Swiss National Mourning for 40 Dead in Alpine Bar Fire
Switzerland holds a national day of mourning for the 40 killed in the Crans-Montana bar fire. A criminal investigation is underway into the tragedy. Read the full details.
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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.
Daredevil Climbs Frozen Waterfall in Yorkshire Dales
Adventurer Mick Ellerton seizes rare chance to ice climb a frozen waterfall at Gordale Scar as UK braces for Storm Goretti's snow and 90mph winds. Read his safety advice.
Ice climber ascends frozen waterfall in Yorkshire Dales
Adventurer Mick Ellerton, 48, seized the rare chance to climb a frozen waterfall at Gordale Scar as Arctic conditions grip Britain. Discover his story and the looming threat of Storm Goretti.
British Skier Dies in Italian Alps Cardiac Arrest
A 49-year-old British skier has died in the Italian Alps after suffering a cardiac arrest. The tragedy follows another fatal incident involving a UK national in the French Alps last month. Read more.
January pruning task ensures bountiful climbing rose blooms
Gardening experts reveal a crucial January pruning task for climbing roses that guarantees a spectacular summer display. Learn the simple steps for healthier plants and more flowers.
Expert's January pruning tip for bountiful climbing roses
Gardening expert Paul Parker reveals why January is the perfect time for a hard prune of climbing roses to guarantee a spectacular summer bloom. Follow his simple steps.
Climber's Agonising Death Just Metres From Rescuers
The horrifying story of Toni Kurz, who died on the Eiger's North Face in 1936, left dangling for days just metres from his would-be rescuers. Discover the fatal error that sealed his fate.
Eiger Climber's Agony: Days on Rope, Metres From Rescue
The horrifying true story of Toni Kurz, who dangled for days on the Eiger's North Face, a mere arm's reach from his rescuers. Discover the fatal error that sealed his fate.
Climber dies in tragic fall on Colorado's Citadel Peak
An experienced climber has died after falling hundreds of feet on Colorado's Citadel Peak. Rescue officials describe the New Year's Day incident as a 'tragic accident'. Read the full report.
Man dies, wife critical in Austrian Alps toboggan accident
A couple plunged 250ft down a mountain in the Austrian Alps after taking a wrong turn on a toboggan run. The husband died instantly, his wife is critically injured. Read the full story.
Deadly Swiss Alpine Bar Fire on New Year's
Dozens are feared dead after a fire ripped through a crowded Alpine bar during New Year's celebrations in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. Over 100 were injured in one of Switzerland's worst tragedies.
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.
Climbing Saved Abuse Survivor from Decades of Trauma
Iain Peters, abused as a child by a BBC presenter, reveals how mountaineering saved his sanity. After 50 years of silence, his award-winning memoir offers hope to survivors.
Alpine A390 Review: F1-Inspired EV Excels on Road
The Alpine A390 electric SUV offers brilliant F1-inspired handling and style, but rear-seat space disappoints. Is this £61k+ EV a true family car? Read our full verdict.
Manslaughter charge after woman left to freeze on mountain
A 36-year-old man faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Grossglockner mountain. Prosecutors detail critical errors and negligence in the tragic case.
Man on trial after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning Kerstin Gurtner on Austria's highest mountain. The trial begins in February. Read the full story.
Mountaineer froze to death after boyfriend 'abandoned' her
Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died 150ft below the summit of Grossglockner in -20C. Her boyfriend, Thomas Plamberger, now faces a negligent homicide charge. Read the full investigation details.
Prune These 3 Plants in December for Spring Growth
Expert gardening advice reveals the three plants to prune now for vigorous growth. Learn the correct winter pruning techniques for fruit bushes, wisteria, and climbing roses.
Man Charged After Girlfriend Dies on Austria's Highest Mountain
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after leaving his inexperienced girlfriend for six hours on Grossglockner, where she froze to death. Read the full investigation details.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki
Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak
Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.
Two climbers die in fall from Mount Cook
A mountain guide and client have died after falling from Aoraki/Mount Cook's summit ridge. The incident is a stark reminder of the inherent dangers of alpine climbing.
Two climbers dead after fall on Aoraki Mount Cook
Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Read the full report on the alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak Aoraki
Two mountaineers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued unharmed. The tragedy highlights the dangers of New Zealand's alpine terrain.
Gardening expert's free hack stops plants snapping
Discover Diarmuid Gavin's ingenious trick using old tights to protect climbing roses from storm damage. Plus essential November gardening jobs and fascinating carnivorous plants.
Five Strokes After Climbing Fall and Chiropractic Visit
Haley Schoen's life was upended after a routine climb and chiropractic neck manipulation led to a torn artery and five strokes. Learn the risks and her vital warning.
Search continues for Italian climbers after Nepal avalanche
Rescue teams battle treacherous conditions in Nepal's Himalayas as search continues for six missing Italian mountaineers following devastating avalanche on Mount Manaslu.
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