School Reopening in Grindavík: Grindavík’s preschool and compulsory school are set to restart this autumn after the 2023 evacuation, with teacher recruitment nearly done and 43 pupils registered, though housing and geology still cloud any return plans. Nature-Friendly Tourism: A new purpose-built photo platform has opened at Dimmuborgir’s Gatklettur in the Mývatn area to keep visitors on marked paths and reduce damage from off-trail “selfie” climbing. Festival Sex-Offence Probe: Police in South Iceland are investigating three reported sexual offences linked to the Kótelettan music and BBQ festival in Selfoss, while also handling other weekend incidents including attempts by underage attendees to enter with false IDs. Weather Watch: A yellow wind warning is in place for northwest Iceland, with gust risks for high-sided vehicles, while the northeast stays warm and sunnier before rain spreads later. LGBTQ+ Community Signal: Iceland Review’s playlist highlights equality and inclusion after a Pride flag at Grafarvogur Church was vandalised overnight, renewing calls for respect and protection of LGBTQ+ rights. Polar Travel Push: Quark Expeditions announced expanded Arctic and Antarctica seasons for 2028 and 2028/29, adding new photography and Indigenous culinary experiences. Beer Shift: Iceland’s market is seeing a surge in low-carb, lower-alcohol beers, with Gull Lite leading at Vínbúðin and bars reporting big gains in “lite” sales. Reykjavík Police Activity: Capital Area Police report 83 incidents overnight, including arrests tied to an alleged assault and public order breaches.