Three trapped coal miners found dead in Siberia
Published: 01 June, 2008, 15:05
Three of five miners still trapped in a coal mine in the Siberian Kemerovo region have been found dead. Rescuers are continuing to search for the two men still missing.
The accident at the Lenin mine happened on Friday during repair works. Seventeen miners were working below ground when the roof collapsed. Eleven managed to get out immediately, with only one suffering injuries.
On Sunday one of the miners was rescued after spending more than 50 hours underground. He is being treated by doctors.
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Interview with Erik DePoyFor a round-up of the week’s trading action on the Russian markets, equity strategist Erik DePoy from Alfa Bank joined RT. He says the gains made by UES, the state power generator due to be split up, are set to grow further next week. |
02.06.2008, 11:35
Suits head to St Pete for business forumThe international business community is keenly anticipating the next St. Petersburg Economic Forum, which kicks off this Friday in Russia’s northern capital. Last year more than 9,000 people took part in the three-day event, signing deals worth $US 13.5 b |
