North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles but one launch failed, South Korea's military said Monday, a day after Pyongyang warned of "fatal consequences" following major joint exercises in the South. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the military had detected two launches, the first at 5:05 am (2005 GMT)
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Gaza hospital chief among Palestinians freed by Israel
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Kohli, Rohit retire from T20 internationals after India triumph
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France votes in snap polls as far-right eyes historic win
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Thousands displaced as Israel pummels north Gaza
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Messi to miss Argentina-Peru Copa clash: team
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Colombia into Copa quarters after Costa Rica romp
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