Everest climber left for dead in 1996 storm survives
Beck Weathers, presumed dead in Everest's 1996 disaster, survived against all odds. His miraculous rescue and life-changing recovery story revealed. Read his incredible journey.
Category : Search result: Everest 1996 disaster
Everest climber left for dead returns after 1996 storm
Beck Weathers, presumed dead in Everest's 1996 disaster, miraculously survived. Read his harrowing tale of rescue, disfigurement, and profound life change.
Original Mission: Impossible Film Airs on BBC Three Tonight
The 1996 spy thriller 'Mission: Impossible', starring Tom Cruise and directed by Brian De Palma, airs on BBC Three tonight at 10pm. Discover the film that started a billion-dollar franchise.
Everest rubbish deposit scheme scrapped over cheating
A $4,000 deposit scheme to clear Mount Everest of waste has been axed after 11 years, as climbers cheated by collecting low-altitude rubbish. Officials now plan a non-refundable fee. Read the full investigation.
Nepal ends failed Everest waste deposit scheme
Nepal is ditching its refundable Everest waste deposit after over a decade, replacing it with a non-refundable $4,000 fee to fund a major clean-up. Read the full story.
Everest waste deposit scheme scrapped after failing
Nepal will abandon its decade-old Mount Everest waste deposit scheme, admitting it failed to reduce rubbish. A new non-refundable $4,000 fee is planned. Read the full story.
Independence Day: Iconic 90s Blockbuster on E4 Tonight
The iconic 1996 sci-fi blockbuster 'Independence Day', starring Will Smith, airs on E4 tonight at 6.15pm. Discover why this film, which grossed $817.4 million, remains a fan favourite.
1996 Christmas Catalogue Shows Huge Grocery Price Rises
A 1996 Coles Christmas catalogue has gone viral, revealing jaw-dropping price increases for festive staples. Discover how costs have soared and why shoppers are in shock.
Epstein Files: FBI Ignored 1996 Child Porn Complaint
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents confirm the FBI failed to act on a 1996 child pornography complaint, a decade before investigating. Survivor Maria Farmer speaks out. Read the full story.
Spencer Matthews on brother's death and sobriety
Spencer Matthews reveals he never processed his brother Michael's death on Everest and carried 'shame' through his 20s. He credits wife Vogue Williams for his sobriety and Guinness World Records. Read the full interview.
Bold Street's Time Slip Mysteries Continue to Haunt Liverpool
Explore the eerie 'time slip' phenomena on Liverpool's Bold Street, where visitors report stepping into the 1950s. Discover the famous case of 'Frank' and the street's hidden history.
Thailand floods: 145 dead, 3.6 million affected
Catastrophic flooding in southern Thailand has killed at least 145 people and impacted 3.6 million residents. Discover the full extent of the damage and ongoing relief efforts.
Thailand flood death toll rises above 80
Severe flooding in southern Thailand claims over 80 lives as waters begin to subside, affecting 3 million people across 12 provinces. Emergency response continues.
Boy, 9, treks to Everest Base Camp for food poverty charity
Rio James, a nine-year-old from Derby, braved -22C temperatures and altitude sickness to reach Everest Base Camp, raising thousands for a local food poverty charity. Discover his incredible journey.
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 23
The death toll from devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has climbed to 23, with 28 people still missing. Rescue teams are working against the clock. Read the latest updates.
UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills multiple in Philippines flooding
Tropical Storm Kalmaegi unleashes devastation across Cebu province, claiming multiple lives and triggering catastrophic flooding as rescue operations intensify.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines, thousands evacuated
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaks havoc across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread flooding and power outages as emergency services battle to rescue trapped residents.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with devastating floods
Powerful Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and devastating floods across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and causing widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Philippines, forces mass evacuations
Severe Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds across northern Philippines, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread devastation as it continues its dangerous path.
Mother and Son Make History as First Everest Family Duo
In an extraordinary display of familial determination, a mother and son from the UK have become the first parent-child team to conquer Mount Everest simultaneously, sharing an emotional embrace at 29,000 feet.
Typhoon Kalmaegi batters Philippines with severe flooding
Severe tropical storm Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains across northern Philippines, triggering widespread flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.
Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
Australian teen's Everest ordeal with altitude sickness
Exclusive: A 19-year-old Australian climber faces life-threatening altitude sickness during Everest summit attempt, highlighting the extreme dangers facing young adventurers on the world's highest peak.
Uganda Landslide Tragedy: 63 Dead at Primary School
At least 63 people, mostly children, are feared dead after catastrophic landslides buried classrooms at Bakuku Primary School in Uganda's Bududa district during heavy rainfall.
Louvre's stolen jewels destroyed in brutal heist aftermath
Exclusive investigation reveals the tragic fate of the Louvre's stolen crown jewels - crushed, broken and vanished after one of France's most audacious museum thefts.
Paris Tornado: One Dead, Dozens Injured in City Centre
A devastating tornado has struck central Paris, leaving one person dead and multiple injured as emergency services battle the aftermath of the unprecedented weather event.
MP warns Hillsborough Law could create 'slippery slope'
Labour MP Ian Byrne raises urgent concerns about the proposed Hillsborough Law, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future tragedy responses while honouring victims' legacy.
Ying's Triumph shocks racing world in Hong Kong Everest upset
Hong Kong's racing scene witnesses a stunning upset as outsider Ying's Triumph claims victory in the prestigious Hong Kong Everest, defying expectations and shaking up the established order.
Ka Ying Rising blitzes Everest field in 2025 stunner
Hong Kong's racing superstar Ka Ying Rising delivered a breathtaking performance to claim the 2025 Everest crown, leaving the racing world in awe with a dominant display at Royal Randwick.
Page 1 of 4