the current issue.
 
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REVIEWS
reykjavik_shorts_and_docs_2013The 11th Reykjavík Shorts & Docs. Catch it while it lasts!  more

inspired_by_isafjordur_thumbnail_asArtist couple Nína Ivanova and Ómar Smári Kristinsson explain why they decided to settle in the West Fjords’ capital.
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reykjavik_queer_choir_facebookReykjavík Queer Choir’s annual spring concert takes place on Friday, May 24.
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