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.
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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.
Search for George Smyth, 18, continues in treacherous Romanian mountains after his final call reporting hypothermia. Rescue efforts hampered by severe weather.
A new report reveals rising hate and threats are silencing female politicians in Sweden, posing a severe threat to democracy. Read the full investigation.
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.
After three years closed, Pete's Eats cafe has reopened in Llanberis, bringing new life to the Eryri mountain village while honouring its climbing heritage. Discover the transformation.
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?
Four men connected to the far-right 'Active Club Sweden' have been sentenced to prison for racially motivated assaults in Stockholm. Read the full details of the case.
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.
Discover why modern Swedes are reviving ancient Norse paganism, with rituals attracting thousands seeking identity and climate solace. Explore this surprising spiritual movement.
Graham Potter's first game as Sweden manager ended in a 3-1 defeat to Switzerland, forcing his team into the unseeded World Cup playoff path. Read the full match report.
Graham Potter reveals he didn't require time off after leaving West Ham, immediately taking charge of Sweden's World Cup qualifying campaign. Can he revive their fortunes?
A bus has hit a bus stop in central Stockholm, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Police are investigating the incident as involuntary manslaughter. Follow for live updates.
A bus collision in central Stockholm has resulted in multiple casualties. Police confirm fatalities and injuries near the University of Technology. Follow for live updates.
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.
Rescue teams battle harsh conditions to recover bodies of international mountaineers after devastating avalanche strikes Himalayan peak in Nepal's Kangchenjunga region.
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.
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