Nepal will issue Everest permits only to climbers with experience of scaling at least one of the Himalayan nation's 7,000-metre (22,965 ft) peaks, according to the draft of a new law aimed at reducing overcrowding and improving safety.

Vancouver was rocked this weekend as tragedy struck while people were celebrating Lapu Lapu Day, a celebration that is all about remembering the Filipino national hero who bravely battled Spanish colonization.