Volcanic Eruption in Iceland

A volcano near Iceland's capital erupted for the seventh time in a year, spewing lava and smoke, with no disruptions to air traffic or infrastructure.

Rare Viking Age Toy Discovery in Iceland

A rare toy dating to the Viking Age was found in Iceland during an archaeological excavation. The toy, made of stone, is believed to represent an animal, with theories suggesting it could be a pig, bear, or Icelandic dog. The discovery sheds light on children in the Viking Age, as few artifacts related to them have been found in Iceland.

Ice Cave Collapse in Southern Iceland

A tourist is dead and two others are missing after an ice cave partially collapsed in southern Iceland. Rescuers are searching for the missing individuals on the Breidamerkurjokull glacier. The collapse was not related to a recent volcanic eruption in southeast Iceland.

Ice Cave Collapse in Iceland

One person has died and two others are missing after an ice cave collapsed in southern Iceland while a group of tourists was exploring. Efforts to rescue the missing individuals are ongoing.

Icelandic Dating Culture

Iceland has a unique dating culture where relationships often start with sex before a date. Dating is not common, and people often move in together without going on traditional dates. The country has a permissive and equal attitude towards sex, with a low emphasis on the sanctity of sex. Gender equality is strong in Iceland, with a history of feminist movements and progressive LGBTQ rights. However, the small population and interconnectedness can make dating challenging, especially for older individuals.

Solo Travel Safety and Destinations

TikTok creator Megan Homme encourages solo vacations for the autonomy and safety they offer, highlighting safe international destinations like Iceland, Tokyo, Wellington, New Zealand, Stockholm, and Singapore.

Volcano Eruption in Iceland

A volcano in Iceland has erupted for the fifth time since December, spewing lava more than 150 feet into the air, forcing officials to evacuate the world-famous 'Blue Lagoon.'

Volcanic Eruption in Iceland

A new volcanic eruption in Iceland has started spewing lava over 100 feet into the air at the Sundhnúks crater. This is the fifth eruption since December, with significant evacuations and property damage reported.

New direct air capture plant 'Mammoth' opens in Iceland

A new direct air capture plant, called Mammoth, has opened in Iceland to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere using chemicals. The plant is powered by Iceland's geothermal energy and will transport the captured carbon underground for permanent storage. The technology is seen as an important step in the fight against climate change, but some critics have raised concerns about its cost, energy consumption, and potential to prolong fossil fuel production.

Sports Illustrated's publishing deal and Iceland volcano eruption

Sports Illustrated secures a major deal to continue publishing despite laying off most of its staff and facing an AI scandal. Meanwhile, a volcano in Iceland erupts for the fourth time in four months, causing lava to flow across southern Iceland.

Volcanic Eruption in Iceland

A volcano erupted in Iceland's Reykjavik peninsula, near the abandoned town of Grindavik, leading to a state of emergency being declared. This was the fourth eruption in three months, with residents being evacuated as a precaution.

Iceland Volcano Eruption

A volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time in three months, sending lava into the sky. Hundreds were evacuated from the Blue Lagoon thermal spa. No flight disruptions were reported at the main airport. The eruption site is near Grindavik, a coastal town that was previously evacuated after a series of earthquakes.

Volcano Eruption in Iceland

A volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time in three months, sending lava into the night sky. The eruption opened a fissure about 3 kilometers long between Stóra-Skógfell and Hagafell mountains. Hundreds were evacuated from the Blue Lagoon thermal spa, and Grindavik was evacuated due to volcanic activity. No flight disruptions were reported at Keflavik airport.