Understand why Viking settlers of Iceland and the Faroe Islands represent different gene pools, and why this could rewrite history. By Paul Smaglik If you look at a map, it would appear obvious that the neighboring Norse folks settled both Iceland and the Faroe Islands. After all, Norway is the closest country to Iceland atContinue reading “Genetic Analysis of Viking Settlers Challenges Historical Saga”
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New Insights into Viking Age Economics from Runic Inscriptions
A recent reinterpretation of the runic inscription on the Forsa Ring offers a fresh perspective on the monetary system of the Viking Age, marking it as the oldest documented record of value in Scandinavia. The inscription sheds light on how the Vikings managed fines in a flexible and practical manner. The inscription on the ForsaContinue reading “New Insights into Viking Age Economics from Runic Inscriptions”
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November Eruption on Reykjanes Peninsula
This November marked the seventh eruption of Sundhnúkur on the Reykjanes Peninsula in a series of eruptions that began in October 2023. The eruption was widely visible from Reykjavík — the stunning photo above was captured by Magnús Lyngdal. This eruption caused the evacuation of houses Grindavík and of the Blue Lagoon. The parking lotContinue reading “November Eruption on Reykjanes Peninsula”
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