➤ Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York was elected Tuesday to continue leading Senate Democrats, this time as minority leader. Sen. Dick Durbin will remain the party's whip, a position he has held for 20 years. (More) 

➤ The State Department plans to send Ukraine another $725 million in weapons, including anti-personnel land mines, counter-drone systems, and other munitions. (More)

➤ A Secret Service agent outside the home of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen fired a weapon in the early hours of Tuesday morning during a confrontation with suspected carjackers. No injuries were reported. (More)

➤ President Joe Biden, during a diplomatic trip to Angola, laughed and dismissed shouted questions about his controversial decision to grant a blanket pardon to his son, Hunter Biden. (More)

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➤ The College Football Rankings, released Tuesday, have Oregon still on top, Georgia back in the top 5, and Alabama hanging in at No. 11. The final rankings are due next Tuesday, determining which 12 teams will make the playoffs. (See Rankings) 

➤ The NFL announced Pro Bowl vote-getters for each position in the NFC and AFC, led by Baltimore Ravens stars Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, who were first and second overall in votes. Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels led all NFC QBs. (More)

➤ Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Reddick told reporters that he isn't sure if LeBron James’s goal to play all 82 games this season is sustainable amid the star’s recent dropoff in success. (More)

➤ The NFL has suspended Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for three games for his late hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. (More)

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A van carrying 2,500 gourmet pies from Michelin-starred British chef Tommy Banks, destined for a Christmas market, was stolen Sunday night. The $31,000 worth of pies perished, though the van was recovered. (See Details)

When's the best time to buy a Christmas tree? Prices peak at $131 around Thanksgiving and drop to $55 by Christmas Eve, but freshness is best with trees purchased shortly after cutting in late November or early December. (See Tips)

A list of America's 31 most enchanting holiday towns includes winter wonderlands ranging from snow-capped Colorado peaks to Bavarian-inspired villages. (See List)

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➤ Big Stock Move: Janux Therapeutics jumped 49% Tuesday on positive results for a novel prostate cancer treatment. (More) 

➤ President-elect Donald Trump tapped Former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission. Sources say Atkins is reluctant to leave his current role at a global consulting firm. (More)

➤ China banned exports of essential high-tech minerals to the U.S. in response to American restrictions on exports to Chinese companies. (More)

➤ McDonald's popular McRib sandwich is back on the menu for now. This time, the tangy BBQ specialty item will only be available for order through the McDonald's app. (More)

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➤ Genetically speaking, why are some cats orange? Scientists have identified a specific mutation in the Arhgap36 gene that indirectly increases the production of the necessary pigment. (More)

➤ NASA is working with Boeing to develop a new passenger airplane with a specially designed longer wingspan. The X-66 is intended to significantly reduce fuel consumption. (See Photos)

➤ Orcas off the coast of Washington state are carrying dead salmon on their heads, a behavior last observed in 1987. Scientists can only guess at the reasons for the so-called "dead fish hats." (More)

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➤ Jaguar introduced its $126,000 pink electric car, the Type 00, aimed at Gen Z. It faced backlash for its bold design and "woke" rebranding, with critics mocking it as a "pink Batmobile.” (See Car)

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