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55-Year-Old Sherpa Sets Everest Record with 31st Summit
5/27/2025
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- Nepali Sherpa Kami Rita has made history by conquering Mount Everest for the 31st time, breaking his own record at the age of 55. Leading Indian army officials to the 8,894m summit, his remarkable achievements shine a spotlight on Nepal, even as concerns about overcrowding and environmental impacts on Everest grow.
