Kim's Death Sets Off Tense Wait

North Korea resumed its customary silence one day after it announced the death of its leader of 17 years.

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North Korean leader's son rises as likely successor

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US spy chief nominee warns of NKorea 'direct attacks'

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US to widen sanctions against North Korea

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