An explosion in a coal mine in eastern Iran killed at least 34 workers and injured 17 others, officials said Sunday, marking one of the worst mining disasters in the country's history as others ...

SAGO, WV (WVNS) — There are many mine disasters that have occurred in the Mountain State throughout the years. One such disaster is the Sago Mine Disaster that occurred on January 2, 2006 at the the ...

PLYMOUTH TWP. — A new coal-miner themed mural is planned for the site of the Avondale Mine Disaster, which will be part of the Susquehanna Warrior Trail when it is eventually connected to the Luzerne ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. BARRACKVILLE, W.Va. (WBOY) — The Barrackville 1925 Mine Memorial Committee has been given the funds to help establish a monument ...

One of Russia's wealthiest men has been in the spotlight after prosecutors filed a lawsuit demanding around $50 million in compensation for one of the country's worst recent mining disasters. The case ...

Scientists who work to prevent mine disasters and the spread of disease among miners face looming cuts under the Trump administration. Federal scientists and engineers working to prevent deadly ...

SHENANDOAH — The Sheppton Mine Disaster of 1963, which gained worldwide attention when three independent miners were trapped in a cave-in, will be the focus of the Greater Shenandoah Area Historical ...

(CNN) — Here is a look at mine disasters, accidents and deaths in the United States. This is a list of notable mine disasters and is not all-inclusive. December 6, 1907 – Worst coal mine disaster in ...