Former magistrate Sidney Blanco expressed concern that judges in El Salvador, under the extended state of emergency, might issue provisional detention orders without sufficient evidence due to fear of being transferred or removed from office. Blanco emphasized the country's existing legal tools to combat crime and criticized the necessity of the state of emergency, suggesting it could lead to human rights violations and disrespect for due process.

After more than 20 years, the author returned to ski in a valley with fond memories from their first season of ski touring. Despite the cold temperatures and fresh snowfall, the day proved to be good. The author chose to ski towards Petit Arc instead of Grand Arc due to the wind and snow conditions. They were among the first to trace a route towards the Col des Genisses and enjoyed excellent snow conditions, promising to return to the area sooner than the next twenty years.

Chimères is a new mountain skiing film directed by Alex Chambet and produced by Gaëtan Gaudissard. It features an exotic setting and the quest to ski down a wild and isolated face after an arduous expedition in an unknown glacial basin. The film explores themes of adventure, discovery, and the impact of individual journeys with collective consequences. Gaëtan Gaudissard, based in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise where he is also a ski instructor and carpenter, continues his reflective narrative from his previous film Conscience and a related web series, questioning our practices in skiing and mountain activities.

Dynafit's Tigard 130 ski boots, featuring a true flex of 130 and a 70° walking mode controlled by the Hoji Lock mechanism, were tested throughout the past season. The boots combine uphill capability with four-buckle downhill inspiration, resulting in impressive skiability. The boots are constructed with Grilamid and carbon, offering a progressive and stiff flex in a 101 mm last. They come with a Gripwalk sole and low-tech inserts, suitable for both touring and alpine bindings. The Dynafitter 15 liner provides excellent comfort and insulation. The Tigard 130 is a modern hybrid boot that excels in both touring and resort skiing, offering a good balance between weight and downhill performance.

Polish skier Andrzej Bargiel, known for his first ski descent of K2, has now descended Gasherbrum II (8,035m). The first complete descent of Gasherbrum II was achieved by Swiss Wim Pasquier and French Patrice Bournat in August 1984. Bargiel, who has a history of climbing and skiing the world's highest peaks, embarked on a new project called HIC SUNT LEONES, targeting new summits including Mount Everest, although his two attempts to ski Everest were thwarted by bad weather and dangerous avalanche conditions. His expedition continues with plans to climb and ski Gasherbrum I.

In spring 2018, a tragic event unfolded on the Haute Route, a popular ski touring route linking Chamonix to Zermatt, resulting in the deaths of a guide, Mario Castiglioni, and six clients during a storm near the Vignettes hut in Valais. The article by Lane Wallace in Outside Magazine, complemented by a Swiss Public Service documentary, examines the sequence of events and decisions leading up to the disaster, highlighting overconfidence, ignored weather forecasts, and overreliance on a smartphone for navigation. The tragedy is one of the most significant in recent Alpine history, with seven fatalities.

In November 2021, a group of Austrian friends set out to discover the light and deep powder snow of Luzhba in Western Siberia, Russia. The film 'LUZHBA' tells the story of Anton Lementuev, a passionate 40-year-old skier from Novokuznetsk, and his life-changing first ski expedition to Luzhba. Despite being a ski film, it carries a message of fighting for the reality one wishes to live in, regardless of circumstances. Directed by Andre Costa, the documentary was shot before Russia's invasion of Ukraine and concludes with an interview with Anton, discussing how the war has altered his life and dreams.

The first day in Val Varaita involved skiing on a well-known fallback route in the valley, Bric Rutund, following a significant snowfall of nearly one meter accumulated over the past week. The route is ideal for safely exploring the area and enjoying the fresh snow after a long period of scarcity in the northern Alps. The summit was reached twice to maximize the experience, marking a beautiful first day above the Refuge Melèze.

On August 25, the lives of three Salvadorans changed due to a detention. Juan Antonio Escobar Martínez, a 45-year-old refrigeration technician, was arrested by police on charges of 'illicit associations' while traveling between San Pedro Masahuat and San Antonio Masahuat. His father, 81-year-old Juan Antonio Escobar Hernández, sought to help his son, who was transferred to Mariona prison. A friend of Escobar Martínez, arrested at the same checkpoint, was released after hiring a private lawyer. The elder Escobar, unable to afford private representation for his son, is now supported by his daughter-in-law. The case highlights concerns about the justice system under El Salvador's state of emergency.

Between June 27 and July 27, during the third extension of the state of exception in El Salvador, 565 habeas corpus resources were filed to determine the whereabouts of detained citizens, with only 0.35% resolved. The Constitutional Chamber has not issued resolutions for 99.65% of the resources. In the same period, 114 additional resources were filed in six chambers across the country, with only three declared admissible. In total, only 15 of over 1,000 habeas corpus requests have been admitted, and only one person has been released. The increase in resources during the third extension compared to the second is notable, and citizens continue to await justice for those detained without gang affiliations or criminal acts related to gangs.

The family of Élmer Vladimir Romero Martínez, a broadcaster for Radio Juventud, has not received a response to the habeas corpus filed on July 21 with the Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court regarding his detention since May 19. Romero Martínez was taken from his home for investigation and later charged with illicit association, receiving a six-month prison sentence. His family has seen him with swollen feet and rashes, and despite providing documents for conditional release, they have not been utilized by the public defender. The family is seeking support from human rights organizations.

On July 19, 1972, the Salvadoran military invaded the Universidad de El Salvador (UES), an event remembered as a 'crime against humanity' and a violation of human rights. The incident, which included gunfire and the use of tanks, is documented in a video titled 'La toma' and a photo album '50 años de impunidad'. Witnesses and survivors, including María Isabel Flores and Eduardo Badía Serra, recall the harrowing events. The current UES rector, Roger Armando Arias Alvarado, commemorated the event and highlighted the unjust treatment of then-rector Rafael Menjívar Larín, who was deposed and exiled. The importance of remembering and transmitting this history is emphasized to prevent its repetition.

In the first 100 days of the state of exception in El Salvador, 36 detainees died at Izalco prison, doubling the number of deaths in 2020. Henri Fino, a lawyer and executive director of the Fundación para el Estudio del Derechos (Fespad), highlights the state's responsibility for the deaths, as the victims were under state custody. The article details cases of deaths due to various causes, including lack of medical attention, and discusses the potential for families to seek justice through the Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos (CIDH) if local institutions fail to act.

Benjamín Cuéllar, from the Fundación Vidas and former director of IDHUCA, expressed concerns about the involvement of the Fuerza Armada in the Instituto de Medicina Legal (IML), suggesting it could lead to manipulation of forensic reports. The IML's request for military assistance followed a workers' strike in San Vicente, but Cuéllar argued that universities could have been asked for help instead. Henri Fino of Fespad and Zaira Navas of Cristosal also criticized the military's role, emphasizing that autopsies must be conducted by certified medical specialists and that military involvement could have legal repercussions and contribute to the militarization of the state.

Indigenous communities in El Salvador show a mixed response to COVID-19 vaccinations. While many, like José Cristino Ama, have been vaccinated, others, influenced by traditional beliefs and skepticism, have declined. The government's lack of detailed vaccination data and unclear messaging on booster shots contribute to the hesitancy. Despite this, the acceptance of vaccines in some areas, such as Cacaopera and Guatajiagua, is high and may have led to lower COVID-19 death rates. Traditional medicine remains a common practice for treating illness, regardless of vaccination status.

Salvadoran journalist Carmen Rodríguez, based in Washington and correspondent for various media outlets, reported being harassed at an event attended by deputies of the New Ideas party. The incident occurred in an area encompassing Washington, Maryland, and Virginia, where Rodríguez was covering the event for Tiempo Latino and La Prensa Gráfica of El Salvador. A supporter of New Ideas recognized her, took photos, and made comments about knowing where she lived, which Rodríguez perceived as threatening. She reported the incident to the police, who intervened. Rodríguez has previously faced harassment online since 2018 and filed a complaint with the CIDH's Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression four months prior due to attacks instigated by the U.S. secretary of the New Ideas party.

Mothers of missing individuals in El Salvador have formed the 'Search Block for Missing Persons in El Salvador' to demand government action in locating their children and providing information on their cases. The group criticizes the authorities for their lack of effort and transparency, particularly in light of recent discoveries of clandestine graves. The article highlights the pain and frustration of the families, as well as the skewed statistics on disappearances provided by the Fiscalía General de la República, which are challenged by the organization Cristosal.

A group of war veterans marched from Salvador del Mundo square to the Presidential House to deliver a letter to President Nayib Bukele, demanding the acceleration of housing projects, the construction of a veterans' hospital, a pension increase to $300, and a $3,000 indemnity. They also seek preferential treatment in hospitals and a purification of the veterans' registry to exclude non-veterans.

The Salvadoran Minister of Defense, Vice Admiral René Merino, dismissed Nicaragua's recent claims and accusations regarding the alleged invasion of its territorial waters in the Gulf of Fonseca, stating that Conejo Island is Salvadoran territory and is illegally occupied by Honduras. Merino made these remarks on the interview program 'Diálogo con Ernesto López' on Canal 21. He emphasized that the situation is handled diplomatically and that the Salvadoran Navy maintains the status quo in the Gulf of Fonseca and the Pacific Ocean. He also mentioned the establishment of a naval position on Meanguera Island to combat drug trafficking, which has been operational since President Nayib Bukele's term began.

In El Salvador, there has been a notable increase in the number of missing girls compared to boys, with four times as many girls reported missing. The Fiscal�a General de la Rep�blica (FGR) received reports of 66 minors missing from January 1 to October 20, with 51 being girls. The Alerta Ángel Desaparecido website, managed by the FGR, and the Alerta Raquel initiative highlight the gendered nature of these disappearances, often linked to sexual violence and human trafficking. The presence of gangs is believed to increase the risk of disappearances, and there is a concern about the lack of reporting due to the criminalization and stigmatization by justice authorities. The data for this report was compiled from the Alerta Ángel Desaparecido website, which includes cases from 2013 to 2021, and aims to contribute to a better understanding of the phenomenon and assist in locating the victims.