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China Coal Mine Explosion Kills Over 80
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi province killed at least 82 people, with rescue efforts ongoing. The incident highlights safety concerns in the country’s mining industry.
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NPR
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi killed at least 82 people. Official news agency Xinhua said the accident happened on Friday evening and 247 workers were trapped.
2026-05-23 06:07 UTC
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The Guardian
Xi Jinping urges authorities to ‘spare no effort’ in rescue efforts after blast at mine in northern Shanxi provinceThe death toll from a gas explosion at a coalmine in northern China’s Shanxi province has risen to at least 82, state media Xinhua reported on Saturday, with nine people still
2026-05-23 05:58 UTC