China's Deadly Coal Mine Explosion: A Reckoning for the Country's Industrial Past The latest coal mine blast in China has left at least 90 workers dead, with nine still missing.
The disaster is a grim reminder of the human cost of China's relentless pursuit of economic growth and its reliance on a dying industry.
Behind the headlines lies a deeper issue: China's struggle to balance its commitment to coal fired power with its promises to address climate change.