Nepal marks 72nd anniversary of first Mount Everest climb

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Nepal marks 72nd anniversary of first Mount Everest climb

Earlier this week, a Nepalese climber reached the peak of the world's tallest mountain for a record 31st time. And this Thursday marks 72 years since the first successful ascent of Mount Everest. But while the summit continues to draw tourists and climbers, it's facing urgent threats, as Danielle Neri explains.

May 29, 2025