You have questions about Mount Everest. Our reporter at base camp has answers.

Do you have a question about Mount Everest, Nepal, or the Himalayas? Ben Ayers, our longtime Everest report, is here to provide answers.
New York Post

Mount Everest’s filthy base camp conditions, thick traffic jams in the spotlight as two climbers believed to be dead

Climbers have to navigate thick traffic jams, a filthy, sprawling base camp — and increasingly, death — while trying to get to the world’s highest Instagram hot spot. Renewed attention is being paid to the crowded conditions on Mount Everest, where ...

Mount Everest season opens late, with climbers undeterred by huge ice block and high travel costs

Hundreds of climbers are attempting to scale Mount Everest despite high costs and an unstable ice block on the key trail.

This Gear Kept Me Warm, Dry, and Healthy During My Hike to Mount Everest Base Camp

Our Mount Everest reporter recently completed the 11-day hike to Base Camp. These boots, gaiters, jackets, and masks helped him thrive in the rocky terrain and extreme elements.
IFLScience

Mount Everest Base Camp Has Been Forced To Move Due To Climate Change

Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work covers anything from archaeology and the environment to technology and culture. Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work covers anything from archaeology and the environment to ...

Mount Everest climbers blocked by massive 10-story-high ice chunk

A massive block of ice has closed the ascent path of Mount Everest as climbing season begins. Here is what could happen.