#Everest

2 articles tagged with "Everest"

Jim Whittaker, Pioneer of American Mountaineering, Passes Away at 97

Jim Whittaker, renowned for being the first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest, died at his home in Port Townsend, Washington, at the age of 97.

editorial-staff 2 days ago

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Everest guides caught up in $20 million fake rescue scam

Over 4,700 trekkers could have been affected by a multi-million-dollar insurance scam involving mountain guides and helicopter companies.

editorial-staff Updated 7 days ago