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Major Earthquake Kills 126 in the Tibetan Plateau

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Plateau near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, injuring 188, and damaging over 1,000 buildings; rescue efforts are underway in freezing conditions.

Major Earthquake Kills 126 in the Tibetan Plateau

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Plateau near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, injuring 188, and damaging over 1,000 buildings; rescue efforts are underway in freezing conditions.

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What are the long-term implications of this earthquake for infrastructure development and disaster preparedness in the region?

This earthquake underscores the ongoing challenges of disaster response in remote, high-altitude areas. Future preparedness efforts should focus on improving infrastructure resilience to earthquakes and enhancing rescue capabilities in such challenging conditions. The incident also highlights the geopolitical complexities of the region, given the involvement of both Chinese and international actors in the rescue response.

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Nov 6, 01:01

Himalayan Climbing Tragedy

A Slovak mountaineer dies after a fall during descent from a successful climb in the Himalayas.

Himalayan Climbing Tragedy

A Slovak mountaineer dies after a fall during descent from a successful climb in the Himalayas.

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What caused the death of Ondrej Huserka?

Ondrej Huserka, a 34-year-old Slovak mountaineer, died after falling into a crevasse while rappelling down Langtang Lirung in Nepal.

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