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The front page of Heimildin, an Icelandic news website, features a mix of domestic and international news. Top stories include an analysis of an election advertisement concerning Iceland's relationship with the EU, a statement from a politician regarding actions against Israeli settlers, a comment…
An advertisement under the 'Thjodmal' media label, aired on RUV, was ordered under the identity of 'Afram Island'. The ad warned of dangers from an EU power cable, referencing a cable to Cyprus.
Gerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir announces actions against Israeli settlers, with twelve countries signing a declaration to this effect.
Kristrún discusses Trump's rhetoric, calling it an insult to Icelanders.
PISA results show that more than a quarter of students do not achieve basic proficiency in any subject area.
Gunnar Þór Gestsson, who sold his company to Origo, argues that capital gains and corporate taxes go primarily to the state, not local municipalities.
Þóra Jakobína Olsen Hrafnsdóttir received a question she couldn't answer, prompting a life change after reflection.
Erik Jensen sold his family's business, B. Jensen, and describes the significant change from working constantly to selling the company.
Hannes Hólmsteinn Gissurarson writes about misinformation regarding Brexit, responding to a report by Follow the Money.
The article notes that the US President has previously 'marked' countries like Venezuela, Greenland, and Canada with the US flag to signify American territory.
Taxes on transport, tourism, and banking are proposed to fund a balanced budget, alongside a 44 billion ISK cut. Iceland aims to escape high interest rates.
The UN demands accountability from the US government after 23 individuals died in US immigration custody within the year.
