Authorities in Iceland declared a state of emergency after a series of powerful earthquakes rocked the country's southwestern Reykjanes peninsula. Experts believe that the recent quakes could be a precursor to a volcanic eruption.

Nearly 4000 evacuate as 800 tremors strike Iceland, probability of eruption remains high

A town has been rapidly sinking in Iceland as roads and buildings are torn apart by gaping chasms, and magma collects only a few hundred metres beneath the surface as the chances of a volcanic eruption increase.

Situation may worsen in Iceland's sinking town, lava likely to flow from fissures for weeks, warn experts

Iceland is bracing itself for a volcanic eruption in the coming days. Experts warn if an eruption does happen the Icelandic town of Grindavik will be completly destroyed and will lead to extensive ash clouds.

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Around 800 tremors strike Iceland, probability| of eruption remains high

Iceland braces for volcanic eruption | Around 800 tremors strike Iceland

Authorities in Iceland on Friday (Nov 10) declared a state of emergency after a series of powerful earthquakes rocked the country's southwestern Reykjanes peninsula. Experts believe that the recent quakes could be a precursor to a volcanic eruption.

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Iceland is preparing for a possible volcanic eruption after the nation was rattled by a series of earthquakes which has since prompted officials to declare a state of emergency.

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Iceland prepares for volcanic eruption, 900 tremors recorded on November 13

Iceland is preparing for a possible volcanic eruption following a series of around 800 earthquakes in 14 hours. While fears around the impending eruption are high, a sinkhole has now been discovered under an Iceland town that was evacuated over the weekend.

Volcano fears: Sinkhole under Iceland town adds to panic, indicates magma tunnel very close to surface

Iceland on edge: Seismic activity subsides, but volcanic threat looms

Authorities in Iceland on Friday (Nov 10) declared a state of emergency after a series of powerful earthquakes rocked the country's southwestern Reykjanes peninsula.

Over 20,000 tremors since late Oct: Iceland declares state of emergency over volcanic eruption threat

Women across Iceland, along with the nation's Prime Minister, on Tuesday (Oct 24) will go on a strike. The huge strike is part of a campaign pushing for gender equality in the nation.

Iceland PM to join thousands of women for 'Kvennafrí', a strike for gender equality

Iceland is often celebrated as a global leader in gender equality, but the reality on the ground paints a different picture. Despite its impressive record, women in some Icelandic jobs still earn 21% less than men. A massive women's strike has been planned in the country for Tuesday, one that will see its female Prime Minister, Katrín Jakobsdóttir, joining in solidarity. The question that arises is whether the Icelandic leader's support is enough, or if it is mere tokenism.

Iceland's PM a hypocrite? Dark side of Iceland's Gender Equality success

Iceland is facing a tourism boom. The increased tourism in the Nordic island nation is heavily impacting its pristine wilderness. Now, in a move to protect its environment and natural beauty, the nation's authorities have decided to shift to taxing tourism.

Tourism boom in Iceland heavily impacting its wilderness

After stretching a ban on hunting the fin whales for a whole two-months, Iceland is all set to resume whaling this week, but, with an all-new set of 'killing' guidelines.

Iceland allows whaling to resume in massive step backwards

The first European nation to do so, Iceland, announced on Tuesday that it has halted operations at its embassy in Moscow due to "all-time low" levels of business, cultural, and political ties between the two countries.

Iceland suspends embassy operations in Russia

Iceland: Molten lava flows down a volcano in Reykjavik

A volcano has erupted near Iceland's capital city of Reykjavik. The eruption took place following intense earthquake activity in the area. This is as per Iceland's meteorological office. According to the service and research division at the Iceland meteorological office, the eruption was very small, with no direct imminent hazard to people living within the region.

Volcano smoke seen billowing over skyline of Iceland's capital

Iceland's government said Tuesday it was suspending this year's whale hunt until the end of August due to animal welfare concerns, and in all likelihood bringing the controversial practice to a historic end.

Iceland suspends whale hunting on animal welfare concerns after video shows five-hour agony

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal in his 200th cap for Portugal as Roberto Martinez's side thumped 10-man Iceland 1-0 in the Euro 2024 qualifiers on June 20. The win ensured that Portugal remain unbeaten in Group J with 12 points from four games.

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Cristiano Ronaldo scores 123rd goal in Guinness record 200th match for Portugal - WATCH

Hundreds of curious visitors flock to see Iceland's volcano show is a hit. Take a look!

Iceland's Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir has published her first thriller novel titled 'Reykjavik'. Jakobsdóttir, a crime fiction fan, has reportedly written the book with her close friend Ragnar Ragnar Jónasson, the Icelandic bestselling author of the 'Dark Iceland' series.

Iceland PM publishes her first crime thriller novel 

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