Hope for Good Weather for Solar Eclipse in West Iceland ↗
Front page leadAn organizer of a Solar Eclipse event in Hellissandur is using a controversial weather machine in hopes of favorable conditions.
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The news from Heimildin covers a range of domestic and international topics. Domestically, there are stories on weather manipulation for a solar eclipse event, a high-income list, and a legal case involving an assault. Internationally, reports touch on a former judge becoming Hungary's president…
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Högni Released from Colombian Prison ↗
Högni Kjartan Þorkelsson, accused in Colombia of sexual assault against a 16-year-old girl, was released from custody in July after the victim's testimony changed. His lawyer hopes the case will be dismissed.
Better Shelter in the EU? ↗
Audunn Arnórsson poses the question of whether the EU provides better protection for smaller nations.
Darkness in August 18: The Clergyman Sees a Total Eclipse ↗
This story, part of a series on eclipses, focuses on a clergyman's perspective on a total solar eclipse.
Is it Suspicious That an EU Surveillance Ship is in Reykjavík Harbor? ↗
Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson of the Centre Party questions the presence of an EU surveillance ship in Reykjavík harbor, while authorities state it regularly visits for fishing inspection.
Iceland Part of American Oilmen's Plan for Greenland ↗
A US company linked to Donald Trump plans to drill for oil in Greenland without a permit, with media personality Dr. Phil involved and equipment being transported through Iceland by Halliburton.
"Small States Need Shelter" ↗
Gunnhildur Lilý Magnúsdóttir, an associate professor, emphasizes learning from the experiences of small states in the EU to understand Iceland's position regarding potential accession talks.
Sentimentality or Pessimism? ↗
Flóki Dagsson discusses how opposing factions try to appeal to young voters in the lead-up to a referendum.
Companies Have Completely Reneged on Commitments ↗
The chairman of VR states that companies have failed to curb price increases, which are fueling inflation, suggesting a potential recession is imminent.
Two Held in Custody for Assault in Kársnes ↗
Two men, one Icelandic and one foreign national, were remanded in custody on suspicion of assaulting a man in his fifties in Kópavogur, who later died from his injuries.
Judge Sacked by Orbán Elected President of Hungary ↗
András Baka, former Supreme Court president and critic of Viktor Orbán, has been elected president of Hungary, fourteen years after being dismissed from office during Orbán's rule.
Darkness in August 16: Inuit and Hindu Solar Eclipses ↗
This article, part of a series on eclipses, explores solar eclipses from the perspective of Inuit and Hindu traditions.
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