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China coal mine blast kills 82 in deadliest mining disaster in 17 years
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi Province has killed at least 82 people, media described as the deadliest mining accident in 17 years.
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What happenedAt least 82 people have been killed after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu mine in China.
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Left / center-leftAuthorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
Le Monde English · Center-left · News report
CenterChina coal mine blast kills 82 in deadliest mining disaster in 17 years
UPI · Center · Wire story
Right / center-rightEU leaders increasingly fear over dependence on China, after years of worrying about US dominance
Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
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