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This is Special English. I&`&m Ryan Price in Beijing. Here is the news.<br>China has launched an experiment satellite "TK-1", from a satellite launch center in northwest China.<br>The satellite, carried by the rocket "KT-2", blasted off from the launch center and it later entered its intended orbit.<br>"TK-1" is the first satellite independently developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation. It will be used for remote sensing, telecommunications and experiments in minisatellite-based technologies.<br>The "KT-2" rocket is one of the five carrier systems in the corporation&`&s commercial space plan. It features high carrying efficiency and adaptability.<br>This is Special English. <br>China will conduct nationwide safety checks on coal mines this year to prevent major accidents.<br>The State Administration of Work Safety has said the examination will last from March until the end of the year. It covers both operational mines and those previously ordered to suspend product...