Last 1953 Everest survivor Kanchha Sherpa dies
The mountaineering world mourns as Kanchha Sherpa, final surviving member of the pioneering team that first conquered Mount Everest in 1953, passes away at age 91 in Nepal.
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Last 1953 Everest survivor Kanchha Sherpa dies at 91
Mount Everest mourns as Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the historic 1953 first ascent team, passes away in Nepal at age 91, closing a legendary chapter in mountaineering history.
Everest First Ascent: The Untold Sherpa Story
Exclusive insight reveals how Tenzing Norgay's crucial role in the 1953 Everest conquest reshaped mountaineering history and sparked lasting debate about recognition.
Gen Z's Global Awakening: Youth Reshape Protest Movements
A new generation of digitally-native activists is transforming grassroots movements worldwide, leveraging social media and fresh tactics to challenge established power structures from Kathmandu to Casablanca.
Morocco's Gen Z defies crackdown with new protests
Young Moroccans are preparing to resume pro-democracy demonstrations despite government repression that has left several dead and hundreds detained in what activists call a systematic crackdown.
Kamala Harris confronts protests during Chicago book tour
Vice President Kamala Harris confronted vocal demonstrations in Chicago as protesters disrupted her 'Embodied Justice' book tour, highlighting growing political tensions.
Pakistan police clash with Islamist protesters in Lahore
Violent clashes erupted in Lahore as Pakistani police confronted Islamist protesters, leaving multiple officers injured and resulting in numerous arrests during the tense standoff.
Met Police criticised over Palestine protest arrests
London's Metropolitan Police confronts mounting criticism after arresting protesters for displaying Palestinian symbols during demonstrations, sparking intense debate about free speech and policing impartiality.
Gen Z Leads Massive UK Protests Against Rwanda Deportation Plan
A new generation of activists is taking to the streets as thousands of young Britons protest against the government's controversial Rwanda asylum policy, signalling a major political awakening.
Everest Miracle: Four Hikers Survive Harrowing Ordeal
Against impossible odds, four hikers trapped on Everest's treacherous slopes survived a harrowing 48-hour ordeal before a daring high-altitude rescue mission brought them to safety.
Everest Blizzard Rescue: All Hikers Safely Evacuated
In a dramatic high-altitude rescue operation, all climbers trapped on Mount Everest by a ferocious blizzard have been brought to safety after being stranded for days in treacherous conditions.
China redraws Everest map, tensions with Nepal
Beijing's unilateral announcement of Mount Everest's new height measurement has ignited a diplomatic row with Nepal, challenging long-established geographical agreements and raising concerns about geopolitical influence in the region.
London's huge pro-Palestine march demands Gaza ceasefire
Central London witnessed one of the largest pro-Palestinian demonstrations since the October 7th attacks, with organisers claiming over 300,000 attendees demanding immediate ceasefire and condemning Israeli military action in Gaza.
Israel Premier Tech races as 'IPT' after name change demand
Cycling team Israel Premier Tech competes as 'IPT' after Spanish authorities demand name change following security concerns over pro-Palestinian demonstrations at the Vuelta a España.
Universities warn pro-Palestine protesters over terrorism laws
British universities caution student societies organising pro-Palestine demonstrations that they could face prosecution under terrorism legislation for commemorating Hamas's attacks on Israel.
Everest Blizzard Rescue: Climbers Saved From Death Zone
Exclusive report reveals how multiple mountaineers were dramatically rescued from Mount Everest after being trapped by a sudden, violent snowstorm at extreme altitudes.
Nepal Floods: 14 Dead as Monsoon Rains Wreak Havoc
Deadly flash floods and landslides triggered by relentless monsoon rains have killed at least 14 people across Nepal, with neighbouring Indian states also on high alert as rivers overflow.
China installs surveillance cameras on Mount Everest
Beijing extends its controversial surveillance network to world's highest peak, installing cameras that monitor both Chinese and Nepalese sides of Everest amid growing geopolitical tensions.
Police storm Ecuador university in diesel protest crackdown
Riot police in Ecuador have forcibly entered a major Quito university campus after demonstrators blocked roads in protest against soaring diesel prices, leading to multiple arrests and escalating tensions.
Everest snowstorm traps 1000 in massive rescue crisis
A massive rescue operation is underway on Mount Everest as a sudden snowstorm traps approximately 1000 people, including climbers and support staff, in one of the most dangerous mountain emergencies in recent history.
Police accused of 'political policing' over Palestine protests
Shadow justice secretary Shabana Mahmood condemns police response to pro-Palestine demonstrations as officers warn protesters could face arrest for displaying Palestinian flags.
Darjeeling flash floods: Death toll rises in disaster
Catastrophic flash floods and landslides have struck India's Darjeeling district and neighbouring Nepal, claiming multiple lives and leaving widespread destruction in their wake.
Major Pro-Palestinian Protests Hit UK Cities
Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters have taken to the streets of Manchester and London in major demonstrations calling for government action on Gaza, with significant police presence deployed.
Leqaa Kordia University Gaza protests: Campus occupation escalates
Leqaa Kordia University becomes epicentre of campus activism as pro-Palestinian protesters occupy buildings, demanding academic ties be cut with Israeli institutions. Police maintain watch as tensions escalate.
Cyclist Adam Hansen faces backlash over Palestine stance
CPA president Adam Hansen confronts criticism after supporting rider protests during Vuelta a España, highlighting growing political tensions in professional cycling.
Cleverly urges Palestine protesters to 'step back'
James Cleverly issues urgent plea for calm as massive pro-Palestinian demonstrations planned across UK this weekend, amid rising community tensions after Manchester incident.
Families join global Gaza flotilla protests
Relatives of international activists aboard a humanitarian flotilla heading for Gaza have joined worldwide demonstrations amid growing concerns over Israel's naval blockade and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Mass Anti-Israel Protests Erupt Across UK Cities
Major UK cities including London, Manchester and Glasgow witness large-scale protests against Israeli military action, with heightened police presence deployed across multiple locations.
Morocco scraps medical fees after Gen Z protests
In an unprecedented display of youth power, Moroccan authorities have scrapped controversial medical school fees after massive student protests organised entirely through social media.
Morocco protests turn deadly as police open fire
Moroccan cities erupt in violence as security forces fire live ammunition on demonstrators, marking the first deaths in escalating youth-led protests against government policies and economic conditions.
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