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NYT: Pilgrim Deaths in Mecca Put Spotlight on Underworld Hajj Industry
More than 1,300 people died, and a Saudi official said most of them were not registered for the pilgrimage. That left them with little protection from the heat.
BBC: Missing hiker survives by drinking one gallon of water a day
A California hiker has been rescued after being stranded in the mountains for 10 days, surviving on little but wild berries and water that he collected in his boot.
Lukas McClish, 34, went out for what was supposed to be a three-hour hike in the Santa Cruz Mountains on 11 June.
But he soon lost his way, in part due to the destruction of landmarks by recent wildfires in the area.
His family reported him missing on 16 June after he did not show up for Father’s Day, triggering a multi-day search and rescue effort.
Dad goes for a hike. 5 days later: “Is Dad still downstairs watching football? Go ask him to light the BBQ.”
Last Updated: 24.Jun.2024 14:01 EDT
