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The Mysterious Case Of Dyatlov Pass Finally Comes To An End

In 1959, a group of nine cross-country skiers died in mysterious circumstances in the Dyatlov Pass in the Urals. After 61 years, the Russian Prosecutor General’s Office has finally explained what happened: an avalanche, poor visibility, and freezing temperatures. Soviet officials concluded at the time that the group died due to “the spontaneous power of nature”. But a lot of information […]

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Sebastian Opazo | July 15, 2020
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Kansas Ultramarathon Runner Struck by Lightning During Race, Dies Tragically

The Stanley family mourns their loss.

A Kansas runner has died after being hit by lightning near the finish line of a 31 mile (50km) ultramarathon, BBC News says. Thomas Stanley, 33, received first aid from runners and officials at the Elk City State Park race on Saturday, but died from his injuries, police say. Stanley is survived by his wife, Ashley, and three children. A […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | October 1, 2019
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Freeride Mountain Bike Legend Kelly McGarry Passed Away

Tragic news for the mountain biking community, Kelly McGarry, 33, freeride legend, just passed away Monday, February 1st 2016.  RIP Kelly.  Our thoughts are with your family and friends right now.  The entire community has expressed an outpouring of emotion over the loss of this legend.  His big smiles, big hair, and big air will never be forgotten.   A […]

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Keenan Grady | February 1, 2016
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Two Mountaineers Die After Climbing Peak In Scottish Highlands From Avalanche

Two climbers were found dead at the base of a popular route on Scotland’s Glen Coe. Read more about the search and rescue organization effort and speculate on the cause of death with the officials.

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Keenan Grady | January 19, 2016
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