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A large ice block in the Khumbu Icefall above Everest Base Camp has become unstable, delaying hundreds of climbers and guides as authorities assess the risk and wait for the ice to melt to safer levels; with 410 foreign permits issued for the spring season, officials plan aerial surveys and expect a weather window next month amid ongoing avalanche risk and the history of deadly incidents in the icefall.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of a new base camp near the Rio Grande in Maverick County to house over 2,000 soldiers as part of the state's border security mission, Operation Lone Star. The facility will provide improved living conditions for the troops and is expected to be completed by fall, with a 300-bed capacity by mid-April and the ability to add 300 additional beds every 30 days. This move comes amid ongoing tensions between the state and the Biden administration over border security and immigration in the Eagle Pass area.
Construction on a winterized base camp for migrants in Chicago's Brighton Park will not begin on Monday, according to the mayor's office. The proposed camp has faced opposition from residents who believe it would strain limited resources and drain support from local communities. Soil tests have revealed that the site is contaminated with toxic metals, further fueling residents' concerns. Protesters are calling for the release of an environmental report to assess the safety of the land. The base camp would temporarily house up to 2,000 migrants who have been living in airports and police stations across the city.
Sony State of Play showcased Final Fantasy 16, revealing more about the game's world, Eikon battles, combat, base camp, and more. The game features epic battles between Eikons, which can be anything from a "3D scrolling shooter" to a "heavyweight wrestling match." Players will only play as Clive, but will have companions controlled by AI. Clive's hideout is a base camp filled with characters, side quests, shops, and more. Final Fantasy 16 will be released exclusively for the PlayStation 5 on June 22, 2023.