In 2024, a Chinese mine was listed as ‘one of the severe safety hazards.’ Now, it just blew up, killing 82 as the worst mining disaster in a decade 128 people are currently in the hospital. We Got This Covered · May 25
Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82 Authorities in northern China are investigating a coal mine operator for safety lapses after an explosion killed at least 82 people AAP · May 24
China mine disaster: At least 82 killed as rescue teams search for survivors in Changzhi After the devastating coal mine explosion in northern China, where 82 lives have been claimed, rescue teams are tirelessly working to manage the aftermath. The explosion occurred on Friday night at the Liushenyu mine, sparking an urgent inquiry into the disaster’s cause and accountability. The Economic Times · May 24
Coal India plans syngas projects near gas-based power, DRI and fertiliser units as gas supply tightens In a strategic move to bolster energy security, Coal India is gearing up to establish new coal-to-syngas facilities strategically positioned at mine pitheads or close to industrial users. This initiative comes in light of recent global gas supply challenges, prompting the company to actively seek partnerships with developers and industrial… The Economic Times · May 24
Rescuers race to find survivors after a deadly Chinese coal mine blast kills at least 82 Rescuers in northern China are searching for survivors after a coal mine explosion killed at least 82 people The Independent UK · May 24
China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82 A devastating gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in China's Shanxi province has claimed 82 lives. This incident marks the nation's deadliest mining accident in 17 years. Officials revised the death toll after initial reports. The government has ordered an investigation and stressed the need for greater safety in… The Economic Times · May 24
China lowers death toll in coal mine disaster to 82 The death toll in the coalmine gas explosion in China has been revised down to 82 but remains the nation 's deadliest mining accident in 15 years. AAP · May 24
Gas explosion at Shanxi coal mine in China leaves scores dead At least 90 people were killed in a gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi, the country's deadliest mining accident since at least 2009. The blast took place late on Friday (May 22) at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, with 247 workers on… Bangkok Post · May 24
Quiet Chinese county hit by deadly coal mine disaster CHINA - Coal miners in the sleepy Chinese county of Qinyuan sometimes dine at Zhang's skewer eatery, especially on payday, so a gas explosion that killed at least 82 of these workers left her feeling lost and sad. Bangkok Post · May 23
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people AAP · May 23
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills 90 people, state media say A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi province has killed at least 90 people AAP · May 23
China mine blast: Death toll rises to 82; Beijing orders crackdown as rescue ops continue — top developments A deadly gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China has killed at least 82 people, with rescue operations still under way and authorities launching a nationwide crackdown on illegal mining activities after the country’s worst mining disaster in 17 years, AFP reported. The Times of India · May 23
Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi province has killed at least 90 people AAP · May 23
Here are some of China's major coal mining disasters this century A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi, China, has killed at least 90 people, according to state media The Independent UK · May 23
The Independent UK · May 23 Inside the Brexit-voting Labour stronghold that looks set to determine our next prime minister ON THE GROUND: Labour faces an almighty task to hold onto Makerfield, a seat which typifies its red wall heartlands. Is Andy Burnham the party’s only chance of stopping Reform in this former coal-mining area, which could send him to Downing Street? Dan Haygarth finds out
Bangkok Post · May 23 At least 90 killed in China coal mine blast The death toll from a gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province in northern China has reached 90, the state broadcaster CCTV reported on Saturday.
Euronews · May 23 Xi Jinping urges 'all-out rescue' after coal mine explosion kills at least 82 in China Six emergency rescue teams consisting of 345 personnel have since been sent to the scene, the Xinhua state news agency reported on Saturday.
France 24 · May 23 China lowers coal mine explosion death toll to 82 A gas explosion at a coal mine in China’s northern Shanxi province killed at least 82 people, state media reported Saturday, revising down from an earlier death toll of at least 90, in the country's biggest mining disaster in more than 15 years.
The Times of India · May 23 China coal mine blast: 90 killed after gas explosion in Shanxi; rescue operations for trapped under way A devastating gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in northern China's Shanxi province has claimed the lives of at least 90 miners. The blast occurred Friday evening, with carbon monoxide levels reportedly exceeding limits prior to the incident. Rescue operations are ongoing as President Xi Jinping has ordered a…
The Independent UK · May 23 At least 90 killed and dozens trapped underground after coal mine gas explosion in China The blast in northern China is thought to be the country’s deadliest mining disaster in more than a decade
The Economic Times · May 23 Death toll jumps to 90 in China coal mine blast A devastating gas explosion at the Liushengyu coal mine in Shanxi province has claimed eight lives. Thirty-eight workers remain trapped underground following the incident late Friday. President Xi Jinping has ordered comprehensive rescue efforts and a thorough investigation. Premier Li Qiang has also called for accountability and timely information release.
AAP · May 23 China suffers deadliest coalmine disaster since 2009 A coalmine gas explosion in China has killed at least 90 people, state media says, in the country's worst mining accident in more than a decade.
The Guardian - UK · May 22 First there were coalmines, then came the windfarms. Why Colombia’s Wayúu people fear Colombia’s green energy boom In the north of the country, mining has ravaged Indigenous lands and lives for decades. They fear history is repeating as the government’s clean energy transition comes to their doorstep
The Guardian - AU · May 21 One Nation says it’s the only party in Australia to question climate science. It should ask itself why Climate change denial has become untenable yet Hanson’s party digs in – with conspiracy theories, cherrypicking and claims that are easy to refute
The Economic Times · May 21 Wars in West Asia and Ukraine are turning shipping costs into steel sector’s biggest headache In the face of a daunting 28-30% increase in international freight costs, India's steel sector is at a crossroads. The unrest in West Asia is inflating the cost of coking coal imports, intensifying the financial strain. Yet, domestic production is holding its ground. The industry is pivoting towards enhancing operational…