Iceland bids farewell to glacier
Icelandic officials, activists and others have said goodbye to what once was a glacier, with poetry, moments of silence and political speeches about the urgent need to fight climate change.
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Parent patrol helps cut down teenage drinking in Iceland
Parents all over Iceland’s capital embark on a two-hour evening walk around their neighbourhood every weekend, checking on youth hangouts as a 10pm curfew approaches.
Iceland goes bananas after plastic-free packaging woes
Iceland boss Richard Walker has admitted the group still has a “mountain to climb” on its plastic-free pledge after it was forced back to the drawing board on two key trials.
Exploring Iceland in the Nissan Navara
Iceland. It’s a country which, to many, will represent icy plains and sub-zero temperatures; snow-drenched mountains and the northern lights. But in summer time, it springs into life with wild rivers and vast forests making the freezing winter feel like a distant memory.
Iceland issues recall notice over fears chicken dippers may contain ‘hard plastic’
A supermarket chain has issued a recall notice for packs of crispy chicken dippers.
Kate supports campaign to encourage children to become backyard nature guardians
The Duchess of Cambridge is supporting a new campaign aimed at encouraging children to become the next generation of environmental guardians.
Supermarket in bid to sell alcohol for longer at two north-east stores
A supermarket chain could find out tomorrow if it can sell alcohol for longer at two of its north-east branches.
Iceland annual earnings slide on ‘disappointing’ first-half performance
Iceland has reported a slump in full-year earnings after it was weighed down by a “disappointing” performance in the first half of the year.
Iceland milk bottles to raise sepsis awareness
Sepsis warnings are to be included on milk bottles at supermarket Iceland in a bid to raise awareness of the life-threatening condition.
Australia’s Eurovision pick finds taste of victory ‘tempting’ but ‘distracting’
The Australian entry in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest has said she finds the prospect of winning “obviously tempting, but also distracting”.
Australia and Iceland qualify for Eurovision final but Finland snubbed
Iceland’s Hatari and Australia’s Kate Miller-Heidke have qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest’s grand final following a high-energy semi-final in Tel Aviv.
Iceland’s techno-punks Hatari shock during first Eurovision live semi-final
Iceland’s Eurovision Song Contest entry made a shocking semi-final debut as they performed in leather and latex against a backdrop of pyrotechnics.
Sonar sounds cause whales to stop feeding and flee, study finds
Sonar from navy ships can affect the behaviour of beaked whales from a longer distance than first thought, research has suggested.
Scotland’s women beat Iceland 4-1 at Algarve Cup
Scotland's women recorded a 4-1 win over Iceland at the Algarve Cup - with Mintlaw star Kim Little scoring one of the goals.
Cruises to Russia, Iceland and Norway to set sail from new Aberdeen Harbour
Cruise passengers will soon be able to travel direct from Aberdeen on six new routes including Russia.
Watch: ‘National treasure’ tapestry brings to life stories of Scottish heritage
A world-famous tapestry is going on show in a north-east town.
Major recall over fears frozen veg on sale at Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Aldi and Tesco could be contaminated with deadly Listeria
A major recall of 43 frozen vegetable products - including some on sale at Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Sainsbury's - has been issued over fears it may contain a deadly bacteria.
‘We don’t fear Messi and we can beat Argentina’ says former Don Arnason
Kari Arnason insists Iceland don’t fear Lionel Messi and are capable of shocking Argentina.
Preview: Deeply moving tale of seaman to be performed in Aberdeen
A Gripping show based on a true story will move Aberdeen audiences.
Kari Arnason keen to stay at Dons after starring for Iceland in World Cup
Icelandic cap Kari Arnason today confirmed he wants to sign an extended contract with Aberdeen.
Arnason knows it will be tough but says Dons aiming to stay in race
Pittodrie's Iceman Kari Arnason is confident the Dons can keep the heat on Celtic’s “Invincibles” in the Premiership.
Arnason – I hope McInnes is still at Aberdeen when I return from Iceland duty
Icelandic cap Kari Arnason has jetted to the Persian Gulf on international duty for 10 days and hopes boss Derek McInnes is still at Pittodrie when he returns.
McInnes backs Kari to keep the red flag flying for Aberdeen at World Cup showpiece in Russia
Dons boss Derek McInnes today insisted Kari Arnason can use Aberdeen to ensure he goes to the World Cup on a high.
Aberdeen boss McInnes delighted to see defender Arnason go to World Cup with Iceland
Dons boss Derek McInnes expressed his pleasure at seeing Kari Arnason qualify for the 2018 World Cup with Iceland.
Iceland flourish while Scotland stagnate and Dons legend Bett can’t see situation improving in time to boost Euro 2020 bid
Iceland, population 334,252, are going to the World Cup next summer ... Scotland, population 5,404,700 – are not.
Willie Miller: Arnason can give a lift at Pittodrie if Iceland make World Cup
Aberdeen defender Kari Arnason could return to Pittodrie this week having secured World Cup qualification with Iceland.
McIntosh: Iceland move has shown me facilities are far ahead of Scotland
Scottish football is being held back by a lack of suitable facilities to help players improve compared with other European countries, according to former Peterhead player Leighton McIntosh.
Arnason back at Dons and aiming to help bring silverware to Pittodrie
Kari Arnason is aiming to have a run in Europe and win trophies after re-joining the Dons.
Aberdeen re-sign midfielder Kari Arnason
Aberdeen have re-signed Icelandic midfielder Kari Arnason. The 34-year-old has signed a one year deal with the Pittodrie side after being released by Cypriot side AC Omonia Nicosia. Kari was originally with Aberdeen during the 2011-2012 season when he became a hugely popular figure among the Red Army. More to follow.
Exclusive: ‘I would love return to Dons’ says Kari Arnason
Kari Arnason today revealed he wants to return to Aberdeen.