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Is a COVID cluster brewing at Mount Everest?

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When Nepal decided to re-open its side of Mount Everest earlier this year, climbers rejoiced.

But recent reports suggest even the world’s highest peak isn’t safe from the spread of COVID-19.

Despite the Nepalese Government saying there are no infections on Everest, some climbers have tested positive.

A nearby peak – west of Everest – has also reported seven positive infections, with 19 people recently asked to evacuate.

Current rules prevent mountaineers from sharing photos of other climbers without consent, which has restricted information coming from the mountain.

Anthony Lucas is reporter, presenter and social media producer with ticker News. Anthony holds a Bachelor of Professional Communication, with a major in Journalism from RMIT University as well as a Diploma of Arts and Entertainment journalism from Collarts. He’s previously worked for 9 News, ONE FM Radio and Southern Cross Austerio’s Hit Radio Network. 

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U.S. terror alert “when, not if”

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The FBI director has made a major announcement about the terror threat in the United States right now. So why is he so worried?

 
In a major announcement, the director of the FBI revealed that the United States is currently facing its most heightened terror threat level since October 7.

The nation’s security apparatus is on high alert, with officials reporting a surge in intelligence indicating potential terror plots. #ticker today #featured

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Desperate Zelensky cancels Congress video call

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President Volodymyr Zelensky unexpectedly canceled a videolink appearance to appeal for continued US funding.

 
Ukraine is sounding the alarm, expressing a “big risk” of losing the ongoing conflict if the United States Congress delays crucial aid.

As tensions continue to escalate on the eastern front with Russian-backed separatists, Ukraine has been relying on international support to sustain its fight for sovereignty. #featured

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Will the travel boom continue in 2024?

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Several big events are scheduled in 2024 and travelers say they’re planning to attend.

 
Following the pandemic—pent-up demand to travel exploded.

But, after years of inflation and rising tourism costs—are travelers curtailing plans for 2024 or revving them up?

Casey Hatfield-Chiotti, a Travel Editor, Marin Living Magazine joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #travel #traveltrends #2024travel #tourism #luxurytravel #hospitalityindustry #MarinLiving #ParisOlympics #solareclipse #featured

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