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- Black Mesa Trust Presents to Hopi Tribal Council Regarding Water Near the Peabody Coal MineEarlier this month the Hopi Tribal Council welcomed Vernon Masayesva, executive director of the Black Mesa Trust (BMT), to present on the topic of water near the Peabody Coal Mine.
- How Canaries Are Used in Coal MinesIn the low-tech days of coal mining, canaries were used to detect dangerous gases. While they have since been phased out by electronic detectors, canaries saved the lives of many miners in the early days of the industry.
Explosion Occurs at New Zealand Coal MineNew Zealand miners are believed to be trapped underground. How will this rescue differ from the Chilean miners?- Most in Demand Jobs on Coal Mines in New South WalesCoal has a big industry in the world, many of those jobs regarding coal mining seem cheap to you. If you check out this article on most demanded jobs on coal mining.
- Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine ReviewA visitor's review of the Exhibition Coal Mine in Beckley, WV.
- West Virginia Coal Mines and Tourism in New River GorgeWest Virginia has a long history in the coal mine industry. There is a new industry in tourism from white water rafting to a real coal mine. Coalmines and tourism inthe New River Gorge area.
- West Virginia Mine Explosion Leads to Questions25 dead at the Montcoal, West Virginia Upper Big Branch coal mine following an explosion in Upper Big Branch coal Mine. Answering the question, why work in a coal mine?
Coal Mine DisasterAfter hearing good news from China of the rescued miners who'd been trapped for 8 days, we receive news today, April 5, 2010, of a mine disaster in West Virginia...- West Virginia Coal Mine Explosion Kills 6, Leaves Several Missing and InjuredA coal mine explosion in West Virginia has killed six miners and left 19 miners unaccounted for and more than 20 injured. The cause of the explosion is unknown.
- Chinese Coal Mine "Miracle" Rescue, but Safer Workplaces NeededMany persons worldwide rejoiced April 5,2010 at the successful rescue of over 100 trapped coal miners. But the incident points out the need for establishing and enforcing suitable safety standards in workplaces.
Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine: An Inside Look at Coal Mining OperationsBeckley Exhibition Coal Mine is one of the only touring mines where people can ride underground and learn about coal mining history. The mine is located in Beckley, West Virginia.
Illinois Coal Mining Disaster, Cherry Coal Mine, Documented in Donated CollectionThe Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library in Springfield, Illinois, has accepted a digitized collection of original and fresh source material about the 1909 Cherry Mine Disaster in Bureau County in which 259 died.- The Coal Mine: The Environment of Today’s OrganizationsThis paper discusses Flexible Work Arrangments (FWAs) and how they can be implemented in today's businesses in order to benefit employers and employees alike.
Into the DarkTake a trip to beautiful Lackawanna county and explore the early day of American coal mining. Board a small cart and travel 300 feet below the earth's surface and explore an underground museum as you learn about life of a miner.- 'Justified' Season 2 Episode 8 'Spoil'In "Justified" Season 2 Episode 8 "Spoil," it looks like an epic clash for the future of Harlan County and who will wind up getting rich is being set up. This clash will involve lies, more lies, and gun fire.
- Chinese Miners UpdateBad news.
- The Tragedy of NineA story of nine miners killed in an explosion on the rugged mountain of "Brimstone" located in Scott County Tennessee.
- Coping with a Community CrisisAfter the coal mine explosion in Montcoal, West Virginia, I felt the need to publish a guide explaining what people should and should not do when tragedy befalls their community.
Chart-Topping Songs About Construction that You'll Really DigFor those men and women who work in construction, some songwriters have written tunes to honor their contributions to the American Dream. Here are some great examples of construction songs that have become chart-topping hits.
The Wandering GaelA poem of the Gaelic Diaspora.- Exhibits to Visit with a DateHere are a few of Chicago's best museums and those exhibits that are especially worth seeing on a date.
