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WORLD1d agoIceland’s whaling ban plan threatens to leave Japan alone in defending industryIceland’s move towards a whaling ban could leave Japan more exposed than ever as it defends an industry critics say relies on public money, political symbolism and a shrinking domestic appetite for whale meat. The Icelandic government has announced plans to submit a bill early next year to end whaling – a step that would leave Japan and Norway as the world’s only two nations still carrying out commercial hunts. For environmental campaigners, the move has renewed hopes that Japan will no longer...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 7The return of whale hunting in Iceland stirs public debateLacking market opportunities, the last whaling company still in operation decided not to use its fishing quotas for 2024 and 2025. But during summer 2026, the company Hvalur hf. killed more than 50 whales, reigniting discussions over a total ban.Le Monde [en]
WORLDSep 3‘Even I can’t mess this up’: Behind the lens in Iceland with the ‘really bad photographer'What happens when Iceland’s most beautiful landscapes meet the ‘world’s worst photographer’? Icelandair set Blanche Mortemard on a 10-day adventure, and here’s what her itinerary looked like.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 20Review : The Love That Remain is a different kind of Icelandic drama | Manning River TimesA review discusses 'The Love That Remains,' describing it as a distinct type of Icelandic drama. This article is a cultural critique from a local publication.manningrivertimes.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 20Review : The Love That Remain is a different kind of Icelandic drama | Cootamundra HeraldThe Cootamundra Herald published a review of 'The Love That Remain,' describing it as a distinct Icelandic drama. This article offers an opinion on a cultural production.cootamundraherald.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 11Tourists rush to Iceland to witness rare total solar eclipseIceland is preparing for a total solar eclipse with hundreds of visitors expected in the country.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 5Iceland orders expulsion and re-entry ban on 21 anti-whaling activists, police sayIceland is one of the only countries that still allows commercial whaling. Norway and Japan are the others.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 2Canadian activist among those detained on anti - whaling ship in IcelandA Canadian activist was reportedly detained on an anti-whaling ship in Iceland along with others. This incident highlights ongoing environmental protests against whaling activities.cheknews.ca · Canada
WORLDAug 1Iceland seizes Paul Watson Foundation anti - whaling ship and detains its crewIceland has seized an anti-whaling ship belonging to the Paul Watson Foundation and detained its crew. This incident involves government action against environmental activists.timeslive.co.za · South Africa
WORLDAug 1Reclaiming Icelandic ancestors , one photo at a time – Winnipeg Free PressThe Winnipeg Free Press covers efforts to reclaim Icelandic ancestors using photographs. This highlights a cultural and genealogical project.winnipegfreepress.com · Canada
WORLDJul 31Solar eclipse accommodation demand surges in Spain and Iceland. Is it too late to book?Unlike most travel trends, eclipse demand is remarkably concentrated in a brief period and geographic zone.EuroNews [en]
WORLDJul 17Seattle man to run 220 miles across Iceland to raise money for Ukrainian amputeesA man from Seattle plans to run 220 miles across Iceland to raise funds for Ukrainian amputees. This highlights a charitable effort to support war victims.kiro7.com · United States
WORLDJul 9A new literary‑inspired Hilton hotel has opened in northern IcelandLocated in the heart of Akureyri, Iceland’s ‘Capital of the North’, the new Skáld Akureyri, Curio Collection hotel features rooms and apartments inspired by Icelandic storytelling and Nordic design.EuroNews [en]
WORLDJun 24First whales killed as Iceland restarts commercial huntIceland resumes commercial whaling after a two-year pause, with two fin whales processed at the Hvalur facility, reigniting controversy and protests.EuroNews [en]
WORLDJun 23Iceland kills first whales since 2023, resuming whalingIceland's Marine and Freshwater Research Institute has recommended that no more than 150 fin whales are caught in the 2026 season.EuroNews [en]