One of the most jaw-dropping athletic feats in recent memory happened this past Saturday, when legendary rock climber Alex Honnold free soloed the Taipei 101 skyscraper live on Netflix. Formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, the building stands 1,667 feet tall, making it the 11th-tallest structure in the world. From 2004 to 2009, it actually held the title of tallest building on Earth, before the Burj Khalifa took that crown.
Community altar outside of La Pena Cultural Center's Dia de los Muertos event in 2022, where neighbors and community members brought photos of their loved ones to place on the altar. File photo: Ximena Natera, Berkeleyside/CatchLight Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by joining a ceremony and community ofrenda (altar). Afterwards, browse arts and handmade goods for sale and partake in some live music and a jam session (bring your own instrument to join along), kids' activities and a dinner menu. Saturday, Nov. 1, 6-9 p.m. La Pena Cultural Center. $10-$20 sliding scale.
Rock climbing has evolved significantly over centuries, moving from heavy boots and natural fiber ropes to lightweight shoes and durable gear, enhancing safety and efficiency.