Day: December 10, 2020

Books by Yrsa Sigurðardóttir on a shelf.

Culture

Book Sales Up By 30% in Iceland

Pre-Christmas book sales are up by 30% in Iceland compared to the same time last year, RÚV reports. Giving books as Christmas presents is a long-standing Icelandic tradition, and it looks like that tradition is not going to disappear any time soon. One Icelandic printing company has acquired equipment making it possible to produce hardcovers […]

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Jelena Ćirić December 10, 2020

Society

COVID-19 in Iceland: Gyms Higher Risk Than Swimming Pools, Says Chief Epidemiologist

In a briefing in Reykjavík this morning, Iceland’s Chief Epidemiologist addressed criticism of the new social restrictions that took effect today. The restrictions allow swimming pools to open and operate at 50% capacity, but mandate gyms to remain closed. Gym owners have expressed consternation at the decision, with some even considering taking legal action against […]

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Jelena Ćirić December 10, 2020

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Day: December 10, 2020

Book Sales Up By 30% in Iceland

Evacuations in Three Additional East Fjords Towns

Motion of No Confidence Against Justice Minister Voted Down

East Iceland Residents Warned of Heavy Rain and Runoff

Small Avalanche Falls in Neskaupstaður

Record Participation in Reykjavík Open Chess Tournament

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