Iceland

Country Iceland
Capital Reykjavik
Continent Europe
Currency Icelandic króna(ISK)
Languages Icelandic

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Settled by Norwegian and Celtic (Scottish and Irish) immigrants during the late 9th and 10th centuries A.D., Iceland boasts the world's oldest functioning legislative assembly, the Althing, established in 930. Independent for over 300 years, Iceland was subsequently ruled by Norway and Denmark. Fallout from the Askja volcano of 1875 devastated the Icelandic economy and caused widespread famine. Over the next quarter century, 20% of the island's population emigrated, mostly to Canada and the US. Limited home rule from Denmark was granted in 1874 and complete independence attained in 1944. The second half of the 20th century saw substantial economic growth driven primarily by the fishing industry. The economy diversified greatly after the country joined the European Economic Area in 1994, but Iceland was especially hard hit by the global financial crisis in the years following 2008. Literacy, longevity, and social cohesion are first rate by world standards.

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Icelandair: Strong market demand to and from Iceland, with the number of passengers up by 20% - TradingViewIcelandair: Strong market demand to and from Iceland, with the number of passengers up by 20%  TradingView

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After visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips - Business InsiderAfter visiting 2 of Iceland's famous lagoons, there's only one I'd return to on future trips  Business Insider

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Switzerland 2-0 Iceland (Jul 6, 2025) Game Analysis - ESPNSwitzerland 2-0 Iceland (Jul 6, 2025) Game Analysis  ESPN

Women’s EURO 2025: Finland beats 10-woman Iceland 1-0 in opener - SportstarWomen’s EURO 2025: Finland beats 10-woman Iceland 1-0 in opener  Sportstar

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Women's Euro 2025: Hosts Switzerland beat Iceland to boost qualification hopes - BBCWomen's Euro 2025: Hosts Switzerland beat Iceland to boost qualification hopes  BBC

Iceland 0-1 Finland: Women’s Euro 2025 opener – as it happened - The GuardianIceland 0-1 Finland: Women’s Euro 2025 opener – as it happened  The Guardian

Iceland Trade Gap Narrows in June - TradingViewIceland Trade Gap Narrows in June  TradingView

Icelandic partnership between Síminn and HBO - Broadband TV NewsIcelandic partnership between Síminn and HBO  Broadband TV News

Switzerland v Iceland LIVE - Euro 2025 latest as Swiss have goal ruled out by VAR after Icelanders hit woodwork in opening minute of Group A match - TNT SportsSwitzerland v Iceland LIVE - Euro 2025 latest as Swiss have goal ruled out by VAR after Icelanders hit woodwork in opening minute of Group A match  TNT Sports

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Iceland’s Glaciers Are Shrinking: What's the Risk to Tourism? - SkiftIceland’s Glaciers Are Shrinking: What's the Risk to Tourism?  Skift

Swiss keep knockout hopes alive as Iceland exit - Inside World FootballSwiss keep knockout hopes alive as Iceland exit  Inside World Football

Development Co-operation Profiles: Iceland - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Iceland  OECD

This New Iceland Lagoon Features Cascading Pools, Tiered Hot Springs, and Foraged, Local Cuisine - AFARThis New Iceland Lagoon Features Cascading Pools, Tiered Hot Springs, and Foraged, Local Cuisine  AFAR

UEFA Women's EURO 2025: 14,000 Switzerland and Iceland fans set a phenomenal new record for the largest fan walk in the history of the championships. - Olympics.comUEFA Women's EURO 2025: 14,000 Switzerland and Iceland fans set a phenomenal new record for the largest fan walk in the history of the championships.  Olympics.com

Women’s EURO 2025 Daily — July 6th: Norway vs. Finland; Switzerland vs. Iceland - Bavarian Football WorksWomen’s EURO 2025 Daily — July 6th: Norway vs. Finland; Switzerland vs. Iceland  Bavarian Football Works

Iceland: Selected Issues - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Iceland: Selected Issues  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Climate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies - World Weather AttributionClimate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies  World Weather Attribution

Spain, Iceland, France, Turkey, Croatia, United States Tourism News WTTC Highlights Smart Planning as Key to Balancing Growth and Preservation in Popular Travel Spots - Travel And Tour WorldSpain, Iceland, France, Turkey, Croatia, United States Tourism News WTTC Highlights Smart Planning as Key to Balancing Growth and Preservation in Popular Travel Spots  Travel And Tour World

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BioMar appoints first employee for its Icelandic salmon farming venture - intrafish.comBioMar appoints first employee for its Icelandic salmon farming venture  intrafish.com

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How to Watch Switzerland vs Iceland: Live Stream UEFA Women's EURO 2025, TV Channel - NewsweekHow to Watch Switzerland vs Iceland: Live Stream UEFA Women's EURO 2025, TV Channel  Newsweek

Iceland travel - Lonely PlanetIceland travel  Lonely Planet

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Switzerland vs. Iceland UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Highlights | FOX Soccer - FOX SportsSwitzerland vs. Iceland UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Highlights | FOX Soccer  FOX Sports

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News: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025 - NATONews: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025  NATO

Euro 2025: Host Switzerland’s late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland - KOB.comEuro 2025: Host Switzerland’s late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland  KOB.com

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Daily recap: Iceland salmon farm raises €28m; US panga market grapples with uncertainty - Undercurrent NewsDaily recap: Iceland salmon farm raises €28m; US panga market grapples with uncertainty  Undercurrent News

Euro 2025: Host Switzerland's Late Goals Secure 2-0 Win Over Iceland - FOX SportsEuro 2025: Host Switzerland's Late Goals Secure 2-0 Win Over Iceland  FOX Sports

Switzerland keep EURO 2025 hopes alive with win over Iceland - TribalFootballSwitzerland keep EURO 2025 hopes alive with win over Iceland  TribalFootball

Iceland vs Finland UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group A preview: Where to watch, kick-off time, predicted line-ups - UEFA.comIceland vs Finland UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Group A preview: Where to watch, kick-off time, predicted line-ups  UEFA.com

National, local fellowships fund Ohio public teachers’ research in Iceland - Toledo BladeNational, local fellowships fund Ohio public teachers’ research in Iceland  Toledo Blade

Fancy a Digsy’s Dinner? Prezzo and Iceland are offering free "lasaaaaagnaaa" to Oasis fans - NMEFancy a Digsy’s Dinner? Prezzo and Iceland are offering free "lasaaaaagnaaa" to Oasis fans  NME

2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972 - World Trade Organization2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972  World Trade Organization

Kosola’s corker gets Finland off and running at Euro 2025 after Iceland see red - The GuardianKosola’s corker gets Finland off and running at Euro 2025 after Iceland see red  The Guardian

Bought a camper and plans to travel around Iceland this summer - Iceland Monitor - mbl.isBought a camper and plans to travel around Iceland this summer - Iceland Monitor  mbl.is

Switzerland 2-0 Iceland highlights: Géraldine Reuteler and Alayah Pilgrim spark home joy to end opponents' hopes at Women's EURO 2025 - UEFA.comSwitzerland 2-0 Iceland highlights: Géraldine Reuteler and Alayah Pilgrim spark home joy to end opponents' hopes at Women's EURO 2025  UEFA.com

Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

Iceland country profile - BBCIceland country profile  BBC

Euro 2025: Kosola's goal secures Finland's 1-0 win over Iceland in tournament opener - Yahoo SportsEuro 2025: Kosola's goal secures Finland's 1-0 win over Iceland in tournament opener  Yahoo Sports

Women’s EURO 2025 Daily — July 2nd: Iceland vs. Finland; Switzerland vs. Norway - Bavarian Football WorksWomen’s EURO 2025 Daily — July 2nd: Iceland vs. Finland; Switzerland vs. Norway  Bavarian Football Works

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Women's EUROs: Switzerland vs Iceland underway - OneFootballWomen's EUROs: Switzerland vs Iceland underway  OneFootball

Where to stream Switzerland vs. Iceland UEFA Women’s Euro match today - MLive.comWhere to stream Switzerland vs. Iceland UEFA Women’s Euro match today  MLive.com

Photographer Sends Up His Drone to Capture Iceland’s Unique Geothermal Landscape - PetaPixelPhotographer Sends Up His Drone to Capture Iceland’s Unique Geothermal Landscape  PetaPixel

"Belonging to a community where everyone knows everyone is wonderful" - Iceland Monitor"Belonging to a community where everyone knows everyone is wonderful"  Iceland Monitor

I'm a psychology expert in Iceland, one of the world's happiest countries—our No. 1 secret is this 'ancient' mindset - CNBCI'm a psychology expert in Iceland, one of the world's happiest countries—our No. 1 secret is this 'ancient' mindset  CNBC

Preview: Switzerland W vs Iceland Women - prediction, team - Sports MolePreview: Switzerland W vs Iceland Women - prediction, team  Sports Mole

Geraldine Reuteler's goal gives Switzerland the lead over Iceland - FOX SportsGeraldine Reuteler's goal gives Switzerland the lead over Iceland  FOX Sports

Hannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an ‘enthralling’ murderer - The ConversationHannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an ‘enthralling’ murderer  The Conversation

Aberdeen buy Iceland youth Kjartansson from Stjarnan - BBCAberdeen buy Iceland youth Kjartansson from Stjarnan  BBC

From Iceland — The Summer Ring Road: Around Iceland In 12 Days - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — The Summer Ring Road: Around Iceland In 12 Days  The Reykjavik Grapevine

Internationals | Belloumou's Algeria up and running, Brynjarsdóttir starts for Iceland - West Ham UnitedInternationals | Belloumou's Algeria up and running, Brynjarsdóttir starts for Iceland  West Ham United

Beney stars as Switzerland edge past Iceland - OneFootballBeney stars as Switzerland edge past Iceland  OneFootball

Why Icelanders are happier than ever - BBCWhy Icelanders are happier than ever  BBC

From Iceland — Put Down Your Phone And Take Off Your Pants - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — Put Down Your Phone And Take Off Your Pants  The Reykjavik Grapevine

Record-breaking heat wave due to climate change hits Iceland & Greenland: Scientists - MongabayRecord-breaking heat wave due to climate change hits Iceland & Greenland: Scientists  Mongabay

Spring Heat Wave in Iceland - NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)Spring Heat Wave in Iceland  NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)

Women's EURO 2025 Group A guide: Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Finland - UEFA.comWomen's EURO 2025 Group A guide: Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Finland  UEFA.com

Switzerland banish ‘almost’ tag to claim Women’s Euro 2025 lift-off - The IndependentSwitzerland banish ‘almost’ tag to claim Women’s Euro 2025 lift-off  The Independent

Swiss beat Iceland to keep alive Women's Euro knockout hopes - supersport.comSwiss beat Iceland to keep alive Women's Euro knockout hopes  supersport.com

Iceland's Ring Road itinerary: 7 days around the island - Lonely PlanetIceland's Ring Road itinerary: 7 days around the island  Lonely Planet

Euro 2025: Host Switzerland's late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland - The Lufkin Daily NewsEuro 2025: Host Switzerland's late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland  The Lufkin Daily News

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Euro 2025: Host Switzerland's late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland - galvnews.comEuro 2025: Host Switzerland's late goals secure 2-0 win over Iceland  galvnews.com

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Iceland itineraries: 4 routes around the country - Lonely PlanetIceland itineraries: 4 routes around the country  Lonely Planet