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An explosion occurred at the aluminium plant in Grundartangi this afternoon. One employee was injured, but Norðurál’s spokesperson says there is no update on the employee’s condition at this time.

One injured after explosion at Grundartangi aluminium plant

News from Iceland

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Today on RÚV English Radio, the programs helping North Americans connect with their Icelandic roots, and more.

RÚV English Radio - THE SNORRI PROGRAMS

Egill Heiðar Anton Pálsson, nýr Borgarleikhússtjóri.

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Egill Heiðar is new director of Borgarleikhúsið

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Eruption could occur with “very little warning”

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A man who had been missing in the East Fjords for five days and was found by rescue teams yesterday is recovering. His friends searched for him throughout the night before rescue teams were called out.

Man missing in east for five days is found

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Police seek custody for fourth person in murder case

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The Court of Appeal (Landsréttur) has upheld a 15-month prison sentence for a man convicted of a particularly dangerous assault and robbery in Hafnarfjörður three years ago.

Court upholds sentence for dangerous assault

Gangurinn Efstabúð í Kolaportinu. Hannyrða- og skranbásar beggja megin gangsins. Fólk skoðar varning.

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Capital in search for new Kolaportið operator

"Mynd af Guðmundur Ingi Ásmundsson forstjóri Landsnets"

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The Reykjavík District Court has rejected the demand of landowners to invalidate Landsnet’s authority to expropriate their land. The company plans to construct part of the Suðurnesjalína 2 power line on the disputed property.

Landowners lose Landsnet battle

Myndin sýnir Hríseyingana Sigfús Pál Sigfússon og Almar Björnsson fást við að prjóna peysu. Þeir sitja á sitthvorum endanum á sófa og einbeita sér að verkinu.

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"If women can knit, so can men"

Lögregluaðgerðir, götulokun. Lokunarskilti og umferðarkeila.

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The man charged with murdering a couple in Neskaupstaður last summer has been found legally insane, as he was not in control of his actions due to a severe mental illness. There is no doubt that he attacked the victims and caused their deaths.

Man who murdered couple found legally insane; placed in secure psychiatric care

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Three in custody over murder

Jarðskjálftakort af vef Veðurstofu Íslands sem sýnir merkingar fyrir jarðskjálftahrinu 12. mars 2025. Mikið af merkingum er á og sunnan við Reykjanestá, þar af nokkrar stjörnur sem merkja skjálfta yfir þrír að stærð.

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An earthquake swarm that began on the Reykjanes Peninsula yesterday afternoon is still ongoing. Most originated at sea. These may be so-called triggered earthquakes caused by changes in stress levels following seismic activity over recent years.

Over 400 earthquakes recorded in Reykjanes swarm

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Today on RÚV English Radio, the new initiative designed to improve safety for LBGTI+ individuals in the capital.

RÚV English Radio - LGBTI+ SAFETY IN REYKJAVÍK

Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir, mennta- og barnamálaráðherra

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The Reykjavík District Court has acquitted the Icelandic state in a lawsuit filed by Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir, Minister of Education and Children. Ásthildur and her husband sued the state over actions taken by the district commissioner.

Minister loses case against the state

Borgarleikhúsið þakið snjó. Tekið í janúar 2025.

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The negotiation committee of FÍL (Association of Icelandic Artists in Performing Arts and Film) has been in talks with SA (Confederation of Icelandic Enterprise) and Leikfélag Reykjavíkur (Reykjavík Theatre Company) since September.

Actors and dancers strike at capital theatre

Greinar og stofnar trjáa sem hafa verið felld liggja á jörðinni í Öskjuhlíð

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The Environment and Planning Council has approved the removal of 700 to 900 more trees in Öskjuhlíð as part of the tree felling for aviation safety reasons. The trees must be cut down to keep the east-west runway at Reykjavik Airport open.

Approval to fell 700 to 900 more Öskjuhlíð trees

Sakborningar leiddir fyrir dómara við Héraðsdóm Suðurlands.

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Defendants brought before judge

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A man who was found in Gufunes, Reykjavík yesterday was still alive but died shortly after arriving at hospital. Eight people were arrested in connection with the case in total, and three have been released. A decision on custody will be made today.

Deceased man was alive when first found

Upplýsingaskilti við inngang EFTA-byggingarinnar í Brussel, þar sem Uppbyggingarsjóðir EEA og Noregs eru til húsa.

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After more than two decades of waiting, it appears Iceland and Norway are preparing to adopt EU regulations on genetically modified food, which were introduced in 2003. No other regulations have remained unimplemented for as long within the EEA.

"Cheerios Regulation" pending for 22 years

Hættumatskort Veðurstofu Íslands 11.03.2025

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The volume of magma beneath Svartsengi has never been greater since the unrest at Reykjanes began in late 2023. Seismic activity at Sundhnúkur has been increasing and is now similar to the levels seen before the last eruption in November.

Magma accumulation at all-time high

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South Iceland Police are investigating a murder. Five are in custody. Police are receiving assistance from three other districts and the special forces unit. No information is given on where the deceased was found or where the arrests were made.

Five arrested on murder suspicion

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Today, RÚV English Radio visits one of Iceland's other black sand beaches.

RÚV English Radio - BORGARSANDUR

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The head of delelopers Aflvaki predicts that by the end of the decade, over 100,000 people aged 25-49 will be living in something other than owner-occupied housing.

Just 5% of population owns 30% of residential property

Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, umhverfis- og orkumálaráðherra

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The Minister for the Environment has forgone the authorisation to allocate 600 million ISK within his ministry’s project areas. He says this creates room for action in the coming years. His predecessor criticises the decision as a brutal budget cut.

Minister hands 600 million ISK back to treasury

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Increased seismic activity on Reykjanes Peninsula

Sólveig Anna Jónsdóttir, formaður Eflingar

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The chair of union Efling proposes a fine to combat wage theft in Iceland. Employers would be required to pay high penalties if found guilty. Otherwise, unpunished crimes against working-class and low-wage workers will continue, she says.

“Fine” against wage theft proposed by Efling

Landakotskirkja séð að utan um mitt sumar

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Heritage Conservation Fund grants 265 million ISK

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Prison for smuggling 3.6 kg of cocaine

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The Supreme Court of Iceland has agreed to review the case of two men convicted of rape after the Court of Appeal (Landsréttur) overturned their acquittal by the District Court (Héraðsdómur). This report contains descriptions of sexual violence.

Supreme Court to hear appeal in rape case

Nær ekkert af þorski veiðist á grásleppu. (Mynd Rúnar Snær Reynisson/RÚV)

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Fishermen in coastal fisheries are expecting the new government to fulfil its promise of more fishing days this summer. A bill is expected in March, but stakeholders in the fishing industry have many questions about its implementation.

Coastal fishermen call for more fishing days

Forsetahjónin Halla Tómasdóttir og Björn Skúlason.

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President to visit Hornafjörður on official trip

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Today on RÚV English Radio, it's a new episode of The Week In Iceland, from Akureyri.

RÚV English Radio - THE WEEK IN ICELAND, FROM AKUREYRI: BLÖNDUÓS LAYOFFS, ÍSAFJÖRÐUR FLIGHTS, SANDGERÐI FLOODS, ÖSKUDAGUR

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Four people have died in traffic accidents in Iceland so far this year, including three fatalities in the past four days.

Traffic accident investigations at early stage

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Man injured in concrete silo fall

Horft niður með Þjórsá yfir fyrirhugað lón Hvammsvirkjunar, eins og Landsvirkjun sér það fyrir sér. Mynd: Landsvirkjun.

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There are strongly divided opinions on the bill to restart construction of the Hvammsvirkjun power plant, despite little resistance in parliament to the proposal.

Split views over resuming power plant construction

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For the first time in more than a year, the doors of Grindavík’s town offices are open again in the town itself. The coffee is hot, and there is a good atmosphere among both residents and staff, who describe the occasion as a milestone.

Coffee brewing in Grindavík offices again

Grisnunarviður settur á bíl við Einarsstaði á Héraði.

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Forest thinning has been neglected, leading to overcrowded woodlands and lower-quality timber. The owner of a wood processing company says that more attention should be given to thinning, as it could actually reduce the need for timber imports.

Necessary forest thinning 'has been neglected'

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Greenland will go to the polls tomorrow. Discussions on independence and statements by Donald Trump about acquiring Greenland have shaped the campaign. The head of Greenland’s government, Múte B. Egede, says Trump has shown Greenlanders disrespect.

Iceland's neighbour goes to polls: Greenlandic PM says Trump 'disrespectful'

Elín Tryggvadóttir hjúkrunarfræðingur og aðstoðardeildarstjóri á bráðamóttöku

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More than 200 children were admitted to the emergency department of Landspítali over the past two years due to alcohol and drug use. A nurse with decades of experience says that substance abuse among children has increased and become more severe.

Substance abuse brings children 'close to death' to Landspítali

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Extra snow to Ólafsfjörður for snowmobile race

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Today on RÚV English Radio, we preview the collision of food and fun next week in the capital!

RÚV English Radio - REYKJAVÍK FOOD & FUN

Myndir úr umfjöllun Kveiks um flugslysið í Þingvallavatni árið 2022.

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The parents of a young American who died in a plane crash in Þingvallavatn believe that the government could have prevented the accident. They have instructed their lawyers to prepare a court case against the Icelandic government.

Four people 'should not have died'

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Reykjavík City Council has been instructed to change the name of Bjargargata due to concerns about potential confusion with a similarly named street. The decision follows objections from the Place Name Committee.

Bjargargata and Bjarkargata too similar to coexist

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Guðrún Kaldal was among those who danced with Páll Óskar when he captivated Europe with Minn hinsti dans. At the time, she had already performed in musicals.

"Amazing experience and great fun"

Atriði úr sýningu Wexford-óperuhátíðarinnar á óperunni "Gagnrýnandinn" (The Critic) eftir Charles Villiers Stanford, haustið 2024. Tveir menn, klæddir samkvæmt tísku 18. aldar, virða fyrir sér lítið seglskip.

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On Óperukvöld útvarpsins (Opera Night on the Radio) tonight, the opera The Critic by Charles Villiers Stanford will be broadcast - a recording from Wexford Festival Opera in Ireland, which specialises in lesser-known operas.

Rarely heard opera on Rás 1 tonight

Bjarni Benedikt Björnsson, with Icelandic keyboard characters

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Today on RÚV English Radio, a new episode of Auðskilið.

RÚV English Radio - AUÐSKILIÐ - CITIZENS ABROAD, in simple Icelandic

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The exhibition of the series of paintings Handleikið/Handled by Ragnhildur Jóhanns opens at SÍM Gallery later today—the artist’s birthday. The exhibition presents 18 new paintings created by Ragnhildur in the past 15 months.

Artist debuts new exhibition on birthday

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Cheerful kids in Kringlan on Öskudagur

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Two cars swept into Akranes Harbour on Monday have been retrieved. One of the men who ended up in the sea remains in critical condition in intensive care.

Cars retrieved from harbour

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Today on RÚV English Radio, the music of Mikael Mani Ásmundsson.

RÚV English Radio - MIKAEL MÁNI ÁSMUNDSSON

Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson og Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson lyklaskipti umhverfisráðuneytið

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Guðrún Hafsteinsdóttir was elected leader of the Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn (Independence Party) by a narrow margin over the weekend. The outcome reflects the deep division among different factions within the party.

Conflicts within Independence Party: "It was no secret"

Loðna í vinnslu Síldarvinnslunnar í Neskaupstað

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The managing director of Eskja hopes the capelin stock will recover next year after two lean seasons. He wants to review the regulations governing fishing advice and quota allocation.

Wants to reconsider catch rule and capelin quota

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Most popular Öskudagurinn costume? "VÆB is off the charts!"

Graf sem sýnir kvikumagn undir Svartsengi.

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Eruption risk still rising

Mynd af Magnúsi Stefánssyni bæjarstjóra Sandgerðisbæjar við höfnina þar sem mikið óveður hefur ollið tjóni.

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Storm surges, like other floods, should be covered by the Ofanflóðasjóður (Avalanche and Landslide Fund), says Magnús Stefánsson, mayor of Sandgerði. He points out that weaknesses in coastal defences have long been noted.

Major coastal flooding is natural disaster, says Sandgerði mayor

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Today on RÚV English Radio, the music of Dan Van Dango.

RÚV English Radio - DAN VAN DANGO

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