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Everest: Climbing Amid Crowds

More than 10 people have died on Everest this past week than in all of 2018. Most of the deaths have been attributed to overcrowding, which Nepalese authorities deny. But many argue that far too many permits are issued to inept climbers. We asked who’s to blame. Guests: Ram Nepal - Managing Director of Alpine Rescue Service Adrian Ballinger - Founder and Head Guide of Alpenglow Expeditions #MountEverest #Climbing #ClimbingEverest

Mount Everest Deaths: At least 10 climbers have died this week alone

Mount Everest Deaths: At least 10 climbers have died this week alone

Nepal employs local guides to clean up Mt. Everest | Money Talks

Nepal employs local guides to clean up Mt. Everest | Money Talks

Sherpa Shortage: Tourist numbers to Everest outweigh the suply

Sherpa Shortage: Tourist numbers to Everest outweigh the suply

10 people killed on Everest in 9 days

10 people killed on Everest in 9 days

Can China's peace plan resolve Ukraine conflict?

Can China's peace plan resolve Ukraine conflict?

Is the ‘National Shutdown’ in South Africa a political power play?

Is the ‘National Shutdown’ in South Africa a political power play?

The costly fallout of Iraq invasion

The costly fallout of Iraq invasion

The Imran Khan controversy over alleged sale of state gifts

The Imran Khan controversy over alleged sale of state gifts

Could reviving Saudi Arabia - Iran relations turn bitter rivals into a productive partnership?

Could reviving Saudi Arabia - Iran relations turn bitter rivals into a productive partnership?

Is Georgia's democracy at risk amid protests and anti-democratic legislation?

Is Georgia's democracy at risk amid protests and anti-democratic legislation?

Will Bakhmut fall to Russian forces in Ukraine's latest battle?

Will Bakhmut fall to Russian forces in Ukraine's latest battle?

Israel sees one of the biggest protests in it's history

Israel sees one of the biggest protests in it's history

Are 15-minute cities feasible?

Are 15-minute cities feasible?

Is Sri Lanka one step closer to stabilising its economy?

Is Sri Lanka one step closer to stabilising its economy?

Is it fair to ban one of the world's most popular apps?

Is it fair to ban one of the world's most popular apps?

Can Bangladesh continue to accommodate Rohingya refugees?

Can Bangladesh continue to accommodate Rohingya refugees?

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