Mayor speaks on hiring his party colleague ↗
Front page leadSandra Hlíf Ócares, formerly a deputy mayor, has been appointed a project manager in the mayor's office, a move described as not publicly advertised and tied to temporary duties.
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The front page centers on Icelandic domestic politics and governance, highlighting a mayoral leadership move involving a fellow party member, a search for a new event coordinator, and related local governance changes. The page also features a prominent piece about a no-confidence-style moment in…
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No-ward gains the upper hand at the conference ↗
Halldór Benjamin Þorbergsson described a turning point at a year-end conference on Austurvöllur, celebrating the youth vote and a significant shift in public sentiment.
Mayor seeks events coordinator ↗
The Reykjavik city government is looking for an events coordinator to support municipal activities, reflecting ongoing organizational needs at the city administration level.
Norskur samningamaður says SFS is pursuing the wrong objective ↗
A seasoned Norwegian negotiator criticizes how SFS argues for permanent exemptions in fishing agreements, suggesting similar dynamics could apply to Nordic countries.
Travel industry yields high incomes in the South ↗
The tourism sector and Icelandic hospitality businesses contribute to high incomes in the southern region, with several top figures linked to tourism.
Question that unsettles the American system ↗
A simple question exposes weaknesses among officials and judges appointed by the president as the US prepares for November elections outcomes.
Economic gains ‘glow’ despite questions ↗
An economist examines the economic benefits and costs of potential EU membership, noting estimates of Iceland’s net contribution could range across billions annually.
Criticism over taking words out of context ↗
Hvörtur J. Guðmundsson faces harsh criticism online for allegedly taking Kristrún Thorstóttir's remarks out of context.
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