CIGA Design’s new Everest Summit Central Tourbillon features a real piece of rock from the foothills of Mount Everest, a central tourbillon, and a Grade 5 titanium case — all priced under $3,000. A masterpiece of accessible horology inspired by the world’s highest peak.
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An early, unseasonal snowfall has paralyzed both the Nepali and Tibetan sides of Mount Everest, closing trekking routes and stranding hundreds of hikers. Deep snowdrifts caused a helicopter crash near Lobuche, while rescue operations continue across Manang, Dolpa, and other Himalayan districts.
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Flights to and from Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla have been suspended for three days due to continuous rain and fog. Over 2,700 tourists are stranded across Lukla and Namche Bazaar as hotel rooms run out amid worsening weather.
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82-year-old Olathe resident Dave McClung set a record as the oldest person to trek the 80-mile round trip to Mount Everest South Base Camp, inspiring adventurers worldwide to embrace challenges at any age.
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Fifty years ago, Japanese climber Junko Tabei became the first woman to summit Mount Everest, breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport. Her story, filled with courage and perseverance, continues to inspire generations of women mountaineers around the world
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On May 10–11, 1996, eight climbers died during a violent blizzard on Mount Everest. The tragedy revealed the dangers of commercial expeditions, overcrowding, and human error — and became one of the most infamous disasters in climbing history.
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In one of Mount Everest’s most chilling survival stories, climber Beck Weathers was left for dead after a storm but miraculously staggered back to camp—frozen solid, face blackened, and screaming into a blizzard. His brush with death would later save his marriage and redefine his life.
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Cyclone Monta unleashes record Himalayan snowfall, forcing authorities to close access to Mount Everest and paralyzing travel across India, Nepal, and Tibet. Tourism operations are suspended as rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions.
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Explorer and survivalist Bear Grylls says his latest book, The Greatest Story Ever Told: An Eyewitness Account, challenged him more than climbing Mount Everest — calling it the “hardest and most rewarding” project of his life.
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A rescue helicopter attempting to retrieve trekkers near Lobuche Mountain in Nepal’s Mount Everest region has crash-landed during landing. The pilot survived and was airlifted to Lukla Airport, authorities confirmed.
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Both Nepal and China have closed the Everest region to trekkers and climbers after unseasonal heavy snow blanketed the Himalayas. A rescue helicopter crashed near Lobuche, highlighting the extreme conditions as authorities suspend trekking and issue urgent weather warnings.
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Actress, dancer, and mountaineer Kabita Nepali has released a powerful documentary film chronicling her double-summit achievement — conquering Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse within just 24 hours. The film highlights her endurance, courage, and the lessons she learned along the way.
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