News
And such things.
Ramp Up Goes To Ukraine
Construction has started on the first ramps in Lviv, Ukraine, with the aim of building 100 ramps in the city centre.
“Let’s Walk” Launches
Let’s Walk (with Halli) launches with first guest, actor and comedian, Andy Richter.
Lóla Restaurant Opens
New restaurant by Michelin chef Sigurður Laufdal takes over for Anna Jóna.
Two Beats Ahead Interview
Halli went on the Two Beats Ahead Live! Podcast with Michael Hendrix. They talked about on what it means to be a creator, letting go of perfection, and embracing the beginners mindset.
“Öll Þín Tár” Released
A new song by Önnu Jónu Son, Ólöf Arnalds and Kristján Kristjánsson released on Bad Taste Records.
Ramp Up Featured In Fast Company
“Iceland built 1,756 wheelchair ramps in the past 4 years. Why can’t other countries do that?”
Ramp Up Iceland Finishes Ahead Of Schedule And Exceeds Goals
Today, Ramp Up Iceland officially completed the project started by Haraldur Thorleifsson in 2022. Wrapping up a full year ahead of schedule and building almost double what they set out to do.
New Acting Reel
A new reel with roles played by Halli.
Indó Scores Highest Of All Companies In Iceland In Customer Satisfaction
With a score of 84,4, the new bank is the highest rated in Iceland.
Iceland To Build Its First Fully Accessible Public Hot Tub
“The hot tub is where life stories are shared and news dissected. But people with disabilities have very limited options in joining in.”
New Video For “Legs Entwined” Released
The video, directed by Hungarian artist Anna Nemes, features two aging lovers.
Halli Once Again Highest-Earning Icelander
“Halli was named by the industry journal Frjáls Verslun once again as the highest-earning Icelander.”
Haraldur Raises Money For Yazan
Haraldur Thorleifsson, participated in the Icelandic Marathon in the name of Yazan Tamimi. Yazan is an eleven-year-old boy from Palestine and has muscular dystrophy like Haraldur.
“The Radio Won’t Let Me Sleep” Featured on NPR
“Icelandic musician Önnu Jónu Son released an album partly written during a period of loss and addiction, and partly while looking back on his recovery and search for happiness.”
“True Love Will Find You” Video Released
A cover of the hauntingly beautiful Daniel Johnston song, released by Önnu Jónu Son.
One Million Minutes Premieres
The Warner Bros movie, stars Tom Schilling and Karoline Herfurth and becomes the highest grossing German movie of 2024.
Halli Receives The “Love Ball”
The award is given yearly to recipient who has with their actions changed the attitudes and lives of their fellow citizens for the better.
1000 Ramp Celebration
Guide lines for the blind and visually impaired will be added to the ramps that have already been built and priority will be given to examining and improving accessibility issues in preschools and primary schools.
“Take These Bones” Video Released
Directed by Haraldur and Brazilian director Gregorio Graziosi.
Opening Party For Anna Jóna
The restaurant and cinema was filled to the brim yesterday with guests, performers and even some ping flamingo’s.