Meta has agreed to pay approximately $18 billion to settle lawsuits brought by multiple US states alleging that its social media platforms, particularly Instagram, are engineered to addict teenagers and harm their mental health. The landmark financial resolution arrives amid intensified regulatory scrutiny and congressional oversight of digital youth safety.
An ultimatum issued by trade unions FNV and CNV to Schiphol Airport and its security companies is set to expire, potentially leading to a security strike.
The CNV trade union has joined FNV in preparing multiple labor actions in September to protest the Dutch government’s plans to cut billions of euros from social security benefits.
General-turned-politician Roberto Vannacci's new far-right National Future (FnV) party has seen its support climb to 7.1% in recent Italian opinion polls, according to a Youtrend average prepared for SkyTg24.
Iceland is anticipating heavy rainfall and potential thunderstorms, with cloudy skies and showers forecast. Residents are advised to prepare for significant precipitation.
The FNV trade union has announced a new wave of strikes for the first two weeks of September. The industrial action, including train strikes, is in protest against proposed welfare cuts.
The FNV labor union in the Netherlands has announced plans for a strike on Friday, targeting major employers in the industrial sector including ASML and Bosch, which is expected to disrupt operations.
A public transport strike from 4 a.m. to 8 a.m. in the Netherlands, combined with a heatwave and code orange alert, is causing significant disruptions to trains, buses, trams, and metros. Travelers face a difficult day with delays and cancellations due to both industrial action and extreme heat.
A business association in Stykkishólmur, Iceland, has expressed deep concern over the decision to suspend scheduled Baldur ferry services between Stykkishólmur and Brjánslækur during the peak tourist season.
Franco-Nevada and Suncor Energy are highlighted as leading Canadian stocks favored by billionaires. These companies are considered strong investment opportunities within the Canadian market.
Inga Sæland, Minister of Education and Children's Affairs, signed a declaration of intent with residents of Skagafjörður for the expansion of the vocational training building at Fjölbrautaskóli Norðurlands vestra, with construction expected to begin soon.
Concerns have been voiced regarding a potential imbalance in the economy, with discussions pointing to alternative solutions beyond simply increasing wages. The focus is on exploring other avenues to address economic challenges and restore equilibrium.
Financial analyses are identifying and recommending several companies as the best debt-free gold stocks for investment. Wheaton, Franco-Nevada, and Barrick Mining are among the companies highlighted in these discussions.
Dutch unions FNV, CNV, and VCP have threatened strikes if the cabinet proceeds with proposed cuts to unemployment, disability, and state pension benefits before May 3.
Iceland's cod stock index has fallen to its lowest point since 2011, indicating a significant decline in the cod population. Conversely, stock indices for tusk, ling, and blue ling are among the highest ever recorded.
The Netherlands’ largest union, FNV, is planning strikes in public transportation around mid-June to protest the cabinet’s social security proposals, which the union says break prior agreements and threaten to reduce benefits.
Analysts are reportedly conflicted regarding the outlook for several materials companies, specifically Wacker Chemie AG, First Quantum Minerals, and Franco-Nevada.
A life jacket worn by a Titanic survivor was sold at auction for more than $900,000, significantly exceeding price expectations. The historic artifact fetched a high price from a lucky buyer.
Unnt er að sækja um afslátt eða jafnvel niðurfellingu kílómetragjalds hjá Skattinum vegna „sérstakra aðstæðna“, en fjármálaráðherra telur stórhækkanir á eldsneytisverði geta fallið þar undir.
The conflict-driven blockage of the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting key shipping routes, leading to a sharp increase in Gulf food bills, particularly in Bahrain, despite shelves remaining stocked.
Dutch trade unions FNV and CNV walked out of a meeting with the Jetten cabinet after only 45 minutes, dissatisfied with plans to raise the state pension age and cut unemployment benefits, and are now preparing for protests.
Security guards at Schiphol Airport will hold short, staggered strikes over two days, with unions FNV and CNV announcing three 15-minute strikes tomorrow and five on Wednesday.
Cleaners at Schiphol Airport are set to strike on Wednesday to protest changes to their sick pay terms within their new collective labor agreement, according to the FNV trade union.
Jónas Atli Gunnarsson, chief economist at the Housing, Construction and Planning Agency (HMS), states that the Icelandic housing market is achieving greater balance, partly due to lower-than-forecast population growth.
Unions CNV and FNV have threatened industrial action by security guards at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, stating that negotiations have concluded without agreement.
Land uplift continues under Svartsengi, Iceland, with magma flow and a potential volcanic eruption still considered the most likely scenarios by experts.
Hans Spekman is once again at the forefront of the workers' struggle, now as the chairman of the FNV trade union, where he is advocating for an end to austerity measures.
Jón Helgi Egilsson, former chairman of the Central Bank of Iceland's board, refutes claims that Icelanders pay significantly higher housing prices than Eurozone residents due to interest costs.
Chipmaker ASML and labor unions FNV and De Unie have agreed on a social plan, ensuring no forced layoffs for the coming months following a reorganization.
Ólöf Magnúsdóttir, a resident of Hringbraut in Reykjavík, shared what she called "the good deed of the day and even the year" in a Facebook post to a local Vesturbær group.
The FNV union has announced a public transport strike in the Netherlands for Wednesday, June 24, stating they see no other option. The industrial action is expected to bring commuter services to a halt across the country.
Franco-Nevada's strategic exposure to both gold and energy markets is highlighted as a factor that could make the company an interesting prospect for investors.
The Danish government is expressing significant concern over the escalating use of nicotine pouches in the country, particularly among young people, with reports of some even sleeping with them under their lips.
Spaugstofumennirnir Karl Ágúst Úlfsson, Sigurður Sigurjónsson og Örn Árnason ræða leyfileg mörk gamansemi, breytta gamansemi og jafnvel manndrápshótanir vegna gamansemi í viðtali við Morgunblaðið um…
The FNV, a major Dutch trade union, has declared its intention to fully engage in the struggle against the cabinet's plans, even with Spekman taking over as chairman.
The Swedish government intends to allocate over 220 billion Swedish Kronor (equivalent to 3000 billion Icelandic Kronor) towards electricity production using nuclear power. This includes 36 billion for constructing a new nuclear power plant and 183 billion for nuclear waste disposal.
Viðbrögðin við hernaði Bandaríkjanna og Ísraels á hendur klerkaveldinu í Íran hafa verið ærið misjöfn, enda kjósa fæstir stríð ef friður er í boði, jafnvel þó það sé aðeins stundarfriður.
In the central Greek village of Ropoto, tourists are challenging their balance inside a church that leans more significantly than the Leaning Tower of Pisa, making it a unique attraction.
Jafnvel þó að viðtekið viðhorf í samfélaginu virðist vera að það megi ekki láta nemendur gera erfiða hluti vilja þeir sjálfir að kröfur séu gerðar til sín.
Hans Spekman, former chairman of the Labour Party (PvdA), has been appointed as the new chairman of FNV, the Netherlands' largest trade union, following a year of internal conflict.
Security workers at Schiphol airport are planning a series of brief strikes and work-to-rule actions. Unions CNV and FNV announced the actions, which are expected to cause longer queues.
Trade unions CNV and FNV have issued an ultimatum to Schiphol Airport and its three security companies, threatening a strike by security guards following a recent reorganization.
Seaport workers across the Netherlands are set to strike on September 4, organized by trade union FNV, in protest against government cuts to social assistance programs.
Dutch trade unions have announced a nationwide 24-hour public transport strike scheduled for September 9. The strike is expected to significantly disrupt public transportation services across the Netherlands.
The Dutch FNV trade union is increasing pressure on the government by announcing strikes for September, which will include disruptions to the rail sector.
FNV heeft aangekondigd in september weer actie te gaan voeren. Er komen meerdere stakingen, waaronder waarschijnlijk ook een 24-uursstaking op het spoor.
"De stakingen worden groter dan de…
Labor union FNV has reported numerous complaints of unsafe working conditions at Schiphol Airport during the extreme heatwave, calling for more protection for workers and additional time for security checks.
Shoppers in the Netherlands may face disruptions for Father's Day as staff at Etos, Kruidvat, and Gall & Gall are planning walkouts, according to trade union FNV.
An article from Morgunblaðið discusses the impact of smart devices on children's mental health, urging parents to be mindful of their own well-being and explore various approaches to digital balance.
Leopold Aschenbrenner has disclosed new and updated positions on several stocks, showing a bearish stance on companies like Galaxy Digital, Kilroy Realty Corporation, and Lumentum Holdings. Conversely, Aschenbrenner remains bullish on ProPetro Holding Corp. and Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., while also revealing a new bet on WhiteFiber, Inc.
Several financial firms have lowered their price targets for companies including Exelon, AbbVie, and Shell. Some of these reductions occurred despite the companies reporting strong quarterly earnings.
Franco-Nevada (FNV) has released the transcript from its first-quarter 2026 earnings conference call, offering stakeholders a comprehensive overview of its financial results and business outlook.
A survey by the FNV trade union reveals that over 800 ASML employees working in cleanrooms experience health complaints, including headaches and breathing problems, due to wearing face masks.
An Icelandic expert has voiced concerns that the rapid growth of the public sector is a "wrong development at the wrong time," especially as the private sector cools and jobs decrease. This trend is seen as sending the wrong economic signals and hindering stabilization efforts.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlights research indicating a connection between children's social media usage and increased anxiety and sleep problems.
The UN's World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has released its flagship State of the Global Climate report, confirming 2015-2025 as the hottest decade on record and greenhouse gas concentrations at their highest in 800,000 years, with Earth's heat imbalance hitting a record high in 2025, leading the UN to declare a global climate emergency and warn of lasting climate impact, further noting the Earth's climate is being pushed beyond its limits as El Niño looms.
Heimilislæknir segir notkun peptíða afar varasama - þeir geti haft áhrif á hormónajafnvægi og áhrifin gætu orðið langvarandi.
„Ég þekki kollega sem hafa fengið þetta inn á borð til sín,“ segir Gunnar…
Children in Iceland face long waits, some up to three years, to access services at the Children's Mental Health Center, with 1,900 out of 2,453 children waiting longer than three months.
