On October 24, 1975, 90% of women in Iceland went on strike. They stopped working, in their jobs and at home, to demonstrate the irreplaceable role of women in society. It’s now the most gender equal country in the world and the subject of a new documentary called ‘The Day Iceland Stood Still’.

Iceland fell into the Nations League relegation-promotion play-off after finishing third in their group in League A behind France and Norway. They didn't actually win a game but draws against Norway and Switzerland were credible, and France only narrowly won the first match between the sides.

Iceland’s frozen, inhospitable winters have long protected it from mosquitoes, but that may be changing. This week, scientists announced the discovery of three mosquitoes — marking the country’s first confirmed finding of these insects in the wild.

From the early days of securities trading to today’s modern, globally connected market under the Nasdaq brand, Nasdaq Iceland has played a pivotal role in shaping Iceland’s economy. This year marks 40 years since its inception allowing a look back at some of the key milestones that have defined its journey as a thread connecting,

Northern Ireland have it all to do in the second leg of their Nations League promotion/relegation play-off as they fell to a 2-0 defeat against Iceland at the Ballymena Showgrounds.

Mosquitoes have reportedly been found in Iceland for the first time, sending a chilling preview of the potential effects of climate change.