Sherpa Guide Kami Rita's Record-Breaking 30th Ascent of Mount Everest

Renowned Sherpa mountain guide Kami Rita scaled Mount Everest for a record 30th time, completing his second climb this month. Rita is in good health and happy to have achieved this record. His closest competitor for the most climbs of Mount Everest is fellow Sherpa guide Pasang Dawa, who has 27 successful ascents of the mountain.

Matisyahu's 'Ascent' Video and Response to Antisemitism

Jewish reggae musician Matisyahu released a video for his song “Ascent” filmed at sites of a terror attack in Israel, addressing antisemitism in the wake of Hamas massacres. He responded to antisemitic rhetoric from Ye (Kanye West) and faced anti-Israel protests at his concerts. Matisyahu is planning a return visit to Israel for performances in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.