"Addressing Mount Everest's Growing Waste Problem: New Regulations for Climbers"

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Climbers attempting to conquer Mount Everest will now be required to bring their own poop down from the mountain, as Nepal aims to address the growing waste problem. With the increasing number of visitors and harsh conditions hindering the degradation process, the new rule aims to combat pollution on the world's highest peak. Each climber will be provided with special bags to contain and solidify their waste, as efforts to reduce the impact of tourism on the Himalayas continue to intensify.
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