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US teenager climbs world's highest mountains
Jordan Romero, 15, becomes the youngest person to climb the tallest summit on all seven continents.
Last Modified: 06 Jan 2012 08:46

A US teenager has become the youngest person to climb the highest mountain on all seven of the world's continents.

Jordan Romero, 15, completed his six-year mission by climbing Antarctica's Vinson Massif.

Now he is encouraging other young people to follow his healthy and active lifestyle.

Al Jazeera's Bhanu Bhatnagar reports.
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