Climber returns to Nepal in search of yeti

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Climber Yo****eru Takahashi is returning to the Himalayas, convinced he will finally provide evidence of the yeti's existence after a previous attempt was thwarted by equipment failure due to harsh conditions. The discussion raises questions about the nature of the yeti, suggesting that the concept of a singular yeti may be flawed, as it implies an immortal creature rather than a part of a breeding population. The longevity of yeti folklore is also questioned, alongside a humorous commentary on journalists' motivations for pursuing yeti stories, hinting at a deeper critique of media sensationalism in reporting on mythical creatures.
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"The last time climber Yo****eru Takahashi found what he believes is the lair of the elusive yeti, high in the Himalayas, his camera developed a fault due to the altitude and extreme cold. But he is confident that this time around he will finally prove the "abominable snowman" exists."

http://www.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/getarticle.pl5?nn20030814b3.htm

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I hope he doesn't find it. Simply for the protection of the yeti.
 
"the lair"..."the yeti"...

So, there's only one? Not a member of a reproducing population of yeti? It is immortal? How long have the yeti stories been around?
 
Originally posted by Phobos
"the lair"..."the yeti"...

So, there's only one? Not a member of a reproducing population of yeti? It is immortal? How long have the yeti stories been around?

Journalists.
 
The yeti is breeding with journalists? :wink:
 
Originally posted by Phobos
The yeti is breeding with journalists? :wink:

Why do you think they keep going back? Obviously it's not for the pictures?
 

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