Two climbers died on Mount Everest this year as the mountaineering season in Nepal for the world's highest peak draws to an end. On average, around five climbers die on the 29,03-foot (8,848-meter) ...

Although Mark Inglis walks on prostheses, he has achieved a feat that tests the physical boundaries of many. A few years ago, the New Zealander reached the highest point on Earth, the 8,849-metre ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. EVERGREEN, Colo. (KDVR) — Last week, Outdoor ...

Next week, 60 Minutes' Cecilia Vega makes the perilous journey to Everest Base Camp. Her guide was a 19-year-old Sherpa, who risks his life to assist climbers. About 900 hikers, guides and other staff ...

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Mount Everest is about 15 to 50 meters taller than it would otherwise be because of uplift caused by a nearby eroding river gorge, and continues to grow because of it. Mount Everest is about 15 to 50 ...

Mount Everest has captivated adventurers for decades, offering an unparalleled challenge that pushes human limits. As the tallest peak on Earth, it's not just a mountain — it's a symbol of endurance, ...