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Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say
news NPR Top News May 23, 2026 at 6:07 AM

Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say

A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi killed at least 90 people. Official news agency Xinhua said the accident happened on Friday evening. Around 247 workers were on duty at the time.

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