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An Israeli Lens on Iceland's Shorter Work Week
We often find ourselves curious about how our unique Icelandic way of life is perceived from abroad. Recently, a prominent Israeli...
4 days ago3 min read


Iceland's Green Heart: How Geothermal Energy Powers a Nation
Imagine a country where the very ground beneath your feet provides nearly all the heat for your homes, offices, and even swimming pools....
4 days ago2 min read


The Central Bank's Chess Game: How Interest Rates Shape Island Life
If the economy is a tightrope walker, then the Central Bank of Iceland (Sedlabanki Íslands) is the meticulous conductor orchestrating...
Jun 283 min read


Ten Common Misconceptions About Iceland (That You Should Forget Immediately)
Beyond the Myths: Unpacking Iceland's Surprises (and Why It's Not Always Icy) Iceland is a land of paradoxes, a place where fire meets...
Jun 253 min read


The Hidden Harms of Nicotine Pouches
A recent report in Talnabrunnur, the newsletter of the Icelandic Directorate of Health, highlights a significant shift in nicotine...
Jun 203 min read


Understanding Nearsightedness: Causes and Ways to Improve Your Vision
In an increasingly digitized world, many of us, especially children, spend extended hours fixated on screens, books, and paperwork, often...
Jun 72 min read


Licorice: Once a Medicine - Now a Divisive Candy
From King Tut's tomb to Maimonides’ medical writings – licorice has a legacy of healing. But does modern licorice candy still hold any...
Jun 32 min read


Spoonfuls of Tradition
For millennia, long before synthetic pills and gleaming pharmacies—families turned to nature’s own pantry of plants, extracts, and...
Jun 24 min read


Unlocking a Longer, Healthier Life: Insights from Dr. Eric Topol
In a recent episode of USA Today's The Excerpt podcast , world-renowned cardiologist and researcher Dr. Eric Topol shared groundbreaking...
May 312 min read


Your Favorite Coffee Might Be Raising Your Cholesterol
Coffee machines are everywhere: at home, in the office, and even in gas stations. But a new study from Sweden shows that how your coffee...
May 302 min read


6 Foods That Spike Your Blood Sugar the Most
Many foods - even those considered healthy - can significantly raise blood sugar levels, especially for people with diabetes or...
May 122 min read


Surviving the Midnight Sun: A Health Guide for Jewish Life in Icelandic Summer
Surviving the Midnight Sun: A Health Guide for Jewish Life in Icelandic Summer Ah, Iceland in summer. The land of fire, ice, and......
Apr 192 min read


Fizz, Sugar, and Skyr: What Are Icelanders Really Drinking?
Let’s begin with a local joke: Only tourists buy bottled water in Iceland. The locals? They drink it straight from the tap, because...
Apr 42 min read
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