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Mount Everest is the world’s highest peak at more than 29,000 feet. Climbing it was once reserved for ultra-elite mountaineers.

In 'Nima,' the dangers for sherpas who help Westerners summit Everest

Mount Everest is the world’s highest peak at more than 29,000 feet. Climbing it was once reserved for ultra-elite mountaineers.

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