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Business Council recommends selling, merging and closing down various entities

The Business Council has presented recommendations that include the sale, merger, or closure of various entities. This development comes as discussions around the legal form of energy companies have been ongoing.

In legal news, a trial is set for a forklift driver facing charges of manslaughter by negligence following an incident on Lækjargata. Separately, an investigation is actively seeking men involved in discussions about 'The Big Issue,' which is seen as highlighting deep-rooted issues of rape culture in society.

Economically, a list detailing the 3,600 highest earners in the country has been released. Meanwhile, international attention remains on the call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza by the UN Secretary-General, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the capital for discussions on economic and security matters.

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