Day: March 24, 2023

national and university library of iceland

Ask IR

Does Iceland Have a National Library?

Yes, it does, but it’s more properly known as the National and University Library of Iceland. It’s by the far the largest library in Iceland,

Erik Pomrenke March 24, 2023

Politics

Vital to Prevent Travellers from Hiking Near Glymur in Winter

The Director General of the Icelandic Tourist Board has stated that more needs to be done to prevent tourists from hiking up to the Glymur

Ragnar Tómas March 24, 2023

Society

Growing Violence in Downtown Reykjavík a Cause for Concern

In an interview with the Kastljós news programme yesterday, an assistant chief superintendent with the capital area police expressed growing concern over increased violence in

Ragnar Tómas March 24, 2023

Economy

ASÍ Concerned Over Rising Debt Service Burden of Households

An economist with the Icelandic Confederation of Labour (ASÍ) has expressed worry over the housing market’s “weak support system” and has called on the government

Ragnar Tómas March 24, 2023

Culture

Deep North Episode 18: A Diamond in the Rough

In the fall of 1813, a young, shy Danish man disembarked from a cargo sailing ship in Reykjavík harbour. His name was Rasmus Kristian Rask

Erik Pomrenke March 24, 2023

Sport

Men’s National Football Team Endures Heavy Loss in Bosnia

The Icelandic men’s national football team lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their first match in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying tournament. Head coach Arnar

Ragnar Tómas March 24, 2023