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Whaling Restart: Iceland’s whaling season is back after a two-year pause, with two vessels leaving ports as quotas are set and protests return, reopening the marine conservation debate. EU Membership Vote: Iceland will hold a “Brexit-style” referendum on Aug. 29 on whether to restart EU talks, with opponents warning it’s the “worst business idea” and supporters pointing to existing single-market alignment. Parliament & Security: Alþingi has passed a new legal framework for court-ordered security measures outside prison, creating a secure facility for up to 16 high-risk individuals, while police investigate a donation scam that charged victims thousands of euros. Industry Watch: The Icelandic Producers Association (SÍK) elected a new chair amid concerns about funding and declining production activity. Maritime Rules: The IMO approved a North-East Atlantic Emission Control Area, expanding cleaner shipping rules to include Iceland and the surrounding region from 2027. Health Policy (Global): Switzerland approved a national HPV prevention policy, highlighting gaps in reimbursement for HPV testing that could affect cervical cancer outcomes. AI Music Rights: A global coalition of artists and managers urged labels and publishers to stop misusing creators’ rights in AI music licensing deals.

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Jun. 19, 2026

Tourism source market seen reaching $1.1 trillion by 2032

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Jun. 11, 2026

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Jun. 10, 2026

Bottled water market seen reaching $515.3 billion by 2031

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Jun. 8, 2026

Volcano Express adds 30-minute interactive pre-show in Reykjavík

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