Energy Security & Geothermal: With Middle East and Ukraine shocks tightening energy markets, a new push argues Iceland and Europe must diversify fast—and put geothermal at the center of the clean power plan. Glaciers & Climate Culture: National Geographic’s “Time and Water” follows Icelandic writer Andri Snær Magnason as glaciers die, using personal archives and striking ice footage to frame loss as a message to the future. Air Quality From Conflict: A study says a single day of attacks on Iranian oil refineries released sulfur dioxide on the scale of a volcanic eruption, with health impacts reported as the plume traveled far. Arctic Governance: An issue brief warns that Washington’s retreat from Arctic climate research leaves a vacuum—urging Nordic security partners to strengthen rules-based Arctic oversight. Iceland EU Referendum & Disinformation: Iceland’s foreign minister warns the August EU-accession vote is being targeted by fear campaigns, foreign interference and AI-made misinformation. Reykjavik Cruise Growth: Cruise Europe’s conference spotlights Reykjavik’s new Vör Cruise Terminal and booming demand, as the port prepares for major ship turnarounds. Wildlife & Rivers: Dam removal data highlights Europe’s momentum—while Iceland’s River Melsá is flowing again after a defunct barrier was removed to restore fish migration. Hydrothermal Vents Research: A Fulbright-funded project will study Icelandic fjord vents that act like underwater oases supporting dense marine life. Transport Transition: Icelandair will retire its remaining Boeing 757s earlier than planned as fuel prices reshape route and fleet planning.