For nearly a decade, author Robert Macfarlane has been venturing into ice caves, exploring underwater rivers and crawling through catacombs. His latest book, "Underland: A Deep Time Journey," documents these travels and explores the human relationship with the "deep time" of down below.
A sculpture in Iceland marks the location of the Arctic Circle — at least the circle's location this year, because it turns out that the Arctic Circle doesn't stay in one place. It's a suggestion of how difficult it is to pin down anything in the Arctic.
The global circulatory system is incredibly complex, and parts of it, like the North Icelandic Jet, are barely understood. That's why these scientists are in Iceland in the dead of winter.
To some, letting the global temperature rise plateau at just 1.5 degrees Celsius just makes sense. A new study also shows it could make cents — $30 trillion, to be exact.
Lava that has cooled into black, bubbly basalt might one day jump into action to help fight one of humanity’s biggest challenges: rising levels of carbon dioxide.
An Icelandic man arrested on suspicion of stealing about 600 computers used to mine the cryptocurrency Bitcoin escaped prison and fled the country on a commercial flight to Sweden.
Iceland's new prime minister is an environmental feminist, anti-war, crime-novel expert who wants to make Iceland carbon-neutral by the year 2040. At 41, she is one of the youngest world leaders today and is the most trusted political leader in her country, in poll after poll.
For our Geo Quiz today we asked you to name the world's most northern national capital, where the city's modern art festival is now underway. The answer is Reykjavik, Iceland. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with travel writer Tom Haines for a quick survey of the sights and sounds at the "experimental marathon" exhibition underway at the Reykjavík Art Museum.
Conservationists say the world's fisheries are in danger of collapsing from rampant over fishing. But a new study suggests it may be possible to head off this calamity by changing how fisheries are managed.
As the U.S. bailout plan stumbles on Capitol Hill, European banks are suffering from their exposure to the U.S. crisis. The World's Laura Lynch reports that governments in Europe have had to intervene with bailouts of their own.
Iceland was declared one of the best places to live in by the United Nations. Now the island nation has become the latest country to bailout its troubled banks. The World's Laura Lynch reports.
A new DNA study in Iceland suggests that the country's main lineage may not be all Viking. Testing of ancient teeth from an Iceland museum suggests the country's first Viking settlers may have brought women from the British Isles with them. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with the lead author of the study, Kari Stefansson.
Iceland may be in economic crisis, but it's making news on another front. The country is about to get its first openly gay prime minister. The World's Gerry Hadden has the story.
Today's Geo Answer is Grimsby, England, where Icelandandic fishermen are going in increasing numbers to sell their catch. The BBC's Sarah Falkingham reports Icelandic fishermen are finding it hard to sell their catch at home - so they're travel to Grimsby to market it.
We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. To learn more, review our Cookie Policy. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies and Privacy Policy.
Arts, Culture & Media
Geo answer interview: Reykjavik
The World
May 16, 2008
For our Geo Quiz today we asked you to name the world's most northern national capital, where the city's modern art festival is now underway. The answer is Reykjavik, Iceland. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with travel writer Tom Haines for a quick survey of the sights and sounds at the "experimental marathon" exhibition underway at the Reykjavík Art Museum.
Arts, Culture & Media
Jules Verne's take on Icelandic glaciers
The World
June 05, 2008
The upcoming movie, "Journey to the Center of The Earth," makes reference to some real locations, but does the fictional account match reality?
Environment
A bright spot in depleted fisheries
The World
September 18, 2008
Conservationists say the world's fisheries are in danger of collapsing from rampant over fishing. But a new study suggests it may be possible to head off this calamity by changing how fisheries are managed.
Business, Economics and Jobs
Overseas bailout
The World
September 29, 2008
As the U.S. bailout plan stumbles on Capitol Hill, European banks are suffering from their exposure to the U.S. crisis. The World's Laura Lynch reports that governments in Europe have had to intervene with bailouts of their own.
Conflict & Justice
Iceland home to resettled Palestinians
The World
September 30, 2008
Some Palestinian refugees who fled Iraq have found refuge in an unlikely place... Iceland. Reporter Brandy Yanchyk has the story.
Business, Economics and Jobs
Iceland's economic meltdown
The World
October 07, 2008
Iceland was declared one of the best places to live in by the United Nations. Now the island nation has become the latest country to bailout its troubled banks. The World's Laura Lynch reports.
Arts, Culture & Media
Global Hit - Emiliana Torrini
The World
October 10, 2008
Icelandic-Italian singer Emiliana Torrini explains how the title track to her just released CD "Me and Armini" evolved, then performs it for us.
Environment
Iceland's genetic history
The World
January 16, 2009
A new DNA study in Iceland suggests that the country's main lineage may not be all Viking. Testing of ancient teeth from an Iceland museum suggests the country's first Viking settlers may have brought women from the British Isles with them. Anchor Marco Werman speaks with the lead author of the study, Kari Stefansson.
Global Politics
Iceland's new prime minister
The World
January 29, 2009
Iceland may be in economic crisis, but it's making news on another front. The country is about to get its first openly gay prime minister. The World's Gerry Hadden has the story.
Arts, Culture & Media
Geo answer
The World
April 02, 2009
Today's Geo Answer is Grimsby, England, where Icelandandic fishermen are going in increasing numbers to sell their catch. The BBC's Sarah Falkingham reports Icelandic fishermen are finding it hard to sell their catch at home - so they're travel to Grimsby to market it.