Ever wondered how to pronounce Icelandic animal names? Probably not. But just in case, this guide will help you navigate some intriguing vocabulary. For instance, “skjaldbaka” combines words for shield and back, uniquely designating a turtle. Similarly, famed poet Jónas Hallgrímsson introduced[...]
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Political Perspective: Five Parties Begin Formal Negotiations For Reykjavík Council
Political negotiations are underway in Reykjavík as five parties— the Socialist Party, Pirate Party, Left-Green Movement, Social Democratic Alliance, and People’s Party—work to rebuild a council majority following the recent collapse of the ruling coalition. Left-Green councillor Líf Magneudóttir emphasized that their[...]
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Norwegian author researches North Dakota’s Most Famous Skier
Norwegian historian Thor Gotaas recently visited Minot to explore the North Dakota chapter of Sondre Norheim’s life. Known as the father of modern skiing, Norheim left Norway in 1884, eventually settling in McHenry County. Gotaas, commissioned to write a book for Norheim’s[...]
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Björk’s Show Of Plenty
Björk’s artistic journey defies conventional boundaries, intertwining concert, theatre, and visual art into an experience like no other. Her recent _Cornucopia_ tour, now immortalized in a concert film, showcases her relentless pursuit of innovation. Featuring unique instruments, a 360-degree soundscape, and stunning[...]
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Public Responds To Iceland Prime Minister’s Call For Ideas Improving Government Efficiency
The U.S. is not the only country going through a government efficiency effort, but in Iceland, they’re taking a different approach. In an unusual twist on crowd-sourcing, Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir has turned to the public for cost-cutting suggestions, sparking a wave[...]
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What does ‘uff da’ even mean?
In the cozy corners of Minnesota and North Dakota, a simple phrase quietly weaves through everyday life: “uff da.” It’s an utterance that feels like home, wrapping itself around moments of surprise or mild disappointment. For many with Scandinavian roots in the[...]
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Norwegian quits chess championship after refusing to change out of jeans
Chess can often feel like a world of quiet intensity, but sometimes, even the grandmasters find themselves in unexpected scenarios. Recently, a Norwegian chess prodigy was fined $200 and warned by FIDE over attire deemed unsuitable for the game. Whenever a stubborn[...]
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Key to Surviving Icelandic (err. North Dakota) Winter? Do Shit
Winter is here, and if you find yourself in Iceland (or North Dakota), it’s not just a season; it’s an endurance test. The mercury’s plummeted, turning Reykjavik (Minot) streets into a world-class ice rink. Navigating the icy terrain calls for channeling your[...]
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VIDEO: The Last Viking Mystery: How Leifur Eriksson Found and Lost America
Did the Vikings really beat Columbus to North America? Dive into this mystery with historians Valur Gunnarsson and Jón Trausti Sigurðarson, hosts of The Reykjavík Grapevine’s series “The Last Viking Mystery.” In Episode 2, they unravel the tale of Vinland and the[...]
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Vikings in North America? Here’s what we really know
Now that the purple and gold Vikings have been eliminated from the NFL playoffs, it’s safe to share a story about the other vikings without causing confusion. Did you know it’s widely believed Icelandic explorer Leif Erickson was the actual first European[...]
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World’s oldest runestone found in Norway, archaeologists believe
A remarkable rock was found in a grave field west of Oslo recently. Known as a runestone, it’s the writing and the date that makes it special, and this one is really special because it may be the oldest example yet discovered[...]
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‘The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly,’ by Margareta Magnusson
With Minot home of the Norsk Høstfest, we feel an obligation to bring you all the stories with a touch of Scandinavia. It’s in that spirit that you need to know about this book review from The Star Tribune on the book[...]