The Islanders: Meet the President of Iceland The Reykjavík Grapevine 2023-04-26 | Join a couple young journalists from Kidarchy as they travel to Bessastaðir to interview President Guðni Th. Jóhannesson. What's his favourite movie? Which football team does he cheer for? Does he have any special talents? Benóný and Eldlilja asked all the hard-hitting questions on everyone's minds.WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more. Grapevine.is #rvkgrapevineJoin our YouTube channel for perks on perks: youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
How Its Made: Traditional Icelandic Dried Fish The Reykjavík Grapevine 2023-04-05 | Have you ever wondered how the traditional Icelandic snack harðfiskur is made? wonder no more! We went to the source, Jóhannes at Von Iceland, for the story of how Iceland's beloved dried fish was made in the olden days and how it's made today.Read about the process at Grapevine.is, too: https://grapevine.is/mag/2023/02/15/how-its-made-hardfiskur/WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more. Grapevine.is #rvkgrapevineLike and subscribe and join our YouTube channel for perks on perks: youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
The Islanders: Meet the Glass Blower of Kjalarnes The Reykjavík Grapevine 2023-02-10 | Wander into the workshop of Anders Vange, a second-generation Danish glass blower who recently set up shop in Kjalarnes, not far from Reykjavík. What's he making? How often does he burn himself? Where does he find inspiration? Find out all that and more in this episode of our Islanders video series.WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more. Grapevine.is #rvkgrapevineJoin our YouTube channel for perks on perks: youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
Ask An Expert: How do the northern lights work? (with dancing) The Reykjavík Grapevine 2023-01-18 | How do the northern lights work? The Reykjavík Grapevine turned to Marcel de Vries, a meteorologist at the Icelandic Met Office, for all the red hot details about solar radiation, sunspots, optimal viewing conditions and so much more. Oh, and he dances.Read the "Ask An Expert" column in the January 2023 issue of the Reykjavík Grapevine for our interview with Marcel: https://grapevine.is/mag/2023/01/17/ask-an-expert-what-influences-the-strength-of-the-northern-lights/WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more.Join this channel for perks on perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
The Islanders: Meet the Grim Creeper The Reykjavík Grapevine 2023-01-13 | When she's not kicking ass on the roller derby track, Alexandra Ingvarsdóttir is playing in punk and hardcore bands and — here's a twist — studying math and computer science. Catch up with Alexandra, a.k.a. "Grim Creeper", in the first episode of our Islanders video series.Staff writer Iryna Zubenko got the inside track of the derby dominator for her series, The Islanders. Read it in the January 2023 issue of the Reykjavík Grapevine or online at: https://grapevine.is/mag/2023/01/11/the-islanders-alexandra-grim-creeper-ingvarsdottir/WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more. Grapevine.is #rvkgrapevineJoinJoin our YouTube channel for perks on perks: youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
Ask An Expert: Who Are the Yule Lads? The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-12-22 | Who are the Yule Lads, you're wondering? The Reykjavík Grapevine turned to an expert — University of Iceland folklorist Dagrún Ósk Jónsdóttir — for the low down on Iceland's infamous 13 Santa Clauses and their lesser-known cousins who used to visit children each Christmas season to play pranks, wreak havoc or be just plain disgusting.The Reykjavík Grapevine joined Dagrún Ósk at Árbæjarsafn Open Air Museum to visit an exhibition of illustrations of the Icelandic Yule Family by Sunneva Guðrún Þórðardóttir, soak up the Christmas atmosphere among the historic buildings and meet a few Yule Lads on the prowl.Read the "Ask An Expert" column ( https://grapevine.is/mag/2022/12/12/ask-an-expert-are-there-more-than-13-yule-lads) in the December 2022 issue of the Reykjavík Grapevine for our interview with Dagrún Ósk.WHO ARE WE?The Reykjavík Grapevine is an alternative monthly magazine, bringing you all the news and views on Icelandic society, music, travel, culture and more.
Foraging Seaweed With Gisli Matt The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-30 | Grapevine food writer Shruthi Basappa interviews Slippurinn chef Gisli Matt while they forage on the coast of Heimaey. Filmed September 2022 during the Matey Seafood Festival.Find out more about Slippurinn here: slippurinn.com/welcomeWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
Farewell, From Andie Sophia Fontaine The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-28 | Outgoing news editor Andie Sophia Fontaine with a few words of gratitude for her colleagues, past and present, and for you, our readers. Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 225: This Is The End - Valur And Pollý Bid Farewell The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-24 | Valur Grettisson is quitting as editor-in-chief at the Reykjavík Grapevine. This means that this is the last episode of The Reykjavík Newscast. The new editor-in-chief is coming in at the beginning of December. Valur and Pollý thank you all for this wonderful journey, as well as Andie Sophia Fontaine, who is also leaving The Reykjavík Grapevine.If you want to buy our discount boxes on even more discounts on Black Friday, you can visit our homepage: https://shop.grapevine.is/?=rhead Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
RVK Newscast 224: Icelanders Are Fewer Than We Thought The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-15 | The biggest story of the decade is here! The national census in Iceland was wrong. It turns out that the statistic bureau actually overestimated the Icelandic population by 11,000 people, meaning that Icelanders are actually around 360,000 but not 370,000. Shocker, right?And the Fishrot case is officially 3 years old, or as old as Egill Skallagrímsson in Egils Saga was when he realised that he was an alcoholic. The case revolves around Samherji, a huge fish company in Iceland which has been accused of bribery in Namibia.Finally, children online are being bombarded by ads about alcohol, gambling and plastic surgeries. And parents that post photos online without asking are possibly humiliating their kids. This and more with Valur Grettisson and Pollý for today’s Reykjavík Newscast.Christmas is just around the corner, and Omnom has released a beautiful Advent Sunday chocolate collection that is perfect for sharing. Stocks are limited, so hurry up to get your order:https://shop.grapevine.is/products/advent-sundays-chocolate-confectionery-by-omnom?_pos=1&_sid=274fc11ba&_ss=r The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comFind our Christmas discount boxes here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/the-great-christmas-box-of-iceland-1Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
RVK Newscast 223: Tourists Might Be Charged For Visiting Icelands Hotspots The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-10 | Almost half of Icelanders are positive about a possibility of a service/entry fee being introduced at tourist hotspots like Geysir or Gullfoss. This data appeared in a report on the status and challenges of protected areas and national parks in Iceland. The spokesperson for the Icelandic Travel Industry Association in Iceland is not convinced and wishes good luck to anyone that tries to charge Icelanders visiting Þingvellir, one of Iceland’s go-to tourist destinations. Reykjavík Global Forum—Women Leaders was held this week. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, a human right activist from Belarus, became one of the speakers at the event. Sviatlana had to flee from Belarus after she ran against the ruling leader, Lukashenko, in an election that was rigged and sparked a national protest. Valur goes a little bit over Sviatlana’s story in the Newscast.Finally, a renowned Icelandic lawyer, Sveinn Andri Sveinsson, criticises the police harshly for the alleged terrorist plot that was foiled. Two suspects will face a judge today about their custody hearings. Sveinn Andri says that the police have gone overboard in the investigation, and there is no reason to keep these men in jail any longer.Christmas is just around the corner, and Omnom has released a beautiful Advent Sunday chocolate collection that is perfect for sharing. Stocks are limited, so hurry up to get your order:https://shop.grapevine.is/products/advent-sundays-chocolate-confectionery-by-omnom?_pos=1&_sid=274fc11ba&_ss=r The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
RVK Newscast 222: Prosecutor Appeals Case Against Sigur Rós Lead Singer The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-11-08 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! After a busy print week at Grapevine, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is back with all of the latest Icelandic news. Read on for more info and links!The Icelandic nation was appalled by the National Commissioner's procedure when deporting fifteen asylum seekers last week. A photo of a disabled man being carried into a car by police officers has sparked protests on the streets. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/11/07/photos-icelanders-protest-against-deportations/And more about the National Commissioner: her father is one of the suspects in the alleged terrorist plot that was foiled this autumn. He was questioned at his home and in a leaked report it appears that he tried repeatedly to use his daughter's political position to his advance during the police interview. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/11/02/father-of-national-police-commissioner-reportedly-sold-illegal-firearms/The prosecutor in Iceland has decided to appeal the tax evasion case against Jónsi, the lead singer from Sigur Rós. Jónsi, as well as his other bandmates, were acquitted of tax evasion in juridical court last year. The prosecutor had originally indicated they would appeal this acquittal against the whole band, but has decided to only go forward with the case against Jónsi. Read our interview with band member Kjartan Sveinsson here: https://grapevine.is/mag/2022/11/08/the-sigur-ros-machine-kjartan-sveinsson-on-rejoining-the-band-new-music-touring-and-adulting/Christmas is just around the corner, and Omnom have released a beautiful Advent Sunday chocolate collection perfect for sharing. Stocks are limited to get your order in quick:https://shop.grapevine.is/products/advent-sundays-chocolate-confectionery-by-omnom?_pos=1&_sid=274fc11ba&_ss=r The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
The Volcano: A Memoir (Part 4) The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-10-28 | This episode was filmed in February and June 2022. On the 19th of March 2021 a new eruption started in the southwest corner of Iceland, on the Reykjanes peninsula. Although there were signs and signals that this volcanic activity could be anticipated, nobody truly expected what happened next: something that changed the landscape and the culture of Iceland forever. Join Valur Grettisson and Josie Anne Gaitens of The Reykjavík Grapevine as they review the life–and eventual death–of the Geldingadalir volcano. In the fourth episode of this series on the Geldingadalir volcano, we go over the last days of the volcano on Geldingadalir and then visit the old crater. Music by Flesczen: instagram.com/dannyhewling/?hl=enThe volcano newscast is sponsored by Lava Centre https://lavacentre.is. Examine the various volcanoes and eruptions, geographic faults and glacial floods that make Iceland a showcase of volcanism. Featuring new material about the Geldingadalir eruption!WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 221: Covid-19 and Climate Emergency Controversy The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-10-27 | It's sunny, and we're back with a new RVK Newscast! Today, Reykjavík Grapevine Editor-In-Chief Valur Grettisson, and Chief Morale Officer Pollý are in downtown Reykjavík to bring you all the latest Icelandic news. Read on for more info and links!A new report has been issued reviewing how the Icelandic government and associated agencies handled the Covid-19 pandemic. It reveals that 213 people died during 2020, 2021 and 2022 after contracting the disease. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/10/27/174-covid-deaths-in-first-seven-months-of-2022/The Independence Party seems to be suffering from internal conflicts in the run up to their party conference, after the leader Bjarni Benediktsson was openly criticised in the media by other party members. The main comments have come from Environmental Minister, Guðlaugur þór þórðarson, who many consider to be a potential opponent to Bjarni's leadership.An MP, Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, has requested written evidence from the Prime Minister about her interactions with singer Björk and activist Greta Thunberg about declaring a state of climate emergency. Björk has twice publicly criticised Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir, most significantly in an interview with The Guardian, for turning back on an agreement regarding declaring a climate emergency. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/10/27/mp-wants-written-answers-from-prime-minister-on-her-communications-with-bjork-and-greta-thunberg/Iceland Airwaves returns to Reykjavík next week! Haven't got tickets yet? Grab them here: https://icelandairwaves.is/We've put together a special Airwaves Goodie Bag to help you survive the festival! It's full of delicious Icelandic snacks, a rain poncho (of course) and our Best Of Reykjavík guide so you can explore the city in style. Best of all, it can be delivered straight to your hotel! https://shop.grapevine.is/products/airwaves-goodie-bag?_pos=1&_sid=38727bdcf&_ss=rThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 220: Magnús Carlsen At Icelandic Chess Tournament The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-10-25 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is in his hometown of Hafnarfjörður to bring you the latest Icelandic news. Read on for more info and links!A host of the world's best chess players, including the reigning World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen, are in Iceland this week for the World Fischer Random Chess Tournament. The event has been organised to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the famous Cold War duel between grandmasters Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky. There have been positive updates in the recent bullying case that has shocked the Icelandic public. A number of children have apologised to the victim, who has also received a lot of sympathy and support from the public. Adults have been asked to show restraint when commenting on the matter. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/10/25/bullying-in-hafnarfjordur-a-number-of-kids-have-apologised/Iceland Airwaves returns to Reykjavík next week! Haven't got tickets yet? Grab them here: https://icelandairwaves.is/We've put together a special Airwaves Goodie Bag to help you survive the festival! It's full of delicious Icelandic snacks, a rain poncho (of course) and our Best Of Reykjavík guide so you can explore the city in style. Best of all, it can be delivered straight to your hotel! https://shop.grapevine.is/products/airwaves-goodie-bag?_pos=1&_sid=38727bdcf&_ss=rThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 219: Death On Kirkjufell The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-10-20 | A tourist has died while climbing Kirkjufell on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The man, who was in his thirties, was part of a group of climbers who had summited the mountain, but he subsequently died after falling more than ten metres. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/10/20/foreign-tourist-dies-on-mt-kirkjufell/A twelve year old girl from the town of Hafnarfjörður tried to take her own life as a result of extreme bullying. The girl and her mother went forward to the media to make public the extent of the abuse she was experiencing, and also heavily criticised the school that the victim and her abusers attend for not doing enough. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/10/19/12-year-old-tried-to-take-her-own-life-after-continuous-bullying-in-hafnarfjordur/The case of potential terrorist activity in Iceland continues to develop. Several key individuals have been called in to provide statements in relation to their names being included in conversations between the suspects, generally in regards to causing them harm or death. The suspects are still in custody, although no longer being held in isolation. Keep up to date with with the latest information here: https://grapevine.is/tag/terrorism/We have opened the Christmas Vault! Get your gifts here! Icelandic Yule Lads, Christmas cat, Icelandic Christmas candy and more. https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/christmas As always, join our High Five club to support our journalism, get discounts in our shop and get the latest issue sent straight to your email. https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
Supernatural Iceland: Warlocks The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-10-12 | Welcome to Supernatural Iceland! In this final episode Valur takes a deep dive into the dark history and wild folklore of witchcraft in Iceland.Supernatural Iceland is the series where we take a deep dive into the fantastic folk tales of Iceland. Join Valur Grettisson, editor-in-chief of Reykjavík Grapevine, as he explores the world of folklore, other-worldly visits and strange happenings in Iceland. Meet ghosts, ghouls, goblins and even UFOs as we travel around the country seeking out the the strange and unusual.Want more Supernatural Iceland in your life? Check out Grapevine's bookstore for a selection of publications on ghost stories, folk tales, murder mysteries and more:https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/grapevine-bookstoreRemember, WINE and CONNOISSEUR members get access to new Supernatural Iceland episodes a month before anyone else! Consider joining as member to support the work that we do at Reykjavík Grapevine, and to get your next episode of Supernatural Iceland ahead of the crowd.Special thanks to GoCar Rental (https://www.gocarrental.is) and Hólmavík Guesthouse (https://holmavikhouse.is/) for supporting this video. WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 218: Airport Bomb Scare The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-29 | It's been a busy week of news in Iceland! To bring you all the latest, Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in chief, Valur Grettisson is back with another episode of RVK Newscast. Read on for more info and links.A bomb threat closed Keflavík International Airport from about half past midnight last night until about 04:30 this morning, ending with police finding a “suspicious package” which contained what turned out to be fireworks and facsimiles of weapons. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/29/early-morning-bomb-scare-temporarily-shuts-down-airport/Police investigating a suspected terrorist case in Iceland have held a press conference where they revealed some more information to the public. The press conference was due to be held on Tuesday but was delayed, for unclear reasons. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/29/police-press-conference-planned-terrorist-attack-suspects-still-in-custody-investigations-ongoing/Jodie Foster will be in Iceland in the coming weeks to film a new series of 'True Detective', in what will be the country's biggest film production so far. Titans of Icelandic photography combine in this discount box https://shop.grapevine.is/products/iceland-photo-book-box-limited-edition-signed-books-from-legends in Grapevine Store with two true classics. Faces of the North https://shop.grapevine.is/products/faces-of-the-north-small-edition-rax by RAX and Planet Iceland https://shop.grapevine.is/products/planet-iceland-by-sigurgeir-sigurjonsson-limited-signed-copies by Sigurgeir Sigurjónsson, both books are signed by the authors. Also in the box is Omnom winter collection chocolate: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/winter-collection-omnomThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 217: Limited Evidence In Terrorism Case The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-27 | In this episode of RVK Newscast, Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is in Grafarvogur, the home of two suspects in the recent terrorism case, to discuss the latests updates regarding this. Read on for more info and links!A lawyer for a man arrested last week on suspicion of conspiring to commit a terrorist attack says his client is innocent of these charges, and has no connections to far right extremist groups. Two men continue to detained for questioning by the Icelandic police, who claim that they were planning to commit 'mass murder' at a police party and the parliament. However, as of yet, the police have presented very little evidence to support these accusations. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/tag/terrorism/High winds pummelled northeast Iceland over the weekend, especially on Sunday, with extensive damage done to buildings and cars. No serious injuries have been reported. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/26/east-iceland-battered-by-storms-extensive-damage/Titans of Icelandic photography combine in this discount box in Grapevine Store with two true classics. Faces of the North by RAX and Planet Iceland by Sigurgeir Sigurjónsson, both books are signed by the authors. As always, join our High Five club to support our journalism, get discounts in our shop/tours and get the latest issue sent straight to your email. https://shop.grapevine.is/The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
Ask Us Anything! What Do Icelanders Eat, And Is There Gold In The Volcano?! The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-23 | 'Ask Me Anything' Is back! We're tackling members' questions and eatin' hot dogs in the rain. Please consider becoming a Member! Not only can you have your questions answered, but you'll also support our hard-hitting journalism and hot dog obsession to boot! Sign up here:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinWant to send us actual mail to read out, or snacks from your country to try? You can post things to:The Reykjavík GrapevineHafnarstræti 15Reykjavík 101IcelandPlaces mentioned in the video for a 5km nature walk: Hengill, Esja and HeiðmörkPetra's Stone Collection: https://www.steinapetra.is/
RVK Newscast 216: Potential Terrorist Plot Foiled, Four Suspects Arrested The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-22 | Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in-chief, Valur Grettisson is back with news about a dramatic arrest made by the Icelandic special forces—a situation which is still developing as this is published. Read on for more information and links.The 'Viking Squad', or the tactical unit of the Icelandic police force were involved in the arrest of four men in their twenties yesterday. The men are alleged to have engaged in the production of weapons using 3D printers, the sale of these weapons, and to have conspired to use these weapons against unnamed government offices. Two are currently in police custody. Keep up to date with this rapidly developing case on our website: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/22/suspected-terrorists-arrested-plot-reportedly-foiled/An Icelandic man has contacted several media outlets in the country with the offer from a Russian fund to pay for a trip to certain districts in Ukraine, to cover the snap referendums that have recently been called in those districts. No one has accepted this offer. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/22/russian-fund-offers-to-pay-icelandic-journalists-for-ukraine-trip-no-one-accepts/The Social Democrats (Samfylkingin), in conjunction with the Reform Party (Viðreisn), and the Pirate Party (Píratar), have put forward a proposal for a referendum to restart the application process regarding Iceland joining the EU. Journalists have criticised the police in Akureyri harshly for classifying them as suspects in a criminal case where a phone was stolen from a captain from the notorious fishing company, Samherji. Subsequently, one of these journalists, Aðalsteinn Kjartansson, from Stundinn, has instructed his lawyer to request that the European Court of Human Rights rules on whether the actions of the police against him and his three colleagues comply with the law. Þórður Snær Júlíusson, the editor of publication Kjarnan, has also spoken out about the situation, saying that it is, "professionally and personally burdensome to sit under heavy charges for a long time."Join our weekly newsletter https://grapevine.is/newsletter-sign-up/ and get the next quiz sent by email—you could win our new 'Grapevine's Box of Icelandic Flowers' https://shop.grapevine.is/products/the-icelandic-box-of-flowers! Our next quiz sent on Friday. Here's the question!Icelandic vikings travelled far and wide according to the sagas. But which ONE of these Icelandic words is NOT an old viking name of these modern cities? Hólmgarður = Novogorod (Russia) Kænugarður = Kyiv (Ukraine) Mikligarður = Istanbul (Turkey) Tanngarður = Moscow (Russia)The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 215: The Lava Show On Fire And The Peoples Party Godfather The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-20 | In this episode of RVK Newscast, Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson (and his Chief Morale Officer, Pollý!) are in Grandí to check out an accidental fire... at the lava show. That and lots of news of course! Read on for more information and links.A prominent politician for the People's Party in Akureyri, Hjörleifur Hallgríms Herbertsson, has hit back at three women who have made complaints regarding his inappropriate behaviour, in an article where he accused them of "contempt, slander and harassment." Hjörleifur, who refers to himself as, "the godfather of the candidate list," denies all the accusations levelled at him by his fellow party members, and says he is considering suing them for defamation.A fire broke out last night at the Lava Show building in Reykjavík. The Lava Show is a tourism exhibit which involves recreating magma by heating material up to incredibly high temperatures. The fire occurred during a testing phase for the company's new location in the city. About 30 firefighters took part in tackling the blaze, which damaged the property's roof. No-one was injured.Icelandair announced on Friday that the company intends to participate in developing an electric plane with Heart Aerospace. The plane will be an updated version of a smaller engine plane that the Swedish aircraft manufacturer had already been developing. The aim is for the new aircraft to enter passenger service for domestic use in 2028. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/19/icelandair-is-aiming-for-a-thirty-seater-electric-plane-for-domestic-flights/Join our weekly newsletter https://grapevine.is/newsletter-sign-up/ and get the next quiz sent by email—you could win our new 'Grapevine's Box of Icelandic Flowers' https://shop.grapevine.is/products/the-icelandic-box-of-flowers! Our next quiz sent on Friday. Here's the question!Icelandic vikings travelled far and wide according to the sagas. But which ONE of these Icelandic words is NOT an old viking name of these modern cities? Hólmgarður = Novogorod (Russia) Kænugarður = Kyiv (Ukraine) Mikligarður = Istanbul (Turkey) Tanngarður = Moscow (Russia)The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 214: Bomb Scares And News From The East The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-16 | In this episode of RVK Newscast…we’re not in Reykjavík! Join journalist Josie Anne Gaitens in East Iceland, where she visits the famous Stuðlagil Canyon and brings you the latest Icelandic news—from the east and beyond! Read on for more info and links.Thursday 15 September marks a week since increased seismic activity began near the northern Icelandic island of Grimsey. The largest earthquake was of magnitude 4.9 and occurred on the night of September 8. After this a state of uncertainty was declared by the Civil Protection Agency and a coast guard ship was stationed off the coast in case of any potential evacuation being required. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/14/seismic-activity-in-grimsey-continues/And sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know if a volcano erupts in Iceland! We will send an announcement to your inbox within the same hour it erupts! Sign up here: https://grapevine.is/newsletter-sign-up/The head of the fire brigade in Múlaþing has voiced fears regarding potential forest fires that would be extremely challenging to tackle. Múlaþing is a municipality in East Iceland, which is home to Hallormsstaðaskógur, Iceland’s largest forested area. The forest is quite dense in parts and there are concerns that there are parts that would be completely inaccessible to firefighters. The police in South Iceland have received reports of explosions in the town of Selfoss. After investigation, they have announced that they have found evidence of homemade explosive devices, and the caustic chemicals used to make them. However, there is no indication that the police suspect criminal activity, rather than this might be the result of teenage shenanigans. Nevertheless, the devices are considered to have the potential to cause serious risk to health and the police have warned the public to avoid picking up any unopened plastic bottles which may house these explosives.Interested in visiting East Iceland and finding all the best things to do there? You can preorder BEST OF ICELAND 22-23 and go on your own adventure—Grapevine approved! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/paper-issues/products/best-of-iceland-magazine-2022-2023-presale-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comThank you to our sponsors for this trip:https://wilderness.is/https://www.islandshotel.is/hotels-in-iceland/fosshotel-eastfjordshttps://www.gocarrental.is/WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 213: Parliament Is Back, People’s Party In Trouble The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-13 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode, editor in chief of the Reykjavík Grapevine, Valur Grettisson, is outside the Icelandic parliament to discuss all the latest news. Read on for more info and links!WANNA LEARN MORE ABOUT AUSTURVELLIR? Join our YouTube membership scheme as a Wine or Connoisseur member for added extras!Sólveig Anna Jónsdóttir, the leader of Efling, one of Iceland’s largest unions, has been criticised for remarks she made in regards to access to Icelandic lessons for workers. Eiríkur Rögnvaldsson, a professor emeritus of Icelandic at the University of Iceland, suggested in an interview that unions should include access to free Icelandic lessons during working hours as part of their list of demands when negotiating workers contracts this year. Sólveig Anna hit back, accusing the professor of being elitist and out of touch with workers needs. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/12/prime-minister-not-at-all-enough-being-done-to-help-immigrants-learn-icelandic/The Icelandic parliament—or Alþingi—reconvened today after the summer recess. On the agenda already are discussions regarding tax breaks for electric vehicles, and the government deficit. Female members of the People’s Party have accused elected representatives in the northern town of Akureyri of “despicable behaviour including sexual harassment,” causing the party’s chair to call an emergency meeting. There are strong earthquakes just north of Iceland now and response units are on stand by should an eruption take place! Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know if a volcano erupts in Iceland! We will send an announcement to your inbox within the same hour it erupts! Sign up here: https://grapevine.is/newsletter-sign-up/The newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join/join
Practical Icelandic: Berry Picking / Berjamó The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-10 | Berry picking is a traditional late-summer activity in Iceland. Here are all the words and phrases you need to know in order to take part in this fun tradition!Berjamó - Berry picking, literally 'berry moor'Frábært veður! - Great weatherBláber - BlueberryKrækiber Crowberry, literally 'hook-berry'Hrútaber - Rubus saxatilis, Stone bramble, literally 'ramsberry'Skollareipi - Berry stem, literally devil's/boogeyman's-rope'Tröllareipi - Berry stem, literally 'troll's-rope'Please be careful when foraging for berries or other edible plants, do not consume anything that you are not confident about identifying!Members get access to Practical Icelandic before anyone else, plus extra tips and support from us on the Community Tab. Want to join them? You can do so here: youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinInterested in learning more Icelandic? We have a range of books available in the Grapevine Bookshop to help you out: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/grapevine-bookstoreWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine/Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 212: The Icelandic / Danish Candy War The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-08 | In this episode of RVK Newscast, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson, and his trust chief morale officer Pollý are at Bessastaðir—home of the Icelandic president—to talk about earthquakes, volcanoes, and candy! Read on for more info and links.Representatives of Danish candy manufacturers, Bülow, claimed that the Danes invented a popular way of coating liquorice with chocolate, despite the tradition being practiced for years in Iceland before it was found in Denmark. The claim on the company's website sparked outrage on twitter, with even the President of Iceland weighing in. As a result, Lakrids by Bülow has now made it clear that the classic combination of liquorice and chocolate is truly an Icelandic tradition. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/07/iceland-wins-the-candy-dispute-with-denmark/Find special ICELANDIC chocolate coated liquorice in our shop: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/candy-store/products/djupurAn earthquake of a magnitude of 4.9 was measured around four o’clock in the morning about twelve kilometres east-northeast of Grímsey. Earthquakes are common in the Grímsey area, but no eruption is expected in this area. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/08/4-9-earthquake-struck-the-north-last-night/Scientists believe it could take two to ten years for the lava from the recent Meridalir volcano to solidify fully. While it is thickest around the crater, it is still hot up to thirty meters below. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/07/volcano-briefing-up-to-thirty-meters-of-lava-under-the-crust/This summer has broken several records as one of the coldest, rainiest and windiest to date. Multiple weather warnings were issued by the Icelandic Met office over the summer months.Best of Reykjavík 2022 Autumn/Fall edition is out! To celebrate that we will add a copy to all discount boxes ordered until September 12th! Find it in our shop here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-reykjavik-magazine-2022-2023-autumn-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineCheck out our discount boxes here: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 211: Swimming With Whales The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-09-06 | Hello! It's been a while (we've been printing a magazine), but welcome back to RVK Newscast. Valur and Pollý are at Grótta with a jam-packed episode of Icelandic news and views. Read on for more info and links!Minister for Culture and Education, Lilja Dögg Alfreðsdóttir, has been criticised for appointing a new Director of the National Museum of Iceland—without an official hiring process. The appointment was called out in a letter signed by the union of archeologists. Although Lilja has pointed out that what she did was completely legal, this is not the first time she has been accused of nepotism while in government. Listen to our podcast The Icelandic Roundup, to learn more: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/06/the-icelandic-roundup-home-grown-icelandic-nepotism/Two murder cases are currently under investigation in Iceland, an incredibly unusual situation. A double murder took place in Blönduós last month, while another occurred in Barðavogs in June. Four drink spiking cases were reported to the police in Reykjavík last Friday. Blood samples from all four victims have been sent for analysis. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/09/06/four-drink-spiking-cases-over-the-weekend/Iceland has been experiencing unseasonably sunny and warm weather in recent days. Enjoying this nice weather, writer Tómas Guðbjartsson has been swimming with whales, and shared a video of him doing so recorded by Gísli Ægir Ágústsson.Best of Reykjavík 2022 Autumn/Fall edition is out! To celebrate that we will add a copy to all discount boxes ordered until September 12th! Find it in our shop here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-reykjavik-magazine-2022-2023-autumn-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 210: Tragic Shooting In The North The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-25 | On a beautiful August Thursday, Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is back with his trusty sidekick Pollý with all of the latest Icelandic news. Read on for more information and links!A woman has been killed, and her husband seriously injured, in a shooting in Blönduós in the north of Iceland. The shooter was also found dead on the scene. Two people were initially suspected of causing his death, but only one remains in custody. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/22/two-dead-after-a-shooting-in-blonduos/Ingibjörg Sólrún Gísladóttir has been appointed as one of three directors of a UN committee which will investigate the bombing of a prison in the Donetsk region of Ukraine in July. Ingibjörg previously served as Minister for Foreign Affairs and is a member of the Social Democratic Alliance.1.7 million tourists are expected to visit Iceland in 2022 according to newly published data of the Central Bank of Iceland. This is a significant uptick from previous figures released in May, which estimated that 1.4 tourists would travel to Iceland this year.To celebrate reaching 200 RVK Newscast episodes on Youtube, as well as the new eruption at Meradalir, we’re having a volcano themed giveaway! Follow our Instagram page for more info: instagram.com/rvkgrapevine And if you order any of our themed boxes before 25th, we’re adding a complimentary piece of lava from the new eruption to every order! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 209: The Volcano Is Dead, Long Live The Volcano The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-23 | Hello and welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode, Valur and Pollý visit the recent eruption at Meradalir to show you the smoking lava field of the supposedly deceased volcano. Read on for more info and links!The volcano in Fagradalsfjall appears to have fizzled out, although it’s too early to officially declare its death. Volcanologists say that this might only be the beginning of the volcano series in Fagradalsfjall and Icelanders can rest assured that there will be more volcanos in the Reykjanes Peninsula in the coming years. More info here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/22/daily-volcano-briefing-eruption-has-virtually-no-activity/To celebrate reaching 200 RVK Newscast episodes on Youtube, as well as the new eruption at Meradalir, we’re having a volcano themed giveaway! Follow our Instagram page for more info: instagram.com/rvkgrapevine And if you order any of our themed boxes before 25th, we’re adding a complimentary piece of lava from the new eruption to every order! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 208: Lava Flow Reducing And Big Drugs Bust The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-18 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson visits the island of Geldinganes to bring you all the latest Icelandic news; including information about the new eruption. Read on for info and links!LocationGeldinganes: goo.gl/maps/hrboszXHsXSGEDRZ7Flow from the new eruption has reduced significantly, and scientists are warning that it may soon stop entirely. Read our latest volcano reporting here: https://grapevine.is/tag/volcano/Iceland Airwaves have announced more of their lineup. The festival will take place in November this year and artists such as Laufey (who recently appeared on our podcast, The Icelandic Roundup!), Sóley and Metronomy will perform. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/grapevine-airwaves-2013/news-grapevine-airwaves-2013/2022/08/18/iceland-airwaves-announces-new-names/Four people are in custody after police seized nearly 100 kilograms of cocaine, making it the largest such case in Icelandic history, according to police reports. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/18/four-people-sentenced-in-largest-cocaine-case-in-icelandic-history/Three Italians have been fined for driving off-road north of the Vatnajökull glacier earlier this week. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/18/italian-tourists-face-fines-for-off-road-driving/To celebrate reaching 200 RVK Newscast episodes on Youtube, as well as the new eruption at Meradalir, we’re having a volcano themed giveaway! Follow our Instagram page for more info: instagram.com/rvkgrapevine And if you order any of our themed boxes before 25th, we’re adding a complimentary piece of lava from the new eruption to every order! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
RVK Newscast 207: Volcano Visitors Walking On The Lava Once Again. The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-16 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! Editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson brings you all the latest Icelandic news, including an update and special drone footage from the new volcano in Meradalir! Read on for more info and links.A photographer with a drone recorded two hikers walking across fresh lava from the eruption at Meradalir. This comes amid reports of multiple visitors defying safety advice and traversing the barely-cool lava. Authorities have warned that it is nearly impossible for search and rescue workers to reach people if they get stuck on the lava because it is very sharp. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/15/as-record-number-of-tourists-visit-volcanoes-authorities-warn-not-to-walk-on-lava/It is predicted that lava will begin to flow out of Meradalir, possibly reaching the road 'Suðurstrandarvegur'. At the same time, scientists have reported that lava flow has reduced significantly, from an average of 11 cubic metres per second, down to 3-4. Read all of our volcano coverage here: https://grapevine.is/tag/volcano/To celebrate reaching 200 RVK Newscast episodes on Youtube, as well as the new eruption at Meradalir, we’re having a volcano themed giveaway! Follow our Instagram page for more info: instagram.com/rvkgrapevine And if you order any of our themed boxes before 25th, we’re adding a complimentary piece of lava from the new eruption to every order! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 206: Children Banned At Volcano The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-11 | Welcome back to another volcano RVK Newscast. Join Reykjavík Grapevine's editor in chief, Valur Grettisson, for a walk around the eruption site at Meradalir and all the latest volcano news.Children under 12 have been banned at the new volcano after a family required rescuing by the Search and Rescue service (SAR). The decision has caused frustration, with some taking to twitter to complain about the restriction. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/10/eruption-trail-reopens-but-children-under-12-are-banned/The Civil Defence in Iceland has announced that Icelanders should be prepared that the eruption could last for months. This means that it could affect infrastructure such as Suðurstrandarvegur (The South beach road). Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/11/thousands-of-tourists-visit-expanding-lava-field-after-reopening/Read all of our volcano coverage here: https://grapevine.is/tag/volcano/Celebrate the return of the volcano by checking out our volcano merch in the Grapevine shop: books, t-shirts, posters and even socks and more... Or consider joining our High Five club to support our volcano coverage + get discounts in our shop. https://shop.grapevine.isThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 205: Tourist Stumbled Upon Human Bones The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-09 | Grapevine Editor-In-Chief Valur Grettisson is on the scene in ___ discussing recent developments in free trade, archaeology, and—of course—the eruption at Meradalir. Read on for more information and links!The U.S. Senate passed a bill related to the arctic region, and within it is a free trade agreement with Iceland. Lisa Murkowski, a republican senator from Alaska, and Angus King, an independent senator from Maine, proposed the bill. Lisa is well known in Icelandic discussion because she has often visited our Arctic Circle Assembly.The purpose of the bill is to strengthen diplomatic influence in the arctic area by investing heavily in the region. The motivation behind the bill is pretty evident—to limit Russia's influence in the arctic area—but also to limit China, which has seen a lot of opportunities in the opening of the sailing route through the North Pole. This is a huge geopolitical issue, and it’s interesting to see the U.S. trying to take a stronger step into the area. One third of Icelandic people are struggling these days, according to Fréttablaðið. 10% of Icelanders can’t make ends meet, and the situation is far worst in Reykjanes, close to the airport and the volcano. 24% in the polls said they barely make ends meet.A tourist stumbled upon a human jaw bone in Snæfellsnes, west Iceland. I could be an archaeological find or it could have been moved to the location by construction. Either way, police are investigating the finding and trying to determine how old the bone is. Read more here: https://www.ruv.is/frett/2022/08/08/mannabein-fannst-a-snaefellsnesiCivil Defence has banned children younger than 12 from going to the volcano. Over a hundred people tried to go to the volcano yesterday, Monday, August 8th, even though there was a storm and the hiking path was closed. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/08/eruption-site-trail-closed-until-tuesday-as-crews-build-new-path/ Follow our Twitter account for up-to-date information on the 2022 eruption: twitter.com/rvkgrapevineThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 204: Volcano Getting Smaller But Still Significantly Bigger The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-06 | The fissure in Meradalir is now shorter and slightly smaller than in the beginning, but it’s still significantly bigger than the eruption in Geldingadalir in 2021. The gas pollution is now Iceland’s newest export, but it was reported at RÚV this week that the sulfuric dioxide has been gliding all the way to Scotland. The hike is long and pretty heavy for amateurs but the distance is about 15 to 17 kilometres. So it’s incredibly important that hikers are well equipped and know what they are getting themselves into.There is a gas alert for the neighbouring towns and cities. The gas is not life-threatening but can be bad for those with underlying conditions.Government officials have asked hikers not to bring young children to the volcano because of the gas pollution.And finally, don’t walk on the lava!Follow our Twitter account for up-to-date information on the 2022 eruption: twitter.com/rvkgrapevineThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 203: New Volcanic Eruption In Iceland The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-04 | NEW VOLCANO IN MERADALIR. Reykjavík Grapevine editor in chief, Valur Grettisson, is on the scene with a full update of how the eruption is progressing. Read on for more information and links!A new eruption started today (3rd of August, 2022) on the Reykjanes Peninsula, near the location of last year’s volcano. The fissure is about 300 metres long and is estimated to be between 5 - 10 times more powerful than the previous volcano in Geldingadalur. It is located in a valley called Meradalir and is a bit further away from roads and settlements than last year. Read more updates on our website here: https://grapevine.is/tag/eruption/Follow our Twitter account for up-to-date information on the 2022 eruption: twitter.com/rvkgrapevineThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevine
RVK Newscast 202: Over 10.000 Earthquakes Since Saturday The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-08-02 | Valur and Pollý are back from holiday in this episode of RVK Newscast! Join them as they explore the recent series of earthquakes and discuss what this could signal about a future eruption. Read on for more info and links!The Icelandic Meteorological Office recorded over 10,000 earthquakes on the Reykjanes Peninsula this weekend. Several large earthquakes were felt throughout the capital region, the largest of which was magnitude 5.4. Geologists believe a magma intrusion is thrusting up from the ground and causing these quakes, which likely will not grow larger than magnitude 6. These events are similar to those leading up to last year’s eruption at Fagradalsfjall, so another eruption north of that site is not out of the question. While a new eruption would happen slow enough for visitors in the area to evacuate, the quakes have loosened rocks in the area, so tread with caution. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/08/02/series-of-earthquakes-detected-over-holiday-weekend-could-signal-new-eruption/ A goodie bag filled with perfect road trip companions is now for sale in the Grapevine shop! Our brand new Best of Iceland 2022, Best of Reykjavík 2022, a detailed map of Iceland, plus a waterproof poncho for waterfall visits… https://shop.grapevine.is/products/goodie-bag-the-icelandic-road-trip-twoThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.com WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/ https://shop.grapevine.is/ facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevine twitter.com/rvkgrapevine instagram.com/rvkgrapevine Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 201: Icelandic Volcano Update! The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-29 | Join journalist Josie Anne Gaitens for a RVK Newscast at Krýsuvík víti, and an update on volcanic activity in Iceland. Is Askja preparing to erupt? Read on for more information and links!***Disclaimer*** Please be careful when walking in this area! Follow safety advice and stay away from the edge of the cliff. The earthquake swarms of 2020/21 have been blamed for the deep cracks that have appeared on the sides of cliffs near the old Krýsuvík lighthouse in Reykjanes. The longest fissure is around 50m on the surface, but experts say that each crack is much longer underground. Visitors are urged to be careful and not explore the area during times of increased seismic activity.Askja, one of Iceland's largest volcanos, is waking up, according to Professor of Geophysics, Magnús Tumi Guðmundsson. Land around Askja has been rising steadily over the last year, resulting in about 35cm of height increase. Experts predict that if this trend continues, there could be a volcanic eruption. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/27/land-rising-at-askja-could-indicate-potential-eruption-experts-warn/After extensive investigations, authorities could not determine who wrote the bomb threat on the Condor Airlines flight that was grounded at Keflavík Airport on Monday, so all passengers were able to leave the country. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/27/all-passengers-released-after-bomb-threat/A man died after trying to rescue his son from Brúará on Sunday, police have reported. The man fell about 400-500 metres down the river, which is very cold and has a strong current. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/26/man-who-died-in-bruara-was-trying-to-save-his-son/SUMMER SALE ON ICELANDIC SALT, SPICES & CONDIMENTS! Icelandic tastes to Icelandify your kitchen. Icelandic sea salt, spices, herbs, even dried kelp and sauces... https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/herbs-and-salt?The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 200: Attacks on LGBTQ+, Bomb Scare and Swimming For Charity The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-26 | IT'S OUR 200TH EPISODE! Sure, we almost forgot, but we'd like to take the opportunity to thank you all for watching all this time! Here's to many more newscasts to come. Read on for more info and links!An inclusive pride flag that was painted outside Gravarvogur church a week ago has been graffitied twice, both with clear homophobic intent. The first time someone spray painted the word ‘antichrist’, and after that was painted over the phrase 'LEVITICUS 20:13' was then sprayed. This is in reference to the bible verse that says that if a man lies with another man as a woman it’s an abomination. The church has issued a statement in response, saying, "We at Grafarvogur Church prefer to follow the message of Jesus Christ, who told us to love one another."The Deputy Director of Public Prosecution, Helgi Magnús Gunnarsson, has been heavily criticised for comments made on his personal FB page about LGBTQ+ asylum seekers. Helgi shared an interview with a human rights lawyer who said his client was refused asylum by Icelandic government because they accused him of lying about his sexuality. Helgi then added, “Of course they are lying. Most people come here in search of more money and a better life. Who wouldn’t lie to save themselves? Apart from that, is there any shortage of gays in Iceland?" The post has now been deleted. Listen to our podcast, The Icelandic Roundup, for an in-depth discussion about Helgi Magnús and the impact of this bias in public life: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/26/the-icelandic-roundup-xenophobia-monkeypox-and-slutwalk/A bomb threat on board a flight flying from Frankfurt, Germany to Seattle, United States, halted air traffic at Keflavík Airport Monday afternoon. The Condor airline flight was flying above Greenland when a bomb threat was found written on the mirror in one of the plane’s lavatories. The plane immediately turned around and landed at Keflavík Airport. All 266 passengers were safely removed from the plane, and so far no evidence of any explosives have been found. The investigation continues. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/26/bomb-threat-halts-air-traffic-at-keflavik/Self-trained open water swimmer, Sigurgeir Svanbergsson, swam 12-km [7.5 mi] from Westman Islands to mainland Iceland on Friday to raise money for Save The Children. Sigurgeir left at 15:45 and expected the journey to take 5-6 hours, but arrived just before midnight due to complications with his support boat and strong currents. The money he raised will go towards helping children in Ukraine. Sigurgeir believes that helping children is a very important goal, as one in six children in the world, or 450 million in total, live in armed conflict zones, a 5% increase from last year.SUMMER SALE ON ICELANDIC SALT, SPICES & CONDIMENTS! Icelandic tastes to Icelandify your kitchen. Icelandic sea salt, spices, herbs, even dried kelp and sauces... shop.grapevine.isThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 199: Culture In Iceland The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-21 | For this episode of RVK Newscast, Culture Editor Josie Anne is joined by Reykjavík Grapevine's Listings and Events Coordinator, Kim Wagenaar, to talk about all of the interesting arts and music offerings Iceland has to offer. Read on for more info and links!We really recommend you check out the venues, events, festivals and groups mentioned in this newscast! In order of appearance, here they are:IÐNÓIÐNÓ is a culture house in Reykjavík that hosts events, concerts and festivals. It also has a great bar and restaurant. https://www.idno.is/Reykjavík Arts Festival / ListahátíðReykjavík Arts Festival is a biennial multidisciplinary festival with a special focus on new commissions and the creative intersection of the arts. https://www.listahatid.is/en/aboutReykjavík Fringe FestivalBased on the concept of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, RVK Fringe welcomes any and all art forms, from all over the world. https://rvkfringe.is/TjarnarbíoTjarnarbío is a venue that describes itself as "the home of independent performing arts," It features performers large and small and also has a cosy bar. https://tjarnarbio.is/en/InnipúkinnCelebrating its 20th year in 2022, Innipúkinn is a music festival in Reykjavík that literally translates as "house monster." It takes place every year in August. facebook.com/InnipukinnfestivalPost-DreifingPost-dreifing are a collaborative music community formed around the ideology of 'D.I.T.' - 'Do It Together.' They have a venue / arts space in Reykjavík called Post Húsið and run an annual festival in the Westfjords called Hátíðni. instagram.com/post.dreifing/?hl=enRead our feature on Post-dreifing here: https://grapevine.is/icelandic-culture/music/2019/07/05/new-wave-diy-meet-the-post-dreifing-music-arts-collective/NASAThis legendary Reykjavík venue was torn down years ago, but has been rebuilt and is due to reopen soon. Read our coverage here: https://grapevine.is/news/2018/03/27/nasa-torn-down-will-be-reborn-soon/LungALungA is an intimate art festival in the East of Iceland where creativity, arts and culture are celebrated with workshops, lectures and events. https://www.lunga.is/FÚSKFúsk is a 1200 m² artist run space in Gufunes, Reykjavík. The project revolves around establishing a creative container society inspired by similar projects around Europe. facebook.com/F%C3%9ASK-Gufunes-108740068206879HúrraHúrra is a Reykjavík icon that recently reopened. It's famous for its live music and DJ nights. facebook.com/hurra.isGaukurinnGaukarinn is synonymous with queer and alternative culture in Iceland. Check out their varied programme for everything from drag nights to metal concerts. https://gaukurinn.is/KexA hostel, bar, venue—and also the Icelandic word for biscuit—Kex is a neighbourhood hotspot for live music and events in downtown Reykjavík. https://www.kexhostel.is/MengiCreated and managed by artists in Reykjavik, Mengi hosts diverse art events, releases music by some of the nations most ambitious musicians, and operates and art and record store. mengi.netNorðanpaunkNorðanpaunk is a yearly festival in the north of Iceland that describes itself as "a family gathering of the Icelandic punk community." It's multi-genre, but in particular it platforms heavier music. Or, in their words, "the weirdest and most extreme bands and artists in Iceland." http://www.nordanpaunk.orgHumans Become Slime / Mannfólkið Breytist í Slím'MBS' is an art collective and festival based in the northern town of Akureryri. facebook.com/mbsskifurIceland AirwavesIceland Airwaves is the world’s most northerly music showcase and industry festival. It seeks to bring together the country’s brightest emerging musical talent and forward-thinking international acts. https://icelandairwaves.is/The Best Of Iceland 2022 features our all-new picks of the very best hotels, hikes, trips, pools, cafés, restaurants, road trips and must-see places Iceland has to offer, with special guides, in-depth articles on some of the country's most magical sites, and loads more besides. Pick up a copy here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-iceland-magazine-2022-2023-presale-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 198: Icelandic Football Team In The Euros The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-19 | SPORTS. Not something Josie Anne knows a lot about, but for this edition of RVK newscast, our journalist visits the home of the Iceland national football team, Laugardalsvöllur. Keep reading for more info and links!The Icelandic national women’s football team have been playing in the Euros, but were knocked out last night—despite not actually losing a match. The team, who are affectionately known as Stelpurnar okkar,' or ‘our girls,' drew 1-1 against Belgium, Italy, and finally France, but were beaten on a points basis by Belgium and France who will progress to the next stage of the tournament.Drífa Snædal, the president of trade union, ASÍ, has raised concerns about a crisis in the labour market. There is currently a huge need for labour, and she says that as a result foreign workers who do not know their rights are flocking here. This can put workers in very vulnerable positions, and there are growing reports of exploitation, especially in the tourist industry.A recently released poster for a concert entitled “Rock in Reykjavík” has resulted in controversy as it featured 50 male musicians, with no female or queer musicians represented in the lineup. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/18/only-men-play-at-rock-in-reykjavik-concert/OR listen to our latest episode of The Icelandic Roundup podcast, where we speak to musicians and organisers Ólöf Benediktsdóttir and Laufey Soffía about their experience of being women in the music industry in Iceland: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/19/the-icelandic-roundup-women-in-rock/Get yourself a copy of the original Rokk í Reykjavík poster from our shop! Featuring Björk: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/rokk-i-reykjavik-poster?_pos=26&_sid=c20a4f038&_ss=rCheck out this playlist of women rockers in Iceland!: open.spotify.com/playlist/3H0nhwAZ3MWiM8iSw12cyX?si=94c0e25fdde14c5dThank you to the staff at KSÍ for allowing us to film inside the stadium. Find out more about them here: https://www.ksi.is/The Best Of Iceland 2022 features our all-new picks of the very best hotels, hikes, trips, pools, cafés, restaurants, road trips and must-see places Iceland has to offer, with special guides, in-depth articles on some of the country's most magical sites, and loads more besides. Pick up a copy here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-iceland-magazine-2022-2023-presale-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 197: Viðey Island The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-14 | On this episode of RVK Newscast, Grapevine journalist Josie Anne takes a trip to Viðey, an island off the coast of Reykjavík with a fascinating history. Read on for more information and links!Iceland has topped the gender equality index for the 13th year in a row. The report which is produced by the World Economic Forum, praised Iceland for the number of women involved in politics. Four of the Nordic counties are in the top five most gender equal countries in the world; Finland and Norway, were second and third, respectively, with Sweden fifth. Fourth on the list is New Zealand.A report into the sale of state-owned shares in Íslandsbanki has been delayed for a second time. The report, which is being conducted by the state auditor, was originally due in June, before being pushed back to late July. It is now not expected to be ready until sometime in August.An agreement has been signed between state and municipal authorities to build 35,000 houses in the next 10 years. The proposed plan involves a commitment to build 4,000 units per year for the first five years, 30% of which would be affordable housing, while 5% would be set aside as social housing. 200 cats in Iceland are currently looking for homes. The cats are in the care of Villikettir, a cat protection agency. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/13/more-than-200-cats-need-homes/Learn more about Villikettir here: https://www.villikettir.is/Summer cosmetics sale! We are having a sale on all our Icelandic soaps, scrubs, face masks, perfumes etc. We have handpicked these quality products from local suppliers, and many are made with unique Icelandic natural ingredients. https://shop.grapevine.is/ The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comThank you to Elding for taking us to Viðey! You can find out more about their trips here: https://elding.is/videy-ferry-schedule-pricesWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 196: Aviation Chaos And Electric Planes The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-12 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast, where in this episode we are at Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach in Reykjavík, close to the city airport, to talk about all the latest in Icelandic aviation news. Read on for more info and links!176,000 foreign passengers departed from Kevlavík Airport last month, a major increase on the last two years. Since the beginning of the year, 636,000 foreign passengers have departed Iceland, a stark increase of the only 75,000 foreign passenger departures recorded for this time last year. However, this is still well below the one million foreign passenger departures recorded at this time in 2018. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/12/176000-foreign-passenger-departures-in-june/Icelandair has announced that it has sent extra baggage handlers to assist at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, amidst a global crisis in the aviation industry due to staff shortages. A spokesperson for the airline said that staff, including pilots, had been pitching in to help load luggage onto planes of their own accord.Air Greenland has been forced to cancel bookings on flights to the west coast of the country for the remainder of July. This is due to persistent poor weather conditions that have made landing extremely difficult or even impossible. Flights to the east coast will continue as planned.Iceland's first electric plane took its maiden voyage over Hella last Friday (8th of July). The two seater plane is to be used to train staff and showcase the future of electric air travel. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/05/pilot-training-to-begin-on-icelands-first-electric-aircraft/Summer cosmetics sale! We are having a sale on all our Icelandic soaps, scrubs, face masks, perfumes etc. We have handpicked these quality products from local suppliers, and many are made with unique Icelandic natural ingredients. https://shop.grapevine.is/ The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
The Icelandic Roundup Ep. 15: Chris Burkard The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-08 | Culture Editor Josie Anne Gaitens is joined by photographer, director, adventurer and author Chris Burkard to discuss his latest project in Iceland, as well as some of the themes of our latest cover feature, "Instagram vs Reality: How The Digital Age Of Tourism Changed Iceland Forever." Read it here: https://grapevine.is/mag/2022/07/01/instagram-vs-reality-how-the-digital-age-of-tourism-changed-iceland-forever/Find The Icelandic RoundupOn Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0XGzhPOPx0tPhXIR2mOY0K?si=3ca4d47f9893428fOn Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-icelandic-roundup/id1614063659Online: theicelandicroundup.buzzsprout.comLooking for more news? Check out our website for the latest coverage: https://grapevine.is/Please take the time to rate and review the Icelandic Roundup on your podcast app! It helps other people find the show.Before travelling in Iceland please always check road and weather conditions to ensure a safe journey.Weather: https://vedur.is/Roads: https://www.road.is/Thank you to Lava Car Rental (https://www.lavacarrental.is/) and The Lava Centre (https://lavacentre.is/) for sponsoring this episode of The Icelandic Roundup.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 195: Ancient Artefacts And Weather Warnings The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-07 | Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode Josie Anne checks out The National Museum of Iceland to see a very special pair of mittens that have just been dated from the time of settlement. Read on for more info and links!Yellow weather warnings for high winds have been issued across the majority of the country until Thursday (7th of July) evening, with drivers urged to travel with caution. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/07/high-winds-expected-around-iceland-today/A pair of mittens in the care of The National Museum of Iceland have been confirmed as being around 1,000 years old. The mittens, which are in extremely good condition, were dug up in the 1960s in Heynes, near Akranes in South West Iceland. Although archeologists at the time suspected they were from the age of settlement, it was not possible to confirm this until recently with modern dating techniques. The mittens would have belonged to child, possibly one who came over on one of the early viking boats. Covid numbers are on the rise again in Iceland, with 44 individuals currently hospitalised with the condition. The Deputy Chief Epidemiologist, Kamilla Sigríður Jósefsdóttir, has announced that the majority of patients in intensive care are either elderly or unvaccinated. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/06/44-people-hospitalised-67-landspitali-employees-isolating-due-to-covid-19/A survey has revealed that 31% of Icelanders believe in elves. More women said they believed in elves than men, and older people as well as those from the countryside were also more likely to consider elves real. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/06/one-third-of-icelanders-reportedly-believe-in-elves/Many thanks to the staff at The National Museum of Iceland for their expertise and warm welcome! Find out more about the museum here: https://www.thjodminjasafn.is/english/The new Reykjavík Grapevine print issue is out! Our latest cover story dives into the world of travel influencers in Iceland. Subscribe to it in our shop (https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/subscriptions) or join our High Five club (https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/) to get in your inbox.The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 194: The National Icelandic Horse Competition (Landsmót) The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-07-06 | Welcome to Landsmót! The National Icelandic Horse Competition is currently under way in Hella, South Iceland, and for this RVK Newscast, culture editor Josie Anne Gaitens and journalist Asha Edmondson have come to check it out. Read on for more information and links!Interested in attending Landsmót? Find all the information you need here on their website: https://www.landsmot.is/enA fire was reported to have broken out at an aluminium smelter plant in the early hours of Tuesday (5th of July) morning. The director of Elkem, which is located in West Iceland, announced that the blaze resulted in no injuries, but that three of the furnaces will need to be turned off for a week while repairs are made.Iceland has earned its second Michelin star! Ox, an 11-seat restaurant on Laugavegur, earned the award, while Dill, Iceland's first Michelin star holder, maintained it. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/07/05/ox-earns-dill-maintains-michelin-star/And finally, a pool in Reykjavík is to trial extended opening hours. The public pool will be open till midnight every Thursday from August through December this year. The pool will also offer free swimming for children aged 6-16 for the month of August.The new Reykjavík Grapevine print issue is out! Our latest cover story dives into the world of travel influencers in Iceland. Subscribe to it in our shop (https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/subscriptions) or join our High Five club (https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/) to get in your inbox.The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 193: Shooting in Hafnarfjörður The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-06-23 | On this episode of RVK Newscast, Reykjavík Grapevine Culture Editor, Josie Anne Gaitens, is in Öskjuhlíð to go over the latest news: a shooting in the capital area, highest refugee numbers on record and safety for tourists in Iceland. Read on for more info and links!Government officials and landowners met Tuesday evening and agreed to install an alarm system on the beach at Reynisfjara to alert visitors about dangerous conditions. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/23/officials-to-install-alarm-system-at-reynisfjara/A tourist has been killed after being struck by construction machinery in Djúpivogur in the East of Iceland yesterday. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/23/tourist-dies-in-djupivogur-safety-measures-reviewed/1,887 Refugees have arrived in Iceland this year—already the most to have been received by the country in one year. The vast majority are from Ukraine. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/23/more-refugees-than-ever-enter-the-country/A controversial asylum bill has been thrown out by parliament—for the fourth time. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/22/asylum-seeker-bill-withdrawn-again-no-mass-deportations-yet-refugee-work-permit-bill-fails-to-pass/A shooter had been apprehended in the capital area town of Hafnarfjörður, after a 5 hour standoff. No one was injured in the attack. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/22/hafnarfjordur-shooting-suspect-in-police-custody-after-five-hour-stand-off/The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comSummer Sale on T-Shirts in Grapevine shop!Yes! We only have a chance to wear a t-shirt out for about 2 months of the year here in Iceland! To celebrate we will offer a 20% summer discount on T-shirts! All shapes and sizes with all kinds of Iceland themed motifs.So pick one for yourself and your family and buddies. Matching T-shirts rock! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/t-shirts"WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 192: Summer Solstice in Iceland! The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-06-21 | Happy summer solstice! On this rainy midsummer Valur Grettisson, editor in chief of The Reykjavík Grapevine, is in Hellisgerði in Hafnarfjörður to talk about all the latest Icelandic news: the sale of a famous Icelandic canyon, solstice traditions, rising Covid numbers and changes to marriage laws. Read on for more info and links!The famous canyon, Fjaðrárgljúfur, has been sold to private investors. Fjaðrárgljúfur featured in Justin Bieber's music video for his song "I’ll show you". The Icelandic government was given the opportunity to buy the canyon, but they refused the offer.It's summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere! In Iceland there are many customs and traditions associated with this day, including animals being able to speak and Selkies—who are magical beings who are able to take two forms, human and seal—coming to the beaches to celebrate.Covid-19 numbers are increasing in Iceland, despite widespread immunity in the population. 34 people are at the hospital with the virus although no one is currently in intensive care. Read more here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/20/covid-cases-increasing-in-iceland-despite-widespread-immunity/New laws have been passed by parliament to make the dissolution of marriages simpler. This is in part to make in easier for people to leave abusive relationships.The Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.com"Summer Sale on T-Shirts in Grapevine shop!Yes! We only have a chance to wear a t-shirt out for about 2 months of the year here in Iceland! To celebrate we will offer 20% summer discount on T-shirts! All shapes and sizes with all kinds of Iceland themed motifs.So pick one for yourself and your family and buddies. Matching T-shirts rock! https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/t-shirts"WHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 191: Whaling, New Icelanders And Inflation The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-06-16 | Looking sharp, chief! For today's RVK Newscast, Valur Grettisson, editor-in-chief of The Reykjavík Grapevine, is at Rakarastofa Ragnars & Harðar for a fresh cut—as well as to go over the freshest Icelandic news. Read on for more info and links. Preorder your copy of Dagatal from The Reykjavík Grapevine's shop now! The book features around 100 short and accessible stories about customs and traditions in Iceland, written especially for readers learning Icelandic as a second language. Get it here: https://shop.grapevine.is/products/dagatal-91-101-stories-written-in-simple-icelandic-2022-presale64.3% of Icelanders believe that hunting whales damages Iceland’s reputation according to a poll that Fréttablaðið reported today. Only 6.1% of Icelanders polled think it’s actually good for our reputation.12 people have been awarded citizenship, among them American musician, John Grant, through applying directly to the Icelandic parliament. There were 71 applications in total. The Althingi application system is controversial and has been criticised for being exclusive and unjust.Inflation is expected to be reach 8.7 % in June. Policy interest rates will probably be raised by 0.75% to 4.5%— the same as in 2019. The central bank has also lowered the loan ratio for first buyers from 90% down to 85% to cool off the real estate market that has been spinning out of control in past 12 months.Who better to ask about what is best in Reykjavík than the people who live there? Every year we round up a panel of experts and enthusiasts to pick the best restaurant, best bar, best café, best gallery, best music venue, best...everything. The result is Best Of Reykjavík, and you can purchase it online now! https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-reykjavik-magazine-2022-2023-winter-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineTo celebrate the publication of Best Of Reykjavík 2022, we are putting a free copy into EVERY box we have in the Store for a limited time! Find them all here: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 190: Death At Reynisfjara, Icelands Black Beach The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-06-15 | Reykjavík Grapevine's editor-in-chief is at the black sand beach, Reynisfjara, to discuss the tragic news of the second death in nine months there, and what solutions are being posited to reduce the risk of harm in the area. When visiting Reynisfjara (or other sites in Iceland), please remember to come prepared in the right clothing and equipment and to be aware of weather, tides and your surroundings in general. The majority of deaths in Iceland are due to not taking these elements into account. Currents around Reynisfjara are incredibly strong and anyone of any age or swimming ability is at risk of death if they are dragged into the ocean. Follow the guidance provided on information boards, and always supervise dogs and children. Read our latest reporting on Reynisfjara here: https://grapevine.is/news/2022/06/15/whats-next-for-reynisfjara/Who better to ask about what is best in Reykjavík than the people who live there? Every year we round up a panel of experts and enthusiasts to pick the best restaurant, best bar, best café, best gallery, best music venue, best...everything. The result is Best Of Reykjavík, and you can purchase it online now! https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-reykjavik-magazine-2022-2023-winter-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineTo celebrate the publication of Best Of Reykjavík 2022, we are putting a free copy into EVERY box we have in the Store for a limited time! Find them all here: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/joinJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
RVK Newscast 189: Huge Drug Bust The Reykjavík Grapevine 2022-06-10 | In this beautifully sunny RVK Newscast, Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in-chief, Valur Grettisson, is at Kleifervatn to go over the latest news: a big drugs bust, Samherji and the rental market.Who better to ask about what is best in Reykjavík than the people who live there? Every year we round up a panel of experts and enthusiasts to pick the best restaurant, best bar, best café, best gallery, best music venue, best...everything. The result is Best Of Reykjavík, and you can purchase it online now! https://shop.grapevine.is/products/best-of-reykjavik-magazine-2022-2023-winter-new-issue-of-reykjavik-grapevineTo celebrate the publication of Best Of Reykjavík 2022, we are putting a free copy into EVERY box we have in the Store for a limited time! Find them all here: https://shop.grapevine.is/collections/box-of-icelandThe Newscast is made possible with the help of our friends at einstokbeer.comWHO WE AREThe Reykjavík Grapevine is a free, alternative magazine in English published in Reykjavík every month. We cover everything Iceland-related, with a special focus on news, human interest stories, music, culture, food, travel and events. https://grapevine.is/https://shop.grapevine.is/facebook.com/ReykjavikGrapevinetwitter.com/rvkgrapevineinstagram.com/rvkgrapevineJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCXDn1ItTmeGarenRLOZus9Q/join
