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American Jess Roskelley, 36, and Austrians Hansjorg Auer, 35, and David Lama, 28, went missing. (Photo:Twitter)

3 World famous mountaineers presumed dead in Canada avalance

They were part of a team of experienced athletes sponsored by American outdoor equipment firm The North Face, the...

19 April 2019 3:06 AM GMT

Mount Everest braces for potentially the busiest year yet on the worlds highest peak, prompting concerns about overcrowding and safety. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Everest set to face busiest year yet amid safety concerns

Everest braces for record year of mountaineering amid overcrowding fears.

11 May 2019 5:36 AM GMT

One also needs to take note of the mental aspects of mountaineering which only a seasoned mountaineer can prepare a novice climber for. (Photo: Riza Ali)

When thrill turns into peril

An increasing number of novice climbers are attempting Himalayan mountaineering expeditions.

16 Jun 2019 7:35 PM GMT

An eighth climber, British team leader Martin Moran, is still missing, according to authorities. (Photo: ITBP video screengrab)

Watch: Action camera footage shows last moments of Nanda Devi climbers

They were crossing a very dangerous ridge. The snow cornice must have given away because of their weight, triggering...

9 July 2019 8:17 AM GMT