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# Mining

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Chilean miners in good spirits (video)

Miners record special messages for their anxious relatives, as one family says it will sue mine owners.

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Aug 27th 2010, 3:56 PM

Families of trapped miners told to keep it upbeat

Relatives are asked to help keep trapped men optimistic, as they may be in Chilean mine for four months.

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Aug 24th 2010, 9:44 AM

Chilean miners trapped for 17 days send out message

Thirty-three miners still alive after accident on 5 August.

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Aug 23rd 2010, 10:42 AM