Aug. 12 (UPI) --Nepal will make climbing permits free for 97 of its Himalayan mountains, while also raising fees to summit Mount Everest. The government plans to offer free permits to peaks located in ...

Daredevils may run into a hiccup if they're looking to climb the world’s highest mountain. Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is exploring restricting access to the summit. Nepal has drafted a ...

Climbers trekking through a snowy slope heading to Mount Everest in the distance - Vixit/Shutterstock Mount Everest is the highest point on Earth. It stands at an incredible 29,032 feet and grows ...

Mountaineers will have to contend with much more unpredictable conditions. Climbing Mount Everest is one of the most difficult feats known to humankind, but the treacherous expedition is getting even ...