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The Latest Breaking News from Iceland

Noctourism: Why the Northern Lights will be even more impressive this winter - and where to see them

A solar phenomenon has led to ‘extraordinarily high’ demand for a quadfecta of prime-positioned destinations.

Euronews

‘Still work to be done’: Iceland marks 50 years since Women’s Day Off protests

President says country is not free from feminist backlash being seen around world

The Guardian - UK

I didn’t see this Icelandic running collab coming – but it’s 2025’s coolest winter collection

66°North and District Vision just made winter running a lot cooler

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Mosquitos found in Iceland for the first time following record-breaking temperatures

After the species was identified near Iceland’s capital, Antarctica remains the world’s only mosquito-free haven.

Euronews

Mosquitoes found in Iceland for the first time

Iceland was previously thought to be one of the only places in the world without the insect

The Independent UK

What’s the safest country in the world for travellers? Americans say half of top 10 are in Europe

Europe has retained its safe reputation in a new travel report, but last year’s winner has been de-throned.

Euronews

Sanae Takaichi appoints just two women to cabinet after becoming Japan’s first female PM

New leader had promised levels of female representation comparable to those in Iceland, where six of cabinet of 11 are women

The Guardian - UK

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Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time as climate crisis warms country

Three specimens discovered in what was previously one of the few places in the world without the insects

The Guardian - UK

20yo woman joined major search for ‘missing’ tourist on Iceland trip – takes her hours to realize she is looking for herself

Even the exact description failed to clue her - or the other tourists - that she was the 'missing' woman.

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Watch: Bizarre moment Iceland worker whips customer while yelling 'empty your bag' at north London supermarket

One onlooker filmed the ordeal at the self-service tills at the Islington store and Metropolitan Police officers were called to the scene

Evening Standard

Iceland to ‘propose’ higher tourist tax following record-breaking number of visitors

Iceland has witnessed 1.8 million international tourists in the first nine months of 2025 despite reports that its appeal has ‘slumped’.

Euronews

What next for the tourist town built next to a volcano?

Since December 2023, nine eruptions near Grindavik have forced residents to repeatedly evacuate

The Independent UK

Beach erosion: What are the ten best beaches that could no longer exist in a hundred years' time?

Rising sea levels in Europe could wipe out some of the continent's most beloved beaches by 2100.

Euronews

France Held In Iceland As Germany And Belgium Close On 2026 World Cup

Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals.

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The Independent UK

Sweden suffer shock defeat to Kosovo to leave World Cup hopes hanging by thread

Sweden’s loss wasn’t the only upset of the night as France were held by Iceland

Evening Standard

Iceland 2-2 France: Jean-Philippe Mateta scores first senior international goal as Les Bleus held

Didier Dechamps will have to wait until November to confirm his place at next summer’s World Cup

Space

A volcano or a meteorite? New evidence sheds light on puzzling discovery in Greenland's ice sheet

New research suggests that this mystery platinum signature underneath the Greenland ice sheet may have originated from a volcanic fissure eruption in Iceland, not space.

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How to watch Iceland vs France: Live streams as Les Bleus look to seal World Cup qualification

Didier Deschamps and Les Bleus could secure their World Cup 2026 spot – here's how to watch Iceland vs France online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

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Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Iceland vs. France on TV, Live Stream

France must cope without both Kylian Mbappé and Ibrahima Konaté.

Radio France Internationale

France boss Deschamps hails 'workaholic' Maignan ahead of Iceland clash

France head coach Didier Deschamps saluted the resilience and dedication of goalkeeper Mike Maignan after anointing him as captain for the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Iceland in Reykjavik.

The Guardian - UK

A new island erupted from the sea – can it show us how nature works without human interference?

The volcanic island of Surtsey emerged in the 1960s, and scientists say studying its development offers hope for damaged ecosystems worldwide

Radio France Internationale

France see off Azerbaijan in World Cup qualifier, will face Iceland sans Mbappé

France moved three points closer to qualification for next year's World Cup with Kylian Mbappé, Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin all on target in a comfortable 3-0 Group D win over Azerbaijan at the Parc des Princes in Paris on Friday. Les Bleus are set to play Iceland on Monday…

Radio France Internationale

France’s Mbappé urges team to focus on a win against Azerbaijan

France skipper Kylian Mbappé urged his teammates to focus on victory over Azerbaijan in Friday night's qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup rather than on racking up a big score.

Sports Illustrated

Why Is Ousmane Dembélé Not Playing for France in October?

France face Azerbaijan and Iceland in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying.

Evening Standard

From Palau to Phnom Penh — where to travel in 2026

Next year, Brits will be heading to Italy, Japan and Iceland

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