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The news on Heimildin covers a range of topics including a murder case potentially linked to the US healthcare system, a comparison of Iceland's and Ireland's economic trajectories with the EU, Iceland's ability to meet international nature conservation commitments outside the EU, and a discussion…

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"The Ordinary Guy" Who Became a Murderer ↗

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A murder case against Luigi Mangione centers on the profit-driven US healthcare system. Mangione, previously appearing as an ordinary and 'bright guy' after a spinal injury, decided to murder the CEO of a health insurance company.

Icelanders Must Avoid the "British Sickness" ↗

Comparing Ireland's economic boom after joining the EU with Britain's departure, this article questions the EU's role in Ireland's success and the divergent paths of the two neighboring countries.

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