Finland and Spain reach bailout collateral deal
The Spanish and Finnish governments have reached an agreement regarding collateral for a forthcoming bank bailout via the EU.
Icelandic Coastguard ship rescues refugees
An Icelandic Coastguard vessel on international duty has rescued a group of refugees from a sinking boat.
Spain adopts Iceland’s Kitchenware Revolution idea
The so-called ‘Kitchenware Revolution’ in Iceland is said to be the inspiration behind ongoing protests in Spain against unemployment and ...
Bare breasts unsupported in Sweden
Despite being famous for their relaxed attitude to nudity, Swedes are now some of Europe’s biggest prudes. According to a survey commissioned by trave...
Handball Euro: Denmark beat Spain
Denmark have beaten Spain in their final game at the EHF European Handball Championships in Austria to take overall fifth in the competition.
Iceland in handball semi-final, Denmark going for fifth
Following Thursday’s 27-23 defeat at the hands of Croatia, Denmark’s men’s handball team will now play Spain today to fight for overall 5th and 6th po...
Skarphedinsson and Moratinos: Icesave has no impact on EU’s treatment of application
(Press release from the Icelandic government): The Foreign Minister of Iceland, Ossur Skarphedinsson, spoke today with Miguel Angel Moratinos, the For...
Danish Hells Angel member banned from Spanish holiday resort
A Danish biker from the Hell’s Angels gang has been advised that he will not be welcomed by the La Santa Holiday Club on Lanzarote in the Canary Islan...