The Latest Breaking News from Iceland

First Ride: The Norton Atlas Apex Is Exactly What The Company Needed and Redefines Value

I tested Norton's Atlas Apex in Iceland and, while not without fault, the bike puts up a good showing as a middleweight ADV contender and bang-for-buck option.

RideApart · Jul 27

In 1945, Iceland planted Alaskan lupins to repair eroded soil and prepare land for forests; decades later, the purple plant was classified as an invasive threat

Alaskan lupins were introduced to Iceland to combat soil erosion and reforestation efforts. These flowers now dominate landscapes, reducing native plant diversity significantly. Scientists predict warming temperatures will further accelerate lupin expansion across Iceland. The plant's nitrogen-fixing ability benefits degraded soils but harms natural ecosystems. This situation highlights the complex…

The Times of India · Jul 25

The world's largest waterfall isn't on land. It is hidden beneath the ocean, where billions of litres of water plunge every second

An immense underwater waterfall exists between Greenland and Iceland. Cold, dense seawater sinks beneath warmer Atlantic waters creating this cascade. This hidden giant plays a crucial role in ocean currents and global climate. Researchers use specialized instruments to monitor this vast, dynamic underwater system. Its flow influences heat and salt…

The Times of India · Jul 23

Another Billionaire Leaves Britain: Monzo Backer Joins Goldman Sachs and Ineos Executives in Tax Exodus

Iceland's first billionaire, Thor Björgólfsson, and other wealthy figures are leaving the UK for Italy amid changes to the non-dom tax regime. Explore the impact of Britain's new tax policies on high-net-worth individuals.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Iceland heats every home using energy from volcanoes, and almost all of its electricity comes from renewable sources, making it one of the world's cleanest energy systems

For most countries, volcanoes represent danger, destruction and uncertainty. In Iceland, they are also one of the nation's greatest assets. Sitting atop one of the world's most geologically active regions, the Nordic island has spent decades harnessing the heat beneath its surface to warm homes, generate electricity and reduce its…

The Times of India · Jul 16

The biggest skywatching day of 2026 is coming. Here's what you'll see in North America and Europe

Whether you're in Spain, Iceland, the U.K. or North America, here's exactly what you'll see in the sky on Aug. 12 — and when to look.

Space · Jul 14

My holiday from hell: blizzards, black ice, a broken-down bus – would I ever make it to New York?

Flights were cancelled and we were told we’d be staying in Iceland for the night. But the hotel had no idea we were coming and people started screaming when I fell down, hard, on the ice

The Guardian - UK · Jul 13

Oceania Cruises® spotlights 2027 Northern Europe itineraries

Thailand's rainy season need not dampen the spirit of discovery. Carried by the rhythm of the sea, a voyage through Northern Europe with Oceania Cruises ® unfolds fresh perspectives hidden on lands long known to the world, revealing their quieter beauty through nature, history and local culture.

Bangkok Post · Jul 12

9 last-minute holidays to see the total solar eclipse

There is still time to book hotels, tours and festivals to witness the total solar eclipse

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Iceland heats almost every home with volcanic heat, pumping naturally heated water from deep beneath its active volcanic landscape instead of burning coal, oil, or natural gas

Iceland harnesses Earth's natural heat for widespread geothermal energy. This system provides heating and hot water to nearly ninety percent of households. Geothermal energy also supports various industries and electricity generation in the country. The nation's long-term investment demonstrates a successful renewable energy transformation. Iceland's model offers valuable lessons for…

The Times of India · Jul 10