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The news from Heimildin on October 13, 2026, covers a range of domestic and international topics. Domestically, a significant story focuses on the ongoing labor dispute between Efling and SA, with the Efling union leader expressing a complete loss of trust. Internationally, news includes a report…

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Solveig Anna: "Trust is now completely gone" ↗

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The head of Efling states that trust between Efling and the director of the Confederation of Icelandic Enterprise has been broken after negotiations with VR. She accuses the director of using tricky politics.

Digger digs the grave of the Warner brothers ↗

The film 'Digger' is described as a must-see for film enthusiasts, despite critical reviews, and explores the value of art against financial powers, with a billionaire linked to Donald Trump buying a film studio.

Despite 'no,' we naturally don't close off Europe ↗

The Prime Minister states that the result of the referendum will be respected, but closing off Europe or undermining the EEA agreement is out of the question, even as the opposition seeks confirmation of the accession application status.

K-curve economy ↗

Inflation was not caused by wages and spending of the lower part of the K-leg in the economy, but by the actions of the business sector and the public sector.

Right and wrong about the rent cap ↗

The government's rent cap bill sets a limit on rent increases based on the consumer price index. Stefán Ólafsson claims it can reduce inflation and improve the situation for renters.

Fears of a policy change at DR ↗

Danish actors, directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and others working on dramas for Danish television (DR) fear a policy change under a new director, with less emphasis expected on high-quality drama series.

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