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China coal mine disaster triggers safety concerns
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in China's Shanxi province killed at least 90 workers, with 9 still missing, making it China's worst mining disaster in over 16 years. President Xi Jinping ordered nationwide safety reviews and rescue efforts. The incident has prompted international media coverage and renewed attention to workplace safety in Chinese mining operations.
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