Mountaineering

An argument over the right of way on a narrow and dangerous trail in the Alps turned into a violent confrontation, documented on the helmet camera of one of the climbers. The Austrian guide threatened the climber and physically confronted him. Following the incident, a police investigation was opened and the guide surrendered his license.

A father in Japan left his 7-year-old son alone at an altitude of 2,500 meters after the boy grew tired during a climb up Mount Fuji. The child was found by a mountain worker in rain and fog. Police ordered the father to return and reprimanded him for his reckless behavior.

American climber Jake Wizenent was known primarily for his speed climbs on some of the most challenging routes in Yosemite National Park. The athlete held a series of remarkable climbing achievements.

He grew up in poverty in Nepal, served in the British Special Forces, and turned local climbers from support staff into the main stars. Nirmal "Nimsdai" Purja conquered the world's 14 highest peaks in 189 days, led the first winter ascent of K2, and became an international icon thanks to Netflix. Alongside his achievements, he faced sharp criticism and serious allegations, which he denied. This...

Nirmal Purja, who broke the world climbing record, has died in Pakistan alongside nine other expedition members. The organizing company confirmed the tragedy, and his business partner stated that tracking data showed him being swept down the mountain.

A mountain hike turned into a nightmare: the injured hiker used his medical expertise to manage his trauma. His friends coordinated with rescue teams via satellite, while the climber requested that others be warned to spare children from seeing the injury.

Five climbers from Bosnia and Herzegovina have died on Mount Elbrus in Russia after being caught in a violent storm. The incident was reported on Sunday by the RIA Novosti news agency, citing Russian authorities.