Obama warns of ‘serious consequences’ after N. Korea, again, tests nuclear weapon

Obama warns of ‘serious consequences’ after N. Korea, again, tests nuclear weapon

(CNSNews.com) – President Obama warned that North Korea would face "serious consequences" after conducting a nuclear test early Friday – the latest in a series of provocative actions this year including a previous nuclear test eight months ago and multiple ballistic missile launches since.

White House press secretary Josh Earnest said Obama had spoken to South Korean and Japanese leaders by phone, and "reiterated the unbreakable U.S. commitment to the security of our allies in Asia and around the world."

Two state reps defeated in primary contests
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Two state reps defeated in primary contests

State House News Service

CAMBRIDGE — Rep. Tim Toomey of Cambridge announced Thursday night that he lost his Democratic primary to challenger Mike Connolly.

In Lawrence, political newcomer Juana Matias toppled Rep. Marcos Devers in the Democratic primary in the 16th Essex district that represents parts of that city, the Lawrence Eagle Tribune reported.

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