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DayZ creator Dean 'Rocket' Hall has over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and played the original XCOM at Mount Everest base camp: 'I think when I die, I will still be playing that game'

The founder of RocketWerkz talks us through the games on his PC.

PC Gamer

Who was Jim Whittaker? First American to summit Mount Everest and REI leader dies at 97

Jim Whittaker, the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest and a central figure in popularising modern mountaineering, has died at the age of 97. His life combined high-risk exploration with business leadership and environmental advocacy, leaving a lasting impact on outdoor culture.

The Times of India

Netflix just added this movie based on a true story — and it’s one of the most gripping experiences ever

Netflix added the movie “Everest,” a gripping survival thriller that sees two expedition teams struggle for survival after a deadly storm hits near the summit of Mount Everest.

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Everest climbers ‘poisoned’ in $20m insurance scam, probe on

Nepal's Everest climbing season begins amidst a massive insurance fraud investigation. Authorities are probing a scheme involving guides, helicopter operators, and hospital staff accused of faking medical emergencies to claim nearly $20 million. Over 300 fake rescues are suspected, with 32 individuals charged. This scandal threatens international insurer confidence in…

The Times of India

$20 million Everest rescue scam clouds Nepal’s climbing season

Trekkers given food that induced nausea, weakened them so they couldn't continue on foot & needed emergency flights

The Times of India

Mount Everest Guides Accused of Poisoning Climbers to Trigger Costly Helicopter Rescue Insurance Claims

Nepal's police have charged 32 individuals with organized crime and fraud in a scheme involving fake medical emergencies on Mount Everest, defrauding insurers of £15.2 million.

International Business Times UK

'His dog ate my donuts, all I wanted was a donut' – how Lizzie Hermolle became the fastest woman to scale the height of Everest by bike off-road

Hermolle finished in a time of 11 hours and five minutes

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Inside the $20M Mount Everest Scam: 32 Charged Over Baking Soda 'Poisoning' and Fake Helicopter Rescues

Discover the shocking details of a £15.7 million insurance scam involving Mount Everest guides, helicopter firms, and medical facilities.

International Business Times UK

Nepal Guides 'Poisoned' Everest Climbers With Baking Soda in $20 Million Scam, Authorities Say

Discover how a network of guides, pilots, and medical staff orchestrated a massive insurance scam on Mount Everest, impacting Himalayan tourism.

International Business Times UK

$20 million scam at 30,000 feet: Everest guides accused of poisoning trekkers for insurance payouts

Nepal's tourism industry is embroiled in a $20 million insurance fraud scandal involving Mount Everest trekking routes. Authorities have charged 32 individuals, including guides and medical staff, for allegedly inducing illness in tourists and orchestrating unnecessary emergency evacuations for financial gain. This case raises critical questions about oversight and safety…

The Times of India

Retirement Is Like Climbing Mount Everest: Don't Confuse the Goal With the Mission

The real risk in retirement is failing to plan for the "descent" — the psychological and lifestyle changes that occur after you reach your financial goals.

Kiplinger

Would You Pay £160K for a Luxury Everest Climb? Includes Espresso Machines, Heated Dining Tents, Private Chefs and More

Discover how luxury expeditions are changing the Mount Everest experience with gourmet meals, heated tents, and more

International Business Times UK

Everest wasn’t always a mountain! These 200 million-year-old marine fossils prove the Himalaya was once underwater

Imagine standing 8,000 metres above the sea floor at Mount Everest, and you find a marine fossil. You should not be surprised because fossils of marine animals have been documented near the summit of Mount Everest, findings that continue to draw scientific and public interest. Climbers and geologists have reported…

The Times of India

Nepal proposes stricter rules for Mount Everest climbers

The legislation aims to reduce the number of medical emergencies on the world’s highest peak

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Man cycling from Cork to Mount Everest to raise money for children’s wards

Daragh Cronin is hoping to raise 30,000 euro for paediatric care at Cork University Hospital.

The Independent UK

Nepal to scrap Everest waste deposit scheme after years of mounting rubbish

Scheme introduced over a decade ago requires climbers to pay a deposit of about £3,000 each that they can reclaim if they return from expedition with at least 8kg of waste

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Crisis Proof: 10 Buffer Strategies Advisors Use to Protect Clients From Market Shock

Markets can feel like a rollercoaster powered by rocket fuel one day and sudden freefall the next. One minute, your portfolio is climbing Everest, and the next, it’s sliding into a financial Bermuda Triangle. Investors often panic during market shocks, but savvy advisors have a toolkit of strategies that act…

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15 Luxury Hobbies Only Wealthy People Do

From scaling Mt. Everest to fine dining experiences at Michelin-star restaurants, here are some of the things the rich enjoy doing because they can afford to.

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6 Indian Destinations You Should NOT Visit in Winter

People usually prefer to travel to hill stations and snowy places during winters. In India there are many such beautiful places where tourists go to admire the beauty of the snow covered mountains and white landscape. However, there are some places which get extremely cold during winters, making it very…

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England keep sights on rugby’s Everest in relentless climb to game’s summit

Beating the All Blacks shows how far Steve Borthwick’s men have come – but there remains yet more room for improvement

Cinemablend

‘Makes The Bottom Of The Barrel Look Like Everest.’ Critics Have Seen Playdate, And They Aren’t Holding Back On Alan Ritchson And Kevin James’ Action Comedy

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The Independent UK

Helicopter crashes near Everest base camp during rescue attempt

A private helicopter on its way to Lobuche near the Everest Base Camp to rescue stranded trekkers crashed on Wednesday (29 October), Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal spokesperson Gyanendra Bhul said.

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Man left for dead on Mount Everest staggers back into camp frozen solid with ‘no face’, spends night screaming into blizzard

The mountain took large chunks of his body, but saved his marriage.

The Independent UK

How mountaineer Jim Morrison made the first skiing descent of Everest's most dangerous route

Mountaineer Jim Morrison has skied the last un-skied route on Mount Everest

International Business Times

Nepal's 'Hidden' Mountains Draw New Wave Of Climbers

Nepal's mountains including Everest have long drawn climbers from across the world, but a growing community is exploring hidden summits promising solitude and the chance to be first to the top.

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