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This news front page from Iceland's Heimildin focuses on domestic issues, particularly concerning government and business. Top stories include a debate over new tax tiers for geothermal spas, a political resignation following communication from the Ministry of Social Affairs, and an investigation…
Icelandic spas are experiencing significant growth and profit, but their owners are strongly protesting a proposed change to value-added tax tiers by the government, which would move them to the general tax bracket.
Columnist Sif Sigmarsdottir discusses the 'end of history' concept by Francis Fukuyama, the rise of technocracy, and a perceived animosity towards the European Union.
A significant number of employees at SÁÁ, an Icelandic rehabilitation organization, have signed a declaration of no confidence, citing a very serious situation within the organization.
The head of a rehabilitation council resigned after the Ministry of Social Affairs instructed them not to convene further meetings, indicating a dispute over the council's role in providing expert advice.
A look back at the election campaign, highlighting misleading rhetoric, aggressive debate, and perceived shortcomings of the media following a national referendum on the EU.
An overview of the highest income earners in Iceland, featuring individuals who have sold successful businesses and are looking towards retirement.
In a November 2024 call, then-US President Donald Trump inquired with then-Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson about the possibility of Iceland becoming the 51st state of the United States.
Republicans are looking for successors who can carry forward Donald Trump's MAGA political agenda.
The Competition Authority believes that Siminn's temporary offers for its 'Home Package' between 2019 and 2021 violated competition laws, and the company intends to defend itself.
The deputy leader of the Left-Green Movement writes about the government's budget proposal.
An exploration of TikTok's influence on fashion trends, describing it as a rapid, inexpensive, and habit-forming sales mechanism.
Guðmundur Ingi Kristinnson states his resignation from the People's Party is linked to the manner of his removal from ministerial office while he was seriously ill.
