AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWhaling Returns: Iceland has resumed commercial whaling after a two-year pause, with two fin whales killed off the coast in the first days of the hunt—prompting fresh criticism from conservation groups. EU Referendum Pulse: A Gallup poll finds 52% of Icelanders would back reopening EU accession talks if a vote were held now, while 48% would oppose, with support highest among voters under 30. Education & Fees: The University of Iceland reports a first decline in international applications, linking the drop to expectations of tuition fees for non-EEA students. National Opera Moves Ahead: Iceland’s National Opera has appointed six singers for its first full season, including a planned March 2027 premiere of Verdi’s Falstaff. Public Safety Update: Reykjavík police logged 76 incidents overnight, including an alleged assault at a sports bar and reports of attempted school break-ins. Culture Spotlight: The National Gallery of Iceland is hosting two Björk-themed exhibitions, blending masks, audiovisual installations, and new work.
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