Where Continents Pull Apart Iceland's unique position sits directly atop the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the Eurasian and North ...

Unlike other books about Iceland's geology, which are typically organized by category or region, Reynolds' book describes the geological features one sees while traveling along all of Iceland's major ...

Geology in the field helps students think critically and rely on empirical evidence as they strive to describe what they see. At CU, each undergraduate major has to take three different field “modules ...

Iceland’s volcanoes are a big draw for thrill-seeking travelers—one company even offers tours inside the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano. But those who prefer to experience volcanoes from a safer ...

I just returned from Iceland, a bucket list trip for me and a Mecca for geologists. Iceland, in the northern Atlantic Ocean between Greenland and Norway just south of the Arctic Circle, is unusual in ...

While many flock to popular sites like the Blue Lagoon and Golden Circle, the island has several lesser-known natural wonders ...

Thousands of earthquakes in recent weeks have shaken the Icelandic fishing town of Grindavík, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) southwest of the capital Reykjavik. They have triggered evacuations and ...

The no-frills market is generally under pressure. In August, Spirit Airlines declared a second bankruptcy in a year. But the ...