The treasures of Southeast Iceland.
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The exchange of power in Iceland took place yesterday when the government of Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson formally took over from that of Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir and ministers exchange keys.
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Watch an audio slideshow of how traditional Icelandic rhubarb stew is made. Rhubarb is one of the few vegetables that grows effortlessly in Iceland and for that reason it used to be a highly-valued addition to the traditional diet of fish and lamb.
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Two male lambs were reclaimed by farmer Birgir V. Hauksson at Hella in the rural Mývatn district in Northeast Iceland on Wednesday. They survived the blizzard that struck mountain pastures and the heavy snowfall the region has been subject to since.
The tough young rams were spotted by Andri Karlsson, inhabitant of Reykjahlíð, in the southern slope of Hlíðarfjall when he drove past the mountain. He called skidoo owner Daði Lange Friðriksson, who picked them up, 641.is reports.
Daði commented that the rams were in incredibly good shape given the ordeals they’ve been through. He found it likely that they had become snowed under in September but managed to dig themselves out as markings on their horns indicate.
The lambs are the offspring of the ram Jökull and ewe Spesía from Hella—the ewe was not recovered last autumn and is assumed to be among the around 10,000 sheep that perished in the blizzard. These last two survivors were found after 110 days.
Click here to read more about the catastrophe and damages paid to farmers.
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This year, Iceland Review celebrates its 50th anniversary. In ‘Cover Story’, the magazine’s first editor, Haraldur J. Hamar, recalls its history and discusses the work of its first designer, Gísli B. Björnsson. The issue is packed with colorful articles, ranging from notable artists and athletes to memorable coffee and pancakes at the Reykjavík wharf. Click here to subscribe to Iceland Review and here to look at a selection of pages from the current issue.
REVIEWS
The 11th Reykjavík Shorts & Docs. Catch it while it lasts!
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Artist couple Nína Ivanova and Ómar Smári Kristinsson explain why they decided to settle in the West Fjords’ capital.
Reykjavík Queer Choir’s annual spring concert takes place on Friday, May 24.
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