Four climbers went up and down Everest in under a week with the help of xenon gas—a record-breaking ascent that has ignited ...

In the north of the country, a village that has been isolated from the outside world for centuries is suffering from the ...

Our planet is filled with breathtaking places that remain hidden from most travelers, yet they hold some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes imaginable. Banff National Park in Canada, the oldest ...

Cerro El Cono, a unique mountain, stands tall in Peru's Amazon. Its shape resembles a pyramid. Locals believe it is a sacred ...

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With a competent guide, active volcano treks are both safe and worth the climb. Here are some of the biggest active volcanoes ...

The highest volcano in the world is Cerro Ojos del Salado. It is a stratovolcano in South America’s Central Volcanic Zone, reaching an impressive 6893 meters above sea level (or at least above ...

In the past century, scientists have observed more rockfalls and avalanches in the Alps, a looming threat to nearby villages.

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