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Back in the Skies: Czech Gripens Patrol Iceland Again
CZDEFENCE
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Defense Minister Jana Černochová recently visited Czech soldiers in Iceland, where they are currently serving as part of an alliance mission. The Czech Air Force began its mission in Iceland at the end of May this year. Five JAS-39 Gripen fighter...
Irish Police Arrive in Iceland for Jón Þröstur Case
Iceland Review
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June 23, 2025
Five Irish police officers arrived in Iceland yesterday to assist in the questioning of 45 Icelandic citizens regarding the 2019 disappearance of Jón Þröstur Jónsson in Dublin. The joint effort follows renewed cooperation between Icelandic and...
Play to shut Icelandic hub and shift entire fleet to Malta under takeover plan
FlightGlobal
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Budget carrier Play is poised to shut down its transatlantic operation and transfer its entire fleet to Malta, as part of a proposed takeover bid. Two shareholders in Play – its chief executive and vice-chair – are seeking to acquire the entire...
United flight from San Francisco to Rome diverted to Iceland
NBC Bay Area - California
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June 23, 2025
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Rome was diverted to Iceland Sunday due to a mechanical issue, according to the airline. The San Francisco Chronicle reported the Boeing 777-200ER suddenly descended to 21,000 feet and pilots...
What now for Saudi sides? Plus: Man Utd's new Mbeumo bid, England penalty drama and more
The New York Times
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July 18, 2025
The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox. Hello! As yet, foreign investors haven’t crossed the border into Saudi Arabian football, but that’s about to...
Malaysia signs economic partnership deal with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
The Malaysian Star
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June 23, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states have signed an economic partnership agreement, opening a new chapter for Malaysia’s trade, investment and economic relations with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and...
Business : Malaysia Signs Economic Partnership Deal With Switzerland, Norway, Iceland And Liechtenstein
Bernama
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June 23, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states have signed an economic partnership agreement, opening a new chapter for Malaysia’s trade, investment and economic relations with Switzerland,...
Revealed: The Top 10 US Routes With The Most Boeing 737 MAX 8 Flights
Simple Flying
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July 18, 2025
The US has Boeing 737 MAX 8 flights by nearly 20 airlines. With 62% of the services, Cirium Diio data for August shows that Southwest is utterly dominant. That's hardly surprising: ch-aviation indicates it has 274 frames. The MAX 8 will have 2,130...
Our pick of the eight best cruises for both hot and cold weather – from Caribbean sailings to Icelandic glacier tours
The Sun
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June 23, 2025
WE’RE enjoying record-breaking temperatures right here in the UK, with the Met Office declaring an official heatwave. The joy of a cruise is you can choose to sail into warm OR cold waters, depending on whether you are an ardent sun-worshipper or...
Lagos govt seals Iceland beach, 181 others over encroachment
Daily Post
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June 23, 2025
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, has sealed two relaxation centres as well as 180 other buildings in the Okun-Ajah, Eti-Osa axis of the State. The relaxation centres, Timeless Beach and...
Flight From SFO to Rome Diverted to Iceland For Mechanical Issue
SFist - California
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June 23, 2025
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Rome had to be diverted Sunday after an unexplained mechanical issue, making an emergency landing eight hours into the flight. United Flight 507 from SFO to Rome took off at 5:03 pm Sunday and...
Team guide No 2: Iceland aiming to win their group
The Guardian
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June 23, 2025
This article is part of the Guardian’s Euro 2025 Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 16 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is running previews from two teams each day in the run-up to the...
Euro 2025: Iceland team guide – tactical coaching and Champions League experience give an edge
The Athletic
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June 22, 2025
Iceland’s women’s national team has been a regular at the European Championship since 2009. Their best finish was a successful quarter-final run in 2013. In its most recent showing at Euro 2022 in England, Iceland failed to make it out of the...
WWE-Style Wrestling Comes to Iceland
Iceland Review
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June 22, 2025
The Icelandic Combat Theatre (ICT) was founded earlier this year, marking the nation’s first mixed martial arts club. Viktor Sigursveinsson, one of ICT’s founders, spoke to local media about how attitudes towards mixed martial arts in Iceland are...
Driving with Elfis | The Funny Safety Series Set in Iceland
Iceland Review
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June 21, 2025
Iceland’s roads are beautiful, but they can also be treacherous, especially for first-time visitors. The truth of the matter is, driving here requires a bit of a different mindset then what you might have at home. Thankfully, there are many ways...
Katz’s Deli is a mecca for food influencers — it kills me to see them butcher its good name By PJ Grisar 4 min read
Forward
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July 18, 2025
Katz’s Deli is an institution. Food TikTokers should get its name right. Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images By PJ Grisar July 18, 2025 Given the opportunity to spam your inboxes as part of a rotating group of Forward staffers, I spent a good while...
France vs Germany Prediction: Women’s Euro 2025 Quarter-Final Preview
The Analyst
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July 18, 2025
France are set for a quarter-final showdown against the most-decorated team in Women’s Euros history, with the winner securing a place in the last four. We preview the clash with our France vs Germany Prediction. France vs Germany Stats: The Key...
Sheepish view of Iceland
Plains Producer
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June 22, 2025
Andrew Parker This week’s Over the Fence comes directly from Iceland where I have been examining the condition of Icelandic livestock, mainly sheep, which have recently lambed (twins are common). The rules around agistment here appear much...
How an Icelandic Concert Inspired Led Zeppelin’s ‘Immigrant Song’
104.5 KDAT - Iowa
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June 22, 2025
There are lots of mystical and moving metaphors to be found in Led Zeppelin songs, but when Robert Plant sang about coming from the land of ice and snow in "Immigrant Song," he meant it literally. "Immigrant Song" appeared on Led Zeppelin's 1970...
Yellow Weather Alert as Strong Winds Hit South Iceland
Iceland Review
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June 21, 2025
South and Southeast Iceland are under yellow weather warnings due to powerful southerly winds. The alerts, issued by the Icelandic Meteorological Office, remain in effect until midnight. Wind speeds of 15 to 20 m/s have been reported near...