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The author climbs Mount Fuji and finds that the best udon noodles are served at a mountain hut halfway up, where the devotion and tradition of the staff leave a lasting impression, overshadowing the summit's commercial offerings.
Five German climbers, including a 17-year-old girl, died in an avalanche in the Italian Alps near South Tyrol while attempting to summit Cima Vertana, with rescue efforts ongoing for two others who fell about 200 meters. The avalanche occurred at around 3,500 meters altitude, possibly triggered by wind or recent snow accumulation, highlighting the persistent danger of avalanches in the region.
Alaskan climber Balin Miller, 23, died after falling from El Capitan in Yosemite National Park while solo climbing, with details suggesting he likely rappelled off his rope. Miller was an accomplished alpinist known for significant climbs like Mount McKinley's Slovak Direct. His death is the third at Yosemite this year, prompting an investigation by park authorities.
American climber Balin Miller, 23, died while attempting to summit El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, known for its challenging climbs, highlighting the risks associated with the sport. Miller was a well-loved figure in the climbing community, known for his adventurous spirit and social media presence, and his death marks a tragic loss for those who knew him.
Balin Miller, a talented young climber from Alaska, died in a fall while soloing on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Known for his impressive climbs and adventurous spirit, his death marks the third in the park this summer, prompting an investigation. Miller was celebrated for his achievements and love for climbing, inspiring many in the community.
A man was rescued by helicopter after being trapped behind a waterfall in California for two days, having been pushed off his climbing lines by the force of the water. He was found alive and responsive, treated for minor injuries and dehydration, and reunited with his family.
The semi-finals of the IFSC Climbing World Cup Innsbruck 2025 saw Janja Garnbret and Suzuki Neo dominate in their respective categories, securing their spots in the finals along with other top climbers, with the event set to conclude with the finals tomorrow.
The IFSC Climbing World Cup in Innsbruck 2025 saw Alberto Ginés López lead the men's qualifiers and Janja Garnbret dominate the women's qualifiers, setting the stage for semi-finals as top athletes compete for victory.
The first day of the IFSC Climbing World Cup Innsbruck 2025 featured top female climbers, with Annie Sanders and Nakamura Mao leading after qualification, and Janja Garnbret making her return to competition, finishing fifth in her group. The event's schedule was adjusted due to weather, with semi-finals and finals upcoming. Updates are available on the IFSC channels.
The first day of the IFSC Climbing World Cup in Innsbruck 2025 saw top female climbers Annie Sanders and Nakamura Mao lead the qualifiers, with Janja Garnbret returning to competition after nine months and finishing fifth in her group. The event features strong contenders and is part of the lead-up to the World Championships, with semi-finals and finals scheduled amid weather adjustments. Updates are available on the IFSC channels.
France’s Oriane Bertone won the IFSC Boulder World Cup in Prague after the final was canceled due to weather, securing her second career gold. Teammate Agathe Calliet took silver, and Japan’s Sekikawa Melody earned bronze, with British and Spanish athletes achieving personal bests despite not competing in the final. The series continues in Bern, Switzerland.
A study in Science Advances reveals that early human ancestors, such as Australopithecus sediba and Homo naledi, combined tree climbing with advanced stone tool use earlier than thought, showing a complex, mosaic evolution of the human hand that supported both arboreal and terrestrial lifestyles, challenging the idea of a linear hand evolution from ape-like to human-like forms.
A study of fossil hand bones from early human species like Australopithecus sediba and Homo naledi reveals that these ancestors used their hands for both climbing and handling stones, indicating a complex evolution of hand functions that included climbing, gripping, and tool use, challenging the idea of a linear hand evolution towards modern dexterity.
Kami Rita, a 55-year-old Sherpa known as 'Everest Man', has set a new world record by summiting Mount Everest for the 31st time, further cementing his status as a legendary climber and a symbol of Nepal's mountaineering achievements.
Kami Rita Sherpa, a Nepali mountaineer, set a new record by summiting Mount Everest for the 31st time, guiding a team of Indian climbers, and continuing his lifelong passion for mountain climbing.