Iceland to Become First Country Requiring Equal Pay For Women
Iceland's law, which is expected to be passed by 2020, will be the first nationally enforced piece of legislation mandating equal pay for women.
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Stranger Takes Beautiful Photo of Wedding Proposal and Internet Helps Locate Couple
It was a picture perfect engagement photo almost lost forever, until a frantic Internet search paid off.
Check Out This Amazing Drone Footage That Captures the Otherworldly Beauty of Iceland
If you're feeling unusually anxious or stressed out today, soothe yourself by watching this breathtaking bird's eye video of Iceland.
Belugas to Become Residents of the World's First Retirement Home for Ocean Animals in Show Business
These two beluga whales have spent years performing for humans – but soon, they will be the residents of the world's first open sea sanctuary.
This Icelandic Facility is Capturing CO2 Emissions So They Can Turn It All into Stone
This fascinating carbon capture system could be a groundbreaking new tool in the fight against greenhouse gas pollution and climate change.
Photographer Captures Magical Northern Lights Display Swirling Over Icelandic Game of Thrones Mountain
The 49-year-old Englishman was about to give up on ever catching a glimpse of the lights – but then the clouds parted just in time.
Iceland's Volcanoes May Power UK
The volcanoes of Iceland could soon be pumping low-carbon electricity into the UK under government-backed plans for thousands of miles of cables across the ocean floor, taking advantage of abundant geothermal energy there.
Once the Poster-child of Crisis, Iceland Recovers
The economy of Iceland is growing at a clip that has surprised many people. A number of carefully planned steps has brought its fiscal deficit of more than 10 percent back to a near balance.
Iceland Nears Energy Independence With Hydrogen Power
Iceland is creating the world's first hydrogen-based economy, with hydrogen fueling stations and power plants serving all sides of the island.
Five Percent of Iceland's Population Volunteer to Take in Syrian Refugees
When their government offered to only take in 50 refugees,16,000 Icelanders stepped up and volunteered to host individuals and families in their homes.
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