Tag #Mountaineering

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K2 Avalanche: 11 Climbers Dead, Raising Mountaineering Safety Concerns

A 2008 avalanche on K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, killed 11 climbers, including Rolf Bae, highlighting the extreme risks of mountaineering and the addictive allure of the sport for climbers like his wife, Cecilie Skog, who survived the tragedy.

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Bolivian Cholitas: Athleticism, Empowerment, and the Pursuit of Everest

Bolivian cholita women, primarily of Aymara and Quechua descent, are making significant strides in sports, particularly wrestling and mountaineering, challenging gender stereotypes and inspiring others through their athletic achievements and cultural pride.

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Gender Equality
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Review: Nouvelles des cimes

A book review of Dino Buzzati's "Nouvelles des cimes," a collection of mountaineering articles highlighting the beauty and dangers of the mountains and the impact of climate change.

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Multi-Amputee Climber Conquers Italy

Andrea Lanfri, a multi-amputee former Paralympic athlete, is undertaking a cross-Italy journey and climbing mountains to overcome adversity and inspire others.

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Dutch Climber Aims to Conquer Volcanic Seven Summits

Ricardo Kaljouw, from Oost-Souburg, Netherlands, is attempting to climb Mount Sidley in Antarctica, aiming to become the first Dutch person and 48th person globally to conquer the Volcanic Seven Summits, a feat expected to cost over €70,000.

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Three Climbers Presumed Dead After Fall on Aoraki

Three experienced mountain climbers—two from the U.S. and one from Canada—are presumed dead after falling on Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak, following a five-day search that ended after footprints and their belongings were discovered.

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Himalayan Climbing Tragedy

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

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