There are an estimated 400 people living in slavery in Iceland, according to the Global Slavery Index, published today.
News 2016 - May
‘Kitchen Day Discussion’ in Parliament
In last night’s closing speeches before summer recess in Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament, MPs discussed the main events of the parliamentary session and stressed their policies.
Arrive at KEF Airport Three Hours before Departure
Passengers traveling through Keflavík International Airport tonight through June 3 are asked to show up at the airport three hours before departure while the airport adapts to a new baggage handling system.
Great Weather Expected Later This Week
The weather outlook for Thursday is very warm.
(Mis)guided to Barbecue Party by GPS
The trip of a young, American couple to Þórsmörk, the popular hiking area north of Eyjafjallajökull glacier, ended in an entirely different kind of Þórsmörk in Borgarfjörður, West Iceland, thanks to their GPS.
Iceland Ready to Restrict Airbnb Rentals
Iceland’s plan to restrict Airbnb rentals is the subject of an article in the Guardian today.
Concern about Air Traffic Controllers’ Overtime Ban
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has voiced its concern regarding the consequences of the overtime ban of Icelandic air traffic controllers, according to Morgunblaðið.
Lack of Funding Clogs Toilet Plans
Funding has not yet been guaranteed for installing temporary restroom facilities at various stops along the Ring Road in Iceland, RÚV reports.
Three Tier Judicial System Approved
Today, Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament, passed a bill presented by Minister of the Interior Ólöf Nordal, bringing major changes to the judicial system.
Trump in Tax Trouble with Ties to Iceland
Today, the Telegraph published a story about presidential hopeful Donald Trump and his business dealings with the international real estate company Bayrock Group and the Icelandic investment company FL Group in 2007.