Iceland Dream Factory With Volcanoes, Glaciers and Government Grants
by Iceland has a long history of filmmaking, yet the country’s first feature film wasn’t created until 1949. The first Icelandic motion picture I saw was …
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Iceland Will Not Be Ruled By Terror
As I sit by the window and contemplate the peaceful Westfjords on a beautiful autumn day, I wonder if the peace and safety of our …
Surviving Winter Together
Last night, a strong gale has blown over the western part of Iceland. The sea level has been high and water has flooded many parts …
Rules, Restrictions and Human Behavior
Why is it difficult for Icelanders to follow rules and restrictions? This question was asked recently when one of Iceland’s top political leaders did not …
Under The US Influence
Iceland and the USA have strong ties that were created at the end of the second world war. There is a reason why the presidential …