MOSQUITOES — the tiny villains that have a big impact, not only by annoying us but also by spreading diseases like dengue. Is there a place on Earth completely free of mosquitoes? No buzzing, no bites, no itchy nights. While these pesky insects seem impossible to escape, has one country defies the norm? Verdict: TRUE According to experts, Iceland’s cool climate...
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia and the European Free Trade Association (Efta) have successfully concluded negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), says Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz. Efta comprises Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister said this marks a significant milestone in Malaysia's international trade agenda. Zafrul said the agreement, formally known as the...
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - A volcano in southwestern Iceland spewed lava and smoke for a second day on Friday, the country's meteorological office said, after the eruption forced the evacuation of a nearby luxury spa resort. Fountains of glowing molten rock could be seen shooting into the night sky after Thursday's eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula, but...
Iceland Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir unveiled plans to pivot the country’s renewable energy efforts from crypto mining to agricultural development. In an interview with the Financial Times, Prime Minister Jakobsdóttir outlined her vision, emphasizing the importance of enhancing food independence and establishing a broader grid for renewable energy distribution across households and industries. The country is known for producing...
