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Heimildin features a mix of domestic and international news, with a focus on Icelandic economic policy, social issues, and cultural events. The top stories include analysis of past central bank interest rates, a memorial event for the victims of nuclear attacks, and a report on the country's…
A study suggests that Iceland's monetary policy deviated significantly from the optimal path before the 2008 financial crisis and after the COVID-19 pandemic, with interest rates generally being too low, complicating economic management.
Peace activists gathered in Reykjavik and five other towns to commemorate the victims of nuclear attacks in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, by lighting candles.
This opinion piece reflects on the significance of the European flag and its presence, implying a connection to European affairs or identity.
An article discussing the strong bargaining power in Iceland's fisheries sector.
A piece exploring themes of darkness and celestial events, possibly a commentary or fictional narrative tied to an eclipse.
Politicians and influencers reacted strongly to news of men arrested by Reykjavik police for weapons offenses; the weapons turned out to be toy guns, but the original posts remained uncorrected.
The police requested assistance to find a man last seen in Vestmannaeyjar, who was subsequently found.
Increased youth unemployment is a concern, with young people expressing worries about future opportunities while employers cite negative experiences with the younger generation.
Dagbjört Skaftadóttir shares her deeply personal experience of losing a child due to pregnancy complications at a young age.
A company managing pension funds' and Islandsbanki's ownership in the PCC silicon plant on Bakki is preparing for the worst-case scenario of the plant's bankruptcy, as it has been inactive for over a year.
Inflation remains persistent despite a cooling economy, and the real value of housing is sharply declining.
This article delves into historical astronomical observations, referencing Babylonian priests and their study of celestial events like lunar eclipses.
Full control over fisheries was a key demand in Iceland's accession negotiations with the European Union.
