Crevasse delays Everest climbing season

A significant crevasse and large ice blocks on Mount Everest have delayed the opening of the main climbing route to the summit, officials and climbers reported on Friday. The obstruction has stranded hundreds of mountaineers at the Himalayan base camp, disrupting the start of the spring climbing season. The route, typically prepared by Sherpa teams known as the "Icefall Doctors," is essential for climbers attempting to reach the world's tallest peak. The delay highlights the inherent dangers and logistical challenges of high-altitude mountaineering on Everest.