Things To Do This Week: Jazz, Opera and Sci-fi Noir

Jazz and autumn are a match made in heaven. That’s why starting the final week of October with a jam night feels right. Other seasonal components include sci-fi/noir films, a thematic pub quiz, and more music. See how your week goes, and let us...

Trump to Frostadóttir: “We will stand by our commitments”

U.S. President Donald Trump told Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir, in an informal conversation, that the United States would continue to honor its defense commitments to Iceland. Frostadóttir confirmed this in an interview with...

Review: WE ARE WATER: A NORTHEAST CELEBRATION at Merrill Auditorium,

We’ve all needed a bit more water this year to ease the drought. But Yo-Yo Ma and friends sought to address the ways of water in a broader context in a just shy of two-hour performance on October 20th in Portland. “We Are Water: A Northeast...

Notes From a Cold Country | Between Great Walls & Glaciers

Provided you keep up with current affairs, you may have read that the President of Iceland, Halla Tómasdóttir, has just paid a visit to China. Given that no Icelandic Head of State has visited the Middle Kingdom in a decade, it’s the sort of news...

Magma volume now greater than before the last eruption

The volume of magma accumulated beneath Svartsengi has now exceeded the level it reached before the most recent eruption, and increased seismic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula over the weekend may indicate that another eruption is approaching....

How to find legal Bitcoin Mining Sites in the US: Quick way to earn passive Crypto income

Why legality matters in Bitcoin Mining Bitcoin mining is no longer just a hobby for tech enthusiasts—it has become a global business. However, for beginners in the United States, one of the biggest challenges is not profitability but legitimacy....

Arctic Circle: Princess Takamado of Japan and U.S. senators among attendees

Over 2,000 participants from nearly 70 countries will take part in the Arctic Circle Assembly, which opens tomorrow, Thursday, at Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavík and runs through Saturday. Among the attendees are ministers and leaders from...

A Different Kind Of Haul

Women-run businesses and organisations you should know about Usually in The Haul, we give you a peek into our shopping bag (or the shopping bag of someone far more interesting than us). This time, instead of diving into the capitalist frenzy, and...

Chico City Council to Discuss Regulations for Electric Scooter and Bike Rentals

CHICO, Calif. — The Chico City Council will discuss implementing regulations that could bring electric bike and scooter rentals to the city. Councilmember Addison Winslow is leading the effort, proposing that Chico adopt clear rules for...

Rosewood Courchevel le Jardin Alpin to Open In December

Opening this December, Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin marks Rosewood’s debut winter resort and its second property in mainland France. Situated within the Jardin Alpin enclave of Courchevel 1850, one of the world’s most iconic ski...

‘Inspirational’ chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies unexpectedly aged 29

Daniel Naroditsky livestreamed his matches on Twitch and YouTube, inspiring a whole new generation of chess players (Picture: AP) Daniel Naroditsky, a chess-playing wunderkind who published a book on the game aged just 14, has died. He was 29....

Quiet Lights Festival announces full programme

All 96FM News & Sport Cork City, 20th – 23rd November 2025. As autumn deepens and Cork’s evenings grow quieter, Islander is proud to share the full programme for Quiet Lights, the city’s much-loved winter festival, returning for its sixth year....

Bears head east looking to ‘ignite the flame’

It’s been tough sledding for the Cal men’s soccer team as of late. The Bears have dropped three straight conference matches and only have one win in their last seven contests. Yet, even with the recent disappointing results, head coach Leonard...

14 Volcanoes Scientists Are Watching Closely (And Why You Should Care)

Volcanoes are nature's most dramatic showpieces, and while their eruptions can be awe-inspiring, they also pose serious threats to nearby communities and global climates. Scientists vigilantly monitor certain volcanoes either for their potential...

Deep in the fjords, cruising’s newest trend takes hold

Norway is the fastest-growing international destination for U.S. tourists, with bookings up 69%, according to Viator. With fjords, northern lights, quaint cities and Europe’s quietest capital, this darling of the cool-weather travel trend welcomes...

Man Utd's path to complete striker transfer clear after he already 'said yes' to move

Ruben Amorim could have a clear sight on signing a player who has been linked with Man United for more than a decade(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA, Getty Images) Ruben Amorim could bolster Manchester United's frontline once more next summer by...

University of Manitoba PhD Graduate Brock Edwards Awarded the 2025 Distinguished Dissertation Award for Research on Mercury Emissions

October 14, 2025 — Dr. Brock Edwards, a recent PhD graduate from the University of Manitoba’s Department of Environment and Geography, is a 2025 Distinguished Dissertation Award winner for his groundbreaking research on mercury emissions from...

Germany and Belgium look set for finals, while France still has work to do

A rat evades the clutches of Belgium's Thibaut Courtois after running onto the pitch during a UEFA World Cup qualifying match in Cardiff, Wales, on Monday. REUTERS Injury-hit France was held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on...

Man United can make audacious transfer swoop for striker who 'said yes' before

Ruben Amorim could complete a transfer that was first mooted during Sir Alex Ferguson's time at Manchester United(Image: Carl Recine, Getty Images) Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim could bolster his attacking options next summer by bringing in...

Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin: A New Era of Alpine Luxury Begins in the French Alps

Opening this December, Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin marks Rosewood's debut winter resort and its second property in mainland France. Situated within the Jardin Alpin enclave of Courchevel 1850, one of the world's most iconic ski...