Nanga Parbat back in headlines as Everest season sparks mass climbs; the 8,126m giant towers over the Karakoram, premiering a new era of high-stakes ascent chatter. #NangaParbat #ClimbingNews
A busy Everest climbing season has seen hundreds reaching the summit from Nepal, with a surge in permits and concerns over crowding and safety. Notable young climber Bianca Adler has become the youngest Australian to summit, while Everest trends show overcrowding and environmental pressures. Five climbers have died this season.