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Skyscraper Climbing

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sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Ropes Off, Hearts On: The Daredevil World of Skyscraper Climbing

This piece profiles a niche, high‑risk pursuit—climbing skyscrapers without safety gear—through the experiences of trailblazers like Dan Goodwin (CN Tower ascent in 1986), Alain Robert (notably Burj Khalifa), and Alex Honnold, who is set to livestream a no-rope climb of Taipei 101. It explores the mental and physical demands, the nerve‑wracking risks, and how such feats have gained global attention, including a Netflix audience for Honnold’s climb.

via The New York Times|

#alain-robert #alex-honnold #dan-goodwin

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Pro-life Spiderman Climbs Las Vegas Sphere to Support Homeless Pregnant Woman"

Content creator Maison Des Champs was arrested after climbing to the top of the Las Vegas Sphere to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman named Isabel. Des Champs, known for his pro-life activism and previous skyscraper climbs, posted a video on Facebook stating his intention to help Isabel, who is scheduled for an abortion on Feb. 11. He was taken into custody by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and faces potential charges, while a spokesperson for Sphere Entertainment expressed gratitude to local authorities for their support.

via New York Post |

#crime #homeless-pregnant-woman #las-vegas-sphere