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- 📌 Aussi· 26 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Weekend Warm-Up: Tierra de Patagones
A feature-length film follows two surfing brothers to an isolated, difficult-to-reach island off the southern coast of South America in search of waves. The film is titled 'Tierra de Patagones.' No mountaineering content is described in the source.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 📌 Aussi· 24 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
A Beginner is Trying to Kayak the Entire Coast of Brazil From South to North
Diogo Aguiar, a self-described beginner, set out in 2025 to kayak 8,200km along the entire coast of Brazil from south to north. He had a dream but no prior experience when he began the attempt.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🎒 Matériel· 23 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Deal of the Week: An Arc’teryx Approach Shoe That Doubles as a Trail Runner
An Arc'teryx approach shoe that doubles as a trail runner is currently on sale. Climbing.com rates it their top all-around approach shoe of the year.
- 🌦️ Conditions· 22 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: low
Dhaulagiri Climb Paused But Not Finished
A Dhaulagiri expedition has been paused but not abandoned, with roughly three dozen foreign climbers and their Sherpa supporters choosing to wait out current conditions for approximately one week before reassessing. No summit push is imminent; the team is holding position pending a conditions review.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 📌 Aussi· 21 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
What it means to be a peripheral country in the age of uncertainties
An analysis from the Kathmandu Post argues that peripheral nations project an illusion of stable governance while structural policy, economic reality, and disaster response deteriorate beneath the surface. The piece examines the gap between official messaging and the underlying fragility faced by countries on the margins of global power.
- 📌 Aussi· 21 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
Before the Flood: The Rich History of Tibet's Kyirong Valley
Tibet's Kyirong Valley, whose name translates to 'Valley of Happiness' in Tibetan, is the subject of a historical feature. A natural disaster has turned the valley into a place of misery for many inhabitants, contrasting sharply with its name's meaning.
Sources :explorersweb.com - ⛰️ À la une· 21 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Balendra Shah UN speech: Full transcript of Nepal prime minister’s address to the 81st UN General Assembly
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah addressed the 81st UN General Assembly, using Nepal's Bhotekoshi flood disaster as a focal point to argue for climate justice and a new Himalayan climate-resilience mechanism with stronger regional early-warning systems. Shah called for greater grant-based climate finance, UN support for riverbank resettlement and green reconstruction, and an extension of Nepal's LDC graduation timeline, while also pushing for reform of the global multilateral order to better serve vulnerable countries. The address was described as Shah's most sustained public argument since taking office, drawing significant international media attention to Nepal's climate vulnerability.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 21 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
High Risk on Manaslu: Two Die in Avalanche; Summit Push Continues
Two climbers died in an avalanche on Manaslu as a brief summit window opened, with most teams pressing on despite the risk while others waited cautiously or were sent home by outfitters. An approaching cyclone forced a full Base Camp retreat, with outfitters unwilling to wait out delays of weeks. A severe storm is forecast to pummel Nepal for four to five days before diminishing.
- 📌 Aussi· 21 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
A 400Km Kayak Expedition Around a Russian Arctic Island
A mixed team of six men and two women completed what they claim is the first kayak circumnavigation of Vaigach Island, a Russian Arctic island approximately 50km south of Novaya Zemlya. The expedition covered 400km by kayak around the island.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 📌 Aussi· 19 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
Life Lessons From the Climbing Couple Who Became Dirtbags in the 1940s
The documentary 'Catching Pinecones' tells the story of Jan and Herb Conn, a climbing couple who embraced dirtbag life in the 1940s. The film covers life lessons drawn from their decades-long unconventional lifestyle.
- 🏔️ Saison· 19 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
Yes, Honnold Visualized Falling—and Other Details from Jimmy Chin’s New Book of Advice from Extraordinary People
Jimmy Chin's new book revisits Alex Honnold's mental preparation ahead of his historic free solo of El Capitan, including the detail that Honnold visualized falling. The book compiles advice from extraordinary people, with Honnold's mindset as a featured subject.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 19 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Langtang Flood Update: 1,453 Dead, 6,664 Missing
A catastrophic flood in Nepal's Langtang region has killed 1,453 people with 6,664 still missing three weeks after the disaster. The death and missing counts continue to change daily. Some bodies were carried as far as 240km downriver into India.
- ⛰️ À la une· 18 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
How Nepal’s current crisis sparks a new vision for multilateral engagements in the face of climate challenges
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah addressed the 81st UN General Assembly on climate justice, the Bhotekoshi floods, and the concerns of mountain countries, drawing significant diplomatic interest. Foreign Minister Khanal held bilateral meetings on the sidelines with Indian, US, and other counterparts focused on flood recovery, while the US announced an additional $31 million in support bringing its total flood response to over $36 million. Analysts say Nepal's positioning at this UNGA could mark a turning point in the country's multilateral climate diplomacy.
- ⛰️ À la une· 18 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal seeks greater international support for Nepal’s recovery and climate resilience
Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, speaking at the UN General Assembly, called for greater international support for Nepal's post-disaster recovery, climate-resilient infrastructure, and disaster preparedness financing for climate-vulnerable countries. Khanal also urged faster climate finance delivery and stronger adaptation measures, echoing Prime Minister Balendra Shah's parallel UNGA address linking Nepal's Bhotekoshi floods to climate justice demands.
- 🧭 Technique· 18 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Getting My Knee Stuck in an Offwidth Was Just as Scary as It Sounds. Here’s How I Avoid Doing It Again.
A climbing.com article addresses the hazard of getting a knee trapped in an offwidth crack, offering technique-based advice on how to avoid the situation and how to escape it if it occurs. The piece is instructional in nature, drawing on firsthand experience. No specific accident or injury is reported.
- 📌 Aussi· 17 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
The Long Walk: Great Tale, Big Lie
Slavomir Rawicz's celebrated book 'The Long Walk,' recounting his purported WWII escape from a Soviet gulag, has been called one of the great adventure stories ever written. Reporting from explorersweb.com asserts the account is fabricated. The book's status as a true story is now disputed.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🌦️ Conditions· 17 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
BP Highway to close at night in Kavrepalanchok from September 24 to 28 amid flood risk
Nepali authorities are closing the BP Highway in Kavrepalanchok from 5pm to 5am nightly between September 24–28 due to flood risk tied to an approaching cyclone. The meteorological office is urging people to avoid long-distance travel September 25–27 and warning of potential flooding in Kathmandu and surrounding areas. Settlements along the Kali Gandaki river face rising flood and glacial hazard risk, and trekkers in the mountains are being advised to descend to safer elevations.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 16 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Manaslu Avalanche and Potential Heavy Snow at Month End? – Updated
Two climbers died in an avalanche on Manaslu, and a separate slide buried fixed ropes near Camp 4 just hours before Sherpa rope-fixers planned to use them for a summit push. With over 1,000 people on the mountain, an approaching typhoon accelerated a chaotic rush to summit before the storm, but outfitters ultimately sent everyone back to Base Camp. Even rope-fixers have abandoned the effort as the typhoon nears landfall, threatening feet of snow at higher elevations and potential flooding in Kathmandu, effectively ending the 2026 Manaslu season.
- 📌 Aussi· 16 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Here are the Winners of the 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year
The 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition has announced its winners, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the world's oceans. The annual competition presents the best ocean images of the year.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🚨 Sécurité· 15 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: low
A Drone Saved a Stranded Climber in the Middle of the Night. How Did He Get There in the First Place?
A climber was stranded on a wall and rescued via drone rope delivery in the middle of the night, raising questions about how he ended up ropeless while wearing a harness and helmet. The incident has drawn widespread media coverage focused on the drone technology rather than the circumstances leading to the stranding.
- 🏔️ Saison· 15 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
Adam Ondra Ropes Up on The Fish, the 37-Pitch 5.12 that Hansjörg Auer Free Soloed
Adam Ondra climbed The Fish in the Dolomites, a 37-pitch 5.12 route made famous by Hansjörg Auer's free solo ascent. Ondra released footage of the climb with a rope. Source 2 is unrelated to the headline.
- 📌 Aussi· 15 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Minister Geeta Chaudhary on the Jeetpur-Simara case, the government’s response, and what she believes needs to change
Cabinet minister Geeta Chaudhary addresses the Jeetpur-Simara case and the government's response, arguing that out-of-court settlements and a lack of economic rights continue to drive Nepal's cycle of violence. She offers an unvarnished assessment of what systemic changes she believes are needed. No mountaineering relevance is present in this or any supporting source.
- 🧭 Technique· 15 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Want to Get Better at Bouldering? Try the First Move 4 Different Ways.
Climbing coach Tom Randall advocates practicing the first move of a boulder problem four different ways as an underrated technique-building strategy. The approach targets the start of a boulder, which Randall argues is often overlooked despite its training potential.
- 📌 Aussi· 13 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
You Can Still Afford to Live in a Great Climbing Town. Here Are 6.
Climbing.com identified six underrated climbing towns that remain affordable despite sky-high housing prices in many premier climbing destinations. The piece targets climbers priced out of well-known hubs seeking communities where they can still afford to live near quality climbing.
- ⛰️ À la une· 12 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: medium
An Interview With Tenzing Norgay’s Son and the Director of the New Biopic ‘Tenzing’
A new biopic titled 'Tenzing' about Tenzing Norgay, who made the first ascent of Everest with Edmund Hillary, premiered in September and is set for wider release in October. The film is the first feature-length production about Norgay, and an interview with his son and the director has been published ahead of the release.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 11 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
A Mis-Clipped Anchor Leads to a 60-foot Ground Fall—And a Miraculous Catch
A climber survived a 60-foot ground fall caused by a mis-clipped anchor and was caught by spotters below. The incident highlights the rare but critical role of spotting even on roped climbs before the first piece of protection is properly clipped.
- 📌 Aussi· 10 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
Arghakhanchi man gave up a job in South Korea to build a farm in his village
Source [2] describes Khem Pandey returning to Arghakhanchi after 13 years working in India and Malaysia — not South Korea as the headline states — and investing over Rs100 million in a farm producing milk, vegetables, and staple crops. The headline contains a factual error on the country of employment. Neither source contains mountaineering content relevant to this newsletter.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 10 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
A Climber and His Rescuer Share Takeaways After Getting Benighted on Pingora Peak
A climber was rescued after getting benighted on Pingora Peak in Wyoming's Wind River Range. Both the climber and his rescuer have shared lessons learned from the incident.
- ⛰️ À la une· 10 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
USDA Extends Public Comment Period to Defend the Roadless Rule by 15 Days
The USDA has extended the public comment period by 15 days for a proposed rollback of the 25-year-old Roadless Rule, which protects 44.7 million acres of national forest. The Trump administration's proposal would affect lands relevant to climbers and outdoor recreationists. Climbers are encouraged to submit comments during this extended period.
- ⛰️ À la une· 10 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Manaslu Dominates Autumn Himalaya Season and One Death
Nepal issued a record 451 climbing permits on Manaslu (8,163m) this autumn after China closed Tibet to mountaineering and floods disrupted access elsewhere, potentially putting 1,128 climbers on the mountain with a 1:1.5 member-to-support ratio. Nepal collected over $1.35 million in royalties from the surge. One death has been reported on the mountain.
- 📌 Aussi· 9 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: low
Outdated Zoning Codes Are Holding Climbing Gyms Back. Climbers Are Paying the Price.
Outdated zoning codes are creating significant obstacles for climbing gym owners as the indoor climbing industry begins to contract. Gym operators are fighting these regulatory barriers to stay in business, with climbers ultimately bearing the cost.
- 📌 Aussi· 8 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
What It's Like to Experience the World's Worst Sting, From a Giant Venomous Centipede
Entomologist Justin Schmidt created a four-level insect sting pain index in 1983, ranging from red fire ant (level 1) to northern warrior wasp, bullet ant, and tarantula hawk (level 4). The scale is limited to Hymenoptera (ants, bees, wasps) and does not cover centipedes. The source text is truncated before describing the centipede sting experience referenced in the headline.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🌦️ Conditions· 8 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Manaslu Trail Flooded, Halting Treks and Forcing Climbers to Fly to Base Camp
Heavy rain has flooded the main trail to Manaslu, halting all trekking while locals scramble to open an alternative route that includes at least one challenging bridge crossing. Climbers are being flown by helicopter to base camp to keep the season viable. A record number of climbers are already on the mountain, where rope fixers have reached Camp 3 and teams await stabilization of last week's heavy snowfall before advancing.
- ⛰️ À la une· 7 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
How the 1976 Yosemite Plane Crash Inadvertently Shaped Climbing History
A 1976 plane crash in Yosemite inadvertently shaped climbing history, as revealed in a new documentary. The film exposes the involvement of climbers in the incident and includes an interview with the director and a source who came forward 50 years later.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 4 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
Climber Decks Onto Belayer on First Ascent Attempt in Scotland
On August 29, pro climber Mat Wright fell and crashed into his belayer during a first ascent attempt in Scotland. Wright has since reflected on lessons learned from the incident.
- 🏔️ Saison· 4 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Exclusive: Amity Martin Establishes Stunning 5.14a Deep in the Winds
Amity Martin established the first ascent of a 5.14a route in the Wind River Range, Wyoming, after spending 50 days in the backcountry. The route is now the hardest in the Winds.
- ⛰️ À la une· 3 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Nepal secures $20 million from Loss and Damage Fund, awaits decision on Bhotekoshi plea
Nepal has secured $20 million from the Loss and Damage Fund based on a request made earlier this year, but a separate emergency appeal filed after the August 26 Bhotekoshi flood disaster still awaits approval. The August 26 flood struck the Nepal–Tibet border, killing at least 1,273 people with an estimated 4,750 still missing. More than a dozen fund members are pushing for an emergency board meeting to consider Nepal's post-flood appeal.
- 🧭 Technique· 3 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
This Rappel Mistake Can Be Fatal. Why Don’t More Climbers Know About It?
A climbing.com article warns of a potentially fatal rappel error that many climbers are unaware of. The specific hazard involves setting the midpoint incorrectly when rappelling with two ropes of different diameters.
- 🌦️ Conditions· 3 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Experts urge urgent stabilisation of Krishnabhir. Tunnel or bridge advised for long term fix
Engineers and geologists warn that the temporary route built above the collapsed Krishnabhir stretch remains vulnerable and requires immediate slope stabilisation treatment. Experts are recommending a tunnel or bridge as the long-term solution to restore reliable access. The situation stems from the catastrophic August 2026 Nepal–Tibet border floods that destroyed roads and bridges across the region.
- 🧭 Technique· 2 sept. 2026· fiabilité: medium
How One Adventurer Avoids the Injuries That Can End a Journey -- Or a Career
An adventurer shares 10 personal strategies for avoiding injuries that could derail a journey or career in exploration. The piece frames the exploration lifestyle as one that offers freedom but requires deliberate caution around injury prevention.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🏔️ Saison· 2 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Alpinists Attempt Ambitious Three-Climb Link-Up in Alps
Hugo Parmentier and Esteban Daligault attempted to free-climb three of the Grand Capucin's hardest routes in 24 hours but were stopped by hail. The pair completed 900 metres before the weather forced them to abandon the link-up. They have vowed to return and complete the challenge.
- 🧭 Technique· 2 sept. 2026· fiabilité: low
The Short Climber’s Guide to Success and Staying Injury-Free
Climbing.com published a guide for shorter climbers covering success strategies and injury prevention, with tips and tricks attributed to a Doctor of Physical Therapy. No specific techniques or findings are detailed in the available source text.
- ⛰️ À la une· 1 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Security personnel install Nepali flag on the border with China in Rasuwagadhi
Security personnel have installed a Nepali flag on the border with China in Rasuwagadhi after last week's devastating floods swept away the entire border settlement, leaving no physical marker separating Nepali and Chinese territory. The flag installation was a direct response to the erasure of the borderline infrastructure by the disaster.
- 🌦️ Conditions· 1 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: medium
Where Is It Safe to Travel in Nepal Right Now?
Devastating floods struck Nepal last week, though most of the country's mountains and valleys remain unaffected. Certain regions are still open to tourism despite the disaster.
Sources :explorersweb.com - 🏔️ Saison· 1 sept. 2026· fiabilité: high
Thomas Huber Clears Up Doubts About His Latest First Ascent in Pakistan
Thomas Huber has addressed doubts surrounding his latest first ascent in Pakistan on Biacherahi Central, a three-pronged peak. He clarified that earlier expeditions had only reached a lower summit, while his team successfully climbed the highest tower.
- 📌 Aussi· 1 sept. 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Former Reconstruction Authority chief Govinda Raj Pokharel on the urgent need for a permanent, powerful disaster ministry
Former Reconstruction Authority chief Govinda Raj Pokharel is calling for a permanent, powerful disaster ministry in Nepal, warning of compounding risks from clustered dams and melting glaciers. He urges strict infrastructure codes, cross-border early warning systems with China and India, and a rapid shift toward high-altitude Himalayan solar energy.
- 📌 Aussi· 31 août 2026· fiabilité: low
The Shackleton Family Secret: Did Ernest’s Brother Steal the Irish Crown Jewels?
While Ernest Shackleton pursued polar exploration, his brother Frank Shackleton became the prime suspect in the theft of the Irish Crown Jewels. The source provides no further detail on the outcome or evidence against Frank.
Sources :explorersweb.com - ⛰️ À la une· 31 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Prime Minister Balendra Shah vows ‘courage and resolve’ as government faces mounting pressure over Bhotekoshi flood
Prime Minister Balendra Shah addressed parliament defending the government's handling of the August 26 Bhotekoshi flood disaster, vowing courage and resolve amid mounting criticism over rescue delays and coordination failures. The flood has killed at least 1,127 people with nearly 4,858 still missing, and has affected 1.6 million people across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts. Shah also framed the disaster as part of a diplomatic push for international climate compensation, noting Nepal bears outsized consequences of global warming despite minimal contribution to it.
- 🏔️ Saison· 31 août 2026· fiabilité: high
What It Felt Like to Send My First 5.14 in an Obscure, Concrete Bridge in Germany
Sam MacIlwaine and Mary Eden sent 'Autobahn' (5.14a R) at a concrete bridge in Germany in August, with MacIlwaine describing it as a personal milestone. The route is considered one of the hardest offwidths in the world. MacIlwaine recounts the experience as achieving the grade in an unexpected venue.
- 📌 Aussi· 30 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
Nvidia donates $10 million to flood recovery, one of Nepal’s biggest corporate donations
Nvidia has donated $10 million to Nepal's flood recovery effort, depositing the funds into the Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund. The contribution was driven by more than 50 Nepali employees of the US technology giant, making it one of Nepal's largest corporate donations. The flood, which struck the Nepal–Tibet border region in late August 2026, has killed over 1,342 people with nearly 4,900 still missing.
- 📌 Aussi· 30 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
The Best Images From Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 has released notable contest entries ahead of next month's winner announcement. Standout images include a seal's-eye view of a hungry polar bear. The contest was highlighted in a weekly outdoor adventure roundup alongside other wilderness stories.
- 📌 Aussi· 29 août 2026· fiabilité: high
Weekend Warm-Up: Domain One
Domain One is a film following a surfing expedition to a region of Antarctica. The film advocates for that area to be designated a Marine Protected Area.
Sources :explorersweb.com - ⛰️ À la une· 28 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
147 local representatives, government staff, teachers and security personnel missing after Bhotekoshi floods
Following the August 26, 2026 Bhotekoshi flood, 147 government-affiliated personnel are missing, comprising 83 security personnel and 64 local representatives and government employees, according to government data. The overall number of people unaccounted for has reached 3,916, with the broader death toll rising to at least 1,252. Rescue operations are ongoing and the situation continues to develop.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 27 août 2026· fiabilité: medium
Initial Reports Said a Climber Was Stung by Wasps 100 Times. Here’s the Real Story.
A climber in British Columbia was airlifted to safety after sustaining over 100 wasp stings on a trail. Initial media reports exaggerated the attack, but subsequent reporting clarified that the primary concern was the speed at which a common trail hazard escalated into a life-threatening search-and-rescue operation.
- 🚨 Sécurité· 27 août 2026· fiabilité: high
Climber in British Columbia Rescued After Wasp Attack
A climber in British Columbia was airlifted to safety after being stung more than 100 times by wasps. Search and rescue officials noted that wasps have been especially aggressive on Canada's west coast this summer.
- 🎒 Matériel· 26 août 2026· fiabilité: low
A Fashion Brand Was Going to Mail Me Their New “Approach Shoe”—Then Thought Better Of It
A fashion brand approached a climbing publication about its new approach shoe but apparently withdrew the offer before a sample could be sent for review. The article teases a humorous angle on luxury or fashion-world crossover into technical climbing footwear, though no brand name or shoe details are provided in the available excerpt.
- ⛰️ À la une· 26 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
This is not standard flooding; it is a Himalayan Tsunami: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal
A catastrophic flash flood originating from Tibet struck Nepal's Bhotekoshi river corridor on August 26, killing at least 987 people with nearly 4,000 still missing — including 592 foreign nationals and hundreds of hydropower workers trapped in flooded tunnels. Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has labeled the disaster a 'Himalayan Tsunami' and is demanding legal climate compensation, arguing the destruction exceeds the country's capacity to respond. Multi-national rescue teams are battling shifting terrain to reach buried hydropower tunnels while border crossings with China have been destroyed or closed, severing key trade routes.
- 🏔️ Saison· 26 août 2026· fiabilité: high
Piolets d'Or List Includes 8,000'ers, a Tribute to Peter Habeler, and an Everest Debate
The Piolets d'Or has published its 2025 'big list' of significant expeditions, highlighting bold new routes and first ascents spanning the Himalaya, Karakoram, Patagonia, Alaska, and the Alps, with some selections—including 8,000-meter peak climbs and an Everest entry—expected to spark debate. Peter Habeler has been named the 2026 Piolet d'Or Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, honoring his career of bold climbs.
- 📌 Aussi· 26 août 2026· fiabilité: low
Apéro Topo: The French Tradition of Liquid Climbing Courage
Climbing.com covers the French 'apéro topo' ritual, in which climbers review route topos over drinks before attempting a climb. A French climber explains the tradition as a social and psychological preparation practice. No additional details about the ritual's specifics are present in the source text.
- 📌 Aussi· 24 août 2026· en cours· fiabilité: high
In a settlement destroyed by the Bhotekoshi flood, a disabled couple offer strangers the little they have
Prem Bahadur and Maiya Tamang, a disabled couple whose settlement was destroyed by the Bhotekoshi flood, have converted their lone hillside home into a shelter for displaced strangers. Despite relying mainly on small government disability allowances, they have fed and housed more than 200 people since the disaster.
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