South Korea says North Korean missiles could hit key government, military targets in SouthSEOUL, South Korea — The ballistic missiles that North Korea test-fired this weekend were likely capable of striking key government and military facilities in South Korea, a defense official said Sunday, amid growing concerns over Pyongyang’s firepower. Latest missile launches show North Korean capability, accuracy are improving, officials saySEOUL, South Korea — North Korea’s weekend missile launches show the communist country is improving its capability and accuracy and are a cause for concern, officials said Sunday. Obama sets out to reshape US relations in Russia, meet Pope Benedict XVI, make mark in AfricaWASHINGTON — Determined to change the way the world views the United States, Barack Obama is onto his next foreign mission: rebuilding relations with Russia, proving to global leaders that America is serious about climate change, and outlining his vision for Africa, his father’s birthplace. Latest missile launches show NKorean capability, accuracy are improving, officials saySEOUL, South Korea — North Korea’s weekend missile launches show the communist country is improving its capability and accuracy and are a cause for concern, officials said Sunday. Biggest fireworks show in US lights up NYC sky as July Fourth is celebrated around the countryNEW YORK — Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day that began with the Statue of Liberty’s crown opening to the public for the first time since Sept. 11, 2001. North Korea’s missile launches ‘not helpful’: USWASHINGTON - The United States Saturday called North Korea’s “possible” missile launches “not helpful” but stopped short of confirming them or calling them a violation of UN sanctions. Former president George W. Bush thanks troops amid thunderous Okla. applause in July 4 speechWOODWARD, Okla. — Former President George W. Bush was greeted by thunderous applause on the Fourth of July as he told thousands of spectators in a rural Oklahoma rodeo arena that the U.S. was “the greatest nation on the face of the earth.” Obama praises Iraq’s independence but says there will be difficult days aheadWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama warned on Saturday “there will be difficult days ahead” in Iraq and said the U.S. will remain a strong partner to Iraq for its security. ‘Biggest and best’ fireworks show promised in NYC as Independence Day celebrated around USNEW YORK — Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day that began with the Statue of Liberty’s crown opening to the public for the first time since Sept. 11, 2001. Fireworks explosion on remote NC island kills 2, hurts 3; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — A truckload of fireworks exploded Saturday morning on a dock at a remote North Carolina island, killing two workers and critically injuring three others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities said. Jeremy Mayfield doesn’t want to be distraction at DaytonaDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Jeremy Mayfield wasn’t at Daytona International Speedway for Saturday night’s race, citing the media attention on his legal fight with NASCAR as an unnecessary distraction from the Independence Day celebration. Despite strike by mechanics, business as usual at DenaliANCHORAGE, Alaska — A strike by mechanics, radio technicians and warehouse workers who work at Denali National Park continued through the Independence Day weekend. Coroner: Teenage girl shot in father’s store becomes 5th slain by suspected SC serial killerGAFFNEY, S.C. — A teenage girl shot while helping her father in their family’s small furniture and appliance store died Saturday, becoming the fifth victim of a suspected serial killer terrorizing a small South Carolina community, authorities said. US committed to Iraq withdrawal, says BidenBAGHDAD - US Vice President Joe Biden Saturday said the United States was committed to withdrawing its soldiers from Iraq by the end of 2011. Former president George W. Bush to speak at 4th of July celebration in remote Oklahoma townWOODWARD, Okla. — Former President George W. Bush, who has turned up in a handful of out-of-the-way places since leaving office, was set to spend part of Independence Day speaking at a remodeled rodeo arena in rural northwestern Oklahoma. Rescued on eve of Inauguration Day, sea turtle named for Obama gets liberty on Fourth of JulyKEY WEST, Fla. — A sea turtle named after President Barack Obama that was rescued just before Inauguration Day has been set free on Independence Day. North Korea fires 7 ballistic missiles off eastern coast, flouting UN resolutionsSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea launched seven ballistic missiles Saturday into waters off its east coast in a show of military firepower that defied U.N. resolutions and drew global expressions of condemnation and concern. White House celebrating Independence Day with barbecue, fireworks for military familiesWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says Iraq’s independence is an extraordinary accomplishment but that its transition won’t be without problems. Statue of Liberty reopened to touristsNEW YORK - The first people in eight years to climb the narrow inner spiral up to the Statue of Liberty’s crown were seven US immigrant soldiers who became US citizens under sparkling skies Saturday morning on the US Independence Day. Under grueling Afghan sun, US Marines march through July 4 _ dreaming of cool beer and lakesNAWA, Afghanistan — Taliban militants were nowhere in sight as the columns of U.S. Marines walked a third straight day across southern Afghanistan. But the desert heat proved an enemy in its own right, with several troops falling victim Saturday to temperatures topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Fireworks explosion on remote NC island kills 1, hurts 4; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — A truckload of fireworks exploded Saturday morning on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing one worker and critically injuring four others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities said. Fireworks explode on remote NC island, injuring several; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — Authorities say a fireworks explosion on a North Carolina island only reachable by ferry has injured several people. Obama sets out to reshape US relations in Russia, meet the Pope, make a mark in AfricaWASHINGTON — Determined to change the way the world views the United States, Barack Obama is onto his next foreign mission: rebuilding relations with Russia, proving to global leaders that America is serious about climate change, and outlining his vision for Africa, his father’s birthplace. On Independence Day, Liberty’s crown reopens to public after almost 8 yearsNEW YORK — The first visitors to Statue of Liberty’s crown in nearly eight years have made the arduous climb — and one couple marked the occasion by getting engaged. VP Biden celebrates July 4 with US troops in Iraq after delivering warning to Iraqi leadersBAGHDAD — Vice President Joe Biden celebrated the Fourth of July with his son and other American troops in Iraq on Saturday, a day after warning Iraqi leaders that U.S. assistance will be jeopardized if the country reverts to ethnic and sectarian violence. American expats in Bangalore celebrate I-Day with gustoBANGALORE - Living more than 13,000 km away from their home has not deterred the sizeable American community in India’s IT hub Bangalore as they celebrated the American Independence Day Saturday. North Korea fires 7 ballistic missiles violating UN Rules : Report
SKorea says North has fired 7 missiles off eastern coast; report says they are Scud-typeSEOUL, South Korea — South Korea says North Korea has fired a seventh missile off its eastern coast. SKorea says North Korea fires 6 missiles off eastern coast; report says they are Scud-typeSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea fired six ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and an apparent message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day. SKorea says North has fired 6 missiles off eastern coast; report says they are Scud-typeSEOUL, South Korea — South Korea says North Korea has fired a sixth missile off its eastern coast. |
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SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea fired seven ballistic missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, a violation of U.N. resolutions and an apparent message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day.
