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Iceland
Iceland
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Iceland. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Reykjavik
Head of State
President Halla Tómasdóttir
Head of Government
Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson
Dara from Bulgaria holds up the trophy after winning the Eurovision grand final in Vienna. Photo: AP
Music

Bulgaria’s Dara wins Eurovision contest, beating out Israel for top spot

The usually good-natured competition has faced a boycott by five countries over the Gaza conflict.

Art

5 exhibitions across the globe celebrating women who shaped art and culture

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … J.J. Martin, founder of Milan-based La DoubleJ

Arctic

Exclusive | Trump’s claim of Chinese, Russian ships near Greenland ‘not supported by facts’

Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, the ex-president of Iceland, also says it’s ‘important not to use scaremongering to justify major policy changes’.

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Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, who was president of Iceland from 1996 to 2016, said there was evidence that Russian and Chinese ships and aircraft were closer to the “American part of the Arctic”. Photo: Getty Images
Trending in China

Chinese woman, 30, earning US$140,000 a month running marketing firm retires

Deng says she has had strong business instinct from young age; opened store selling educational products after university graduation.

Nato

Nato launches Arctic Sentry mission to ease Greenland tensions with Trump

The mission brings efforts by various alliance members under a single command, as Russia and China take a greater interest in the region.

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Canada

Canada and France open Greenland consulates to show support amid Trump threats

The US president insists that Washington must control the strategic Arctic island but has backed off threats to seize it for now.

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A person stands outside Canadian consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, on Friday, the day of its official oppening. Photo: Reuters
Donald Trump

White House responds after Trump repeatedly refers to Greenland as ‘Iceland’

White House denies Arctic territories mix-up after the US president’s freewheeling speech in Davos.

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Trending in China

China woman shares civil service life in Iceland, admires culture that respects choices

Family jokes that she travelled to other side of world to work in ‘neighbourhood committee’ – lowest tier of China’s governmental structure.

China’s private sector

BeOne Medicines names R&D chief Wang Lai as president amid global expansion

BeOne generated global revenue of about US$3.8 billion last year, driven by its flagship products Brukinsa and Tevimbra.

BeOne’s manufacturing facility in Guangzhou. Photo: Handout
Animals

Mosquitoes discovered in Iceland for the first time

The island nation, along with Antarctica, has long been one of the few places on Earth free from the bloodsucking insects.

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A Culiseta annulata mosquito, like the type found in Iceland for the first time. Photo: Shutterstock
Tourism

‘Unreal’: spend a night in a glass igloo atop an Arctic cruise ship at sea

Cantilevered over the ship’s edge, the National Geographic Endurance’s glass igloos let passengers enjoy an incredible night amid the fjords.

Germany

Germany slams Israel boycott, Eurovision ‘brings nations together’

Spain and others will boycott the world’s largest live televised music event in May if Israel participates over the ongoing assault on Gaza.

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Space

‘Blood moon’ rises during total lunar eclipse

People in Asia, including India and China, were best placed to see Sunday’s total eclipse, which was also visible in western Australia.

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The “Blood Moon” is pictured during an eclipse in the night sky over Sydney, Australia on Sunday. Photo: AFP
Celebrity children

Who is Björk’s daughter Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, aka Doa?

The 22-year-old just walked the runway for Cecilie Bahnsen at Copenhagen Fashion Week – she’s also an actress in The Northman, and a musician.

Meet Icelandic musician Björk’s daughter with Matthew Barney, Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, aka Doa. Photo: @d0lgur/Instagram
Volcanoes

New volcanic eruption jolts Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula

Iceland volcano erupts for the 12th time since 2021, as lava bursts from a fissure following a series of earthquakes.

Tourism

Want a special way to mark World Oceans Day? Try these luxury experiences

Adventure awaits the outgoing traveller on these 5 luxury holiday ideas that showcase the best of ocean exploration.

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Natural disasters

Volcano erupts in Iceland again, triggering evacuations

Lava flow threatens the already severely damaged fishing town of Grindavík.

Molten lava comes out of a fissure behind a greenhouse on the outskirts of the fishing village of Grindavik. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

From tropics to tundra: why Filipinos are flocking to Iceland

More than 2,600 Filipinos live in Iceland, a nation of just 393,000, drawn by better pay and a new start in a land of ice – and opportunity.

Hong Kong transport

Cathay apologises over 54-hour delay to flight going from Toronto to Hong Kong

Flight was diverted to Iceland so passenger could receive urgent medical help, and returned to Toronto due to crew flying hour limits.

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SCMP Highlights

Recap | Seventh eruption in a year for Iceland volcano – stunning pictures

Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula volcano erupts again, with lava flowing towards the famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, a major tourist attraction.

A new volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula. Photo: AP
Fame and celebrity

Where is the Icelandic ‘Queen of Experimental Pop’ Björk in 2024?

‘Queen of Experimental Pop’ Björk has 11 studio albums and countless tours under her belt – so what has she been up to in recent years?

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“Queen of Experimental Pop” Björk has 11 studio albums and countless tours under her belt – so what has she been up to in recent years? Photo: @bjork/Instagram
Business of climate change

Swiss unicorn makes green investment pitch to Hong Kong investors

Climeworks, the builder of the world’s largest carbon capture plant, is seeking investors for ambitious multibillion-dollar ventures.

Iceland headed for early election after coalition collapses

Prime minister said there were disagreements between the three governing parties on issues regarding asylum seekers and energy.

Luxury Hotels

Review | The Reykjavik Edition: true luxury in the heart of Iceland’s capital

We checked in to Iceland’s gorgeous Reykjavik Edition, and found its location in the trendy Old Harbour neighbourhood to be the ideal base from which to explore the city – and beyond.

The view from The Roof at The Reykjavik Edition hotel in Iceland. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong policeman dies, wife hurt in Iceland when car crashes into river

Icelandic police tell the Post man lost control of rental car on gravel path, crashing into Fossa River in north of country.

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The couple rented a car in Iceland and one of them was driving when the accident occurred, a source said. Photo: Shutterstock
High Jewellery

Creative director Claire Choisne reveals the inspo behind recent Boucheron collections

Choisne describes defying convention and adventuring in Iceland for the water-inspired Or Bleu, while More is More arose from a post-pandemic moment and Histoire de Style is drawn more from the brand’s archives

Video | Tourist in Iceland killed in ice cave collapse

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