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Antarctica, New Zealand and Indonesia Named Among 'Safest Places' If Putin Triggers a War Across Europe

A new global safety analysis names Antarctica, New Zealand and Indonesia among the safest regions if a major European war involving Russia breaks out, citing isolation, neutrality and geographic barriers.

Precious Mae Bacudo Dec 11, 2025

Eurovision Boycott Continues: Iceland Joins Other Countries In Protesting Israel's Participation

Iceland joins Spain, Slovenia, Ireland and the Netherlands in boycotting Eurovision 2026 due to Israel's participation.

Shiena Iane B Enerio Dec 11, 2025

Northern lights during camping in Iceland

Why Renting a Car or Camper in Iceland is the Travel Trend Everyone's Talking About in 2025

If you're planning an Iceland road trip, this article will help you decide whether to go for car hire in Iceland or to rent a camper in Iceland for the ultimate adventure.

Alex Rivers Jan 31, 2025

Lack Of Women's Rights Exposed In Iceland As It Tops WEF's Gender Gap Index 14 Years In A Row

Concerns about gender equality in Iceland has significantly increased since reported acts of violence against women mounted during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Danielle Summer May 09, 2024

This Double-decker Bus Turned Mobile Hostel Is The Coolest Way To Explore Europe

Without any experience with DIY or construction, Saskia van Leeuwen converted a double-decker bus into a mobile hostel with her sister and best friend.

Danielle Summer Apr 13, 2024

Houses in Iceland's Hafnarfjordur are seen as smoke billows in the distance, the night sky turned orange by lava from an volcanic eruption

Is It Safe To Travel To Iceland Amid Volcanic Eruption?

The location of the eruption is Sundahnúkagígar, around 3 km north of the town Grindavik.

Sakshi Gupta Dec 20, 2023

Around 120 Earthquakes Reported In Iceland As Authorities Prepare For Imminent Eruption

The most affected region remains the town of Grindavik, whose residents are waiting for things to get back to normal.

Sadhna Yadav Dec 04, 2023

Is It Safe To Travel To Iceland In 2023 Amid Possible Volcanic Eruption?

Iceland has experienced hundreds of small earthquakes over the last couple of days.

Sakshi Gupta Nov 17, 2023

Iceland Is Still Preparing For Volcanic Eruption After Authorities Declare High Threat

More than 3,000 residents have been evacuated from Grindavik as the construction of lava barriers at the Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant continues.

Danielle Summer Nov 14, 2023

Trip To Iceland To Get More Expensive Thanks To New Tourist Tax

Iceland received around 1.7 million travellers last year.

Sakshi Gupta Sep 25, 2023

Iceland resumes whale hunting despite objections from animal rights groups

Iceland has resumed the practice of whale hunting after being forced to put a temporary ban in place until the end of August.

Sadhna Yadav Sep 01, 2023

Iceland asks tourists not to come because of volcano emitting deadly gas

Following thousands of earthquakes in the area, the volcano eruption near Reykjavik began Monday afternoon.

Sakshi Gupta Jul 12, 2023

Iceland suspends whale hunting until August following public outcry

Iceland has finally decided to suspend the practice of whale hunting until the end of August.

Sadhna Yadav Jun 21, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo receives Guinness World record on 200th Portugal cap

Ronaldo is also Portugal's all-time top scorer with 123 goals so far.

Christine Caparras Jun 21, 2023

The Council of Europe Summit, Reykjavik.

UK PM meets European Commission President whilst Council of Europe seeks to hold Russia accountable

Rishi Sunak has met with the President of the European Commission at the Council of Europe summit in Iceland. An agreement has also been forged around a register of damage to hold Russia accountable.

Jake Pike May 18, 2023

Iceland Foods retract rule forcing NHS workers to buy whatever they touch

Iceland Foods claimed that the statement on their website was an error after a Facebook page roused outrage.

Agrima Tikader Apr 16, 2020

2,000 tourists pay £5,300 for nightmare cruise

2,000 passengers aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line rioted after paying £5,300 each for "the worst trip ever".

Agrima Tikader Oct 09, 2019

Ed Sheeran dead - according to Icelandic newspaper's obituary section

An Iceland newspaper's unfortunate mix-up in production left readers briefly convinced that the beloved ginger pop star had carked it.

James Hetherington Jan 25, 2018

Man tried to board planes wearing eight pairs of trousers and 10 shirts to avoid excess baggage fee

A London man was denied entry on two planes after wearing all his clothes in a bid to avoid extra fees.

Nicole Rojas Jan 17, 2018

Man kicked off 2 flights for wearing 8 pairs of jeans and 10 shirts to avoid excess luggage fee

Overdressed passenger ejected by airlines on Iceland-UK flights for trying to dodge baggage fees at Keflavik airport.

Claire Toureille Jan 16, 2018

Iceland becomes the first country to make it illegal to pay men more than women

Government offices and private businesses are mandated to obtain certificates on the equal pay policies or face fines.

Vasudevan Sridharan Jan 02, 2018

Co-op Group agrees to sell 298 of its smaller food stores to McColl’s for £117m

Co-op and Iceland to launch deposit return scheme on plastic bottles

Supermarkets say scheme will increase production costs but will have longer-term benefits for environment.

Dan Cancian Nov 30, 2017

Manchester United scout sent to Iceland left disappointed after discovering match is played in Qatar

Iceland's friendly against Czech Republic was scheduled in Doha, Qatar. Manchester United's Danish scout arrived in Iceland, only to find out the match is played 5,500 miles away.

Naveen Ullal Nov 10, 2017

Iceland's largest volcano 'preparing to erupt', sparking travel chaos across Europe

Bardarbunga volcano has been struck by four earthquakes recently, indicating it is "preparing for eruption" and could blast a huge ash cloud across Europe.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 01, 2017