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In the Arctic, the major climate threat of black carbon is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions

A coalition of nations and environmental groups is lobbying the International Maritime Organization to create regulations around black carbon, or soot, that spews from ships and blankets parts of glaciers and snow

The Independent UK

Arctic Fever: new exhibit finds 19th-century parallels to Trump’s Greenland obsession

As far back as 1867, White House officials have viewed Greenland, and Iceland, as having immense strategic value

The Guardian - US

Marco Rubio hurries to drag Donald Trump behind Joe Biden to hide his public boo-boo, unaware that he turned White House into a liar

Thanks for the confirmation, Rubio.

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'Our users deserve better' – PrivadoVPN set to leave Switzerland on privacy grounds

PrivadoVPN told TechRadar it's in the process of moving its operations to Iceland. Here's all we know about the move, and what this means for users.

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Yes, this is a photo – and it just won an award: a mind-blowing aerial shot of Iceland reveals nature's art at its best

This aerial photograph blurs the line between fine art and documentary photography, and it has taken top honors in AAP Magazine's international competition

Digital Camera World

Who is the owner of Greenland: Inside the story of the Viking murderer who named the land and built a lost Norse world

Erik the Red, whose real name was Erik Thorvaldsson, was a daring Viking explorer who famously turned a remote Arctic island into a thriving Norse settlement that endured for hundreds of years. Erik was born in Norway around 950 AD. He earned his fiery nickname because of his bright red…

The Times of India

5 Fun Dog Breeds that Love To Play With Humans

Dogs have long been known as humans’ best friends. They are the perfect companions for people of all ages. Whether children or the elderly, a furry friend can uplift your mood within minutes, wagging their tail and running toward you with a ball when you return home from work tired.…

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Fastest-growing tourism destinations revealed in new UN report - and one is in Europe

According to UN Tourism’s latest World Tourism Barometer, Iceland, Brazil and Egypt are among those seeing double-digit growth in arrivals in 2025.

Euronews

Mike Johnson gets irritated when asked about Trump’s mix up of Iceland and Greenland

‘I cannot even believe you asked me that question,’ Johnson says as Trump repeatedly confused two countries and shows signs of decline

The Independent UK

MAGA Defends Trump Is 'Correct' After He Mixes Up Greenland and Iceland Three Times — 'They're the Same!'

President Trump repeatedly confused Greenland and Iceland in a Davos speech, prompting denial from his press secretary and sharp reaction from global observers.

International Business Times UK

Karoline Leavitt falsely claims Trump didn’t mix up Iceland and Greenland in Davos speech

The president mistook Iceland for Greenland four times during a Wednesday speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos

The Independent UK

‘They called me daddy’: Trump confuses Iceland with Greenland and claims they see him as a father figure

Donald Trump Trump claimed the people of Iceland adore him.

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Gavin Newsom Mocks Trump's 'Remarkably Boring' Speech at Davos: 'Greenland Is So Important He's Calling It Iceland'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom sharply dismissed President Donald Trump's address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, calling it "remarkably boring" and "remarkably insignificant" while ridiculing Trump's repeated comments about Greenland.

Latin Times

Trump Claims Europe Calls Him 'Daddy' in Bizarre Davos Speech

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, U.S. President Donald Trump alleged that until his push for "Iceland" European partners called him "daddy."

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Trump's Bizarre Iceland Mix-Up Fuels Dementia Speculation as Aides Whisper About 'Mental Slippage'

President Donald Trump's repeated confusion over Greenland and Iceland, combined with controversial White House visuals and expert concerns, fuels intense speculation about his mental fitness. Sources include direct video, social media posts, and verified footage.

The Independent UK

Trump appears to confuse Greenland with Iceland in speech on taking territory

President repeats his ambition of taking Danish territory in front of world leaders in Davos, Switzerland

The Independent UK

Trump repeatedly confuses Greenland and Iceland during speech to the world in Davos

Donald Trump has repeatedly mixed up Greenland and Iceland again during a rambling speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday (21 January).

International Business Times UK

'Not Funny:' Trump's Ambassador Nominee Billy Long's Iceland is US '52nd State' Joke Angers Nordic Country

Iceland reacts strongly to a US ambassador nominee's '52nd state' joke, with petitions and official concerns highlighting tensions over Arctic sovereignty and respect.

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The Guardian - UK

Anger in Iceland over incoming US ambassador’s ‘52nd state’ joke

Thousands sign petition calling on Iceland’s foreign minister to reject Trump ally Billy Long’s nomination

The Independent UK

‘Solidarity’ flotilla to Greenland planned by travel firm as Trump proposes land grab

Exclusive: Expert Clive Stacey says news coverage given to the island could boost tourism

Digital Camera World

Spectacular photos of Iceland's volcanic reawakening win two awards as Svartsengi erupts for first time in 783 years

The long-dormant volcanic system returned to life – and this pro photographer captured one of Iceland's most dramatic geological events

The Independent UK

Russian ‘zombie’ tanker sanctioned by US sails through English Channel

The Tavian’s route comes a day after Britain helped US forces capture a Russian-flagged vessel, the Marinera, previously linked to Venezuela, between Iceland and Scotland

Evening Standard

UK was ‘absolutely willing’ to support US in seizing Russian tanker – minister

Douglas Alexander said the ship seized in water between Iceland and Scotland was ‘part of the shadow fleet that funds Russia’s war effort in Ukraine’.

International Business Times UK

WW3 Fears Mount As US Military Captures Russian-Flagged Tanker Near UK Water

Global tensions surge as US forces mobilise to intercept a Russian-flagged tanker near Scotland, prompting Moscow to deploy naval defences and sparking fears of a third world war.

The Independent UK

The best cruises for seeing the total solar eclipse in 2026

Get a front row seat for the solar eclipse from the comfort of a cruise ship

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