Climber on trial after girlfriend froze to death on mountain
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died on Austria's highest peak. Prosecutors allege he abandoned her in -20°C conditions. Trial set for February.
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after Kerstin Gurtner, 33, died on Austria's highest peak. Prosecutors allege he abandoned her in -20°C conditions. Trial set for February.
Governor Gavin Newsom's administration plans to roll back restrictions on toxic rat poisons, despite a state report showing widespread poisoning of mountain lions, eagles, and condors. Read the full investigation.
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Austria's highest peak. The trial is set for February 2026. Read the full investigation details.
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Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
Mikaela Shiffrin extends her perfect slalom record with dominant victory at Copper Mountain, Colorado. The American star secures her 104th World Cup win ahead of Milan Cortina Olympics.
Swiss skier Marco Odermatt dominates Copper Mountain Super-G, marking triumphant return after injury. Aleksander Kilde makes emotional comeback after horrific crash.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Authorities are working to recover the bodies.
Discover the ultimate hiking guide to Italy's Dolomites mountains. Explore breathtaking trails, rifugio stays, and practical tips for your 2025 adventure in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.
A 40ft-high waste mountain in Oxfordshire grew within months, prompting PM's condemnation and Environment Agency criminal investigation. Read the latest developments.
A 40ft mountain of waste appeared in Oxfordshire within months. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls it 'utterly appalling' as the Environment Agency launches a criminal probe.
A British woman from Cornwall is among five hikers killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Read the full story of this devastating mountain tragedy.
A British woman and four foreign tourists killed in Torres del Paine blizzard. Rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions in Patagonia tragedy. Read the full story.
Rewilding group Mighty Earth campaigns to reintroduce mountain lions to Vermont to control deer populations and restore ecosystem balance. Could the big cats make a comeback?
Discover the Frattini Bivouac, Italy's remote mountain museum accessible only by an eight-hour hike. Explore how this radical project challenges traditional art curation at 2,300 metres altitude.
As President Michael D. Higgins' term ends, his Bernese Mountain Dog Misneach enjoys final days at Áras an Uachtaráin before moving to Galway. Read about the First Dog's viral moments and public service.
American cycling star Kate Courtney claims her first marathon world title with a dominant performance in Norway, adding another prestigious trophy to her remarkable career.
A devastating avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal has claimed the lives of four mountaineers, including three Nepali guides, highlighting the persistent dangers of high-altitude climbing.
Discover Cycene, the Michelin-starred tasting menu restaurant in Shoreditch's Blue Mountain School, where Chef Theo Clench crafts exquisite seafood-focused dishes in an intimate, art-filled setting.
A devastating avalanche in the Italian Dolomites has claimed the lives of five mountaineers, with one survivor hospitalised in critical condition. The tragedy occurred during a challenging ascent in the Marmolada range.
A devastating avalanche in the Italian Dolomites claims five German mountaineers' lives while two survivors are rescued in a dramatic alpine operation near the Austria-Italy border.
Discover how Beth Pratt's groundbreaking work is transforming wildlife conservation in Yosemite through innovative corridors and community engagement.
A devastating avalanche in northern Italy's South Tyrol region has killed five German climbers, with rescue teams recovering all bodies after a massive search operation.
A devastating avalanche has struck the Italian Alps near the Austrian border, claiming three lives with two climbers still missing as rescue operations continue amid challenging conditions.
Two adventurous women survive 72 hours trapped in treacherous Himalayan terrain before dramatic mountain rescue operation brings them to safety.
In an astonishing tale of human endurance, a French cyclist survived 72 hours at the bottom of a 130-foot ravine in the French Alps, staying hydrated with nothing but a bag of red wine until rescuers heard his faint cries for help.
Discover the ultimate Nordic adventure - skiing to Sweden's highest mountain hut at 2,106 metres, where breathtaking views and Arctic challenges await intrepid travellers.
A 40-year-old Australian mountaineer has died during a daring ascent of Nepal's 7,126-meter Himlung Himal, marking another sombre chapter in this year's Himalayan climbing season.