➤ House Democrats on Tuesday chose 74-year-old Rep. Gerry Connolly as their leader on the Oversight and Accountability Committee, dealing a defeat to rival Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. (More) 

➤ Presidential electors cast their votes at state capitols across the U.S. Tuesday, formalizing President-elect Donald Trump's 312-226 Electoral College victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. (More)

➤ Speaking of the election, Trump sued The Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer on Monday, alleging the outlet intentionally published a deceptive poll in violation of Iowa’s consumer fraud laws. (More)

➤ Confidence in the U.S. judicial system hit a record low of 35% in 2024, a 24-point drop since 2020, according to a new Gallup survey. (More) 

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She was just five when her stepfather started to traffic and abuse her. The first time she ran away, she was seven, and then multiple times after that. But cops kept picking her up and returning her “home” … to her abuser.

Yvonne’s nightmare continued for many years. Trafficked by her own stepfather. Abused in the foster care system. And further victimized by the so-called “justice” system.

At 16, she was picked up by an elderly man who looked like he was on his way home. He violently attacked her. In the struggle to get away, Yvonne stabbed him with a knife. She was quickly arrested — labeled a prostitute — and charged with manslaughter. She went to adult prison for five years.

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➤ Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has passed Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson for first place in the NFL’s Pro Bowl voting with one week remaining. (More)

➤ San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich announced his desire to return to the team in his first statement since leaving the team due to suffering a stroke six weeks ago. (See Statement)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons have made a change at quarterback, benching Kirk Cousins in favor of first-round rookie Micahel Penix Jr. just a few months after signing Cousins to a four-year $180 million contract. (More)

➤ Vermont defeated Marshall 2-1 in sudden-death overtime in Monday’s NCAA College Cup final, earning the Catamounts their first-ever national championship in a team sport. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s results: NCAAF | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW 

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A new map shows 18 states with a high chance of a white Christmas this year. (See Map)

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A dad went viral on social media after building a Polar Express-inspired train for his daughter using plastic canisters, plywood, and industrial paint. (Watch Video)

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Daily Market Report   12/17/2024

➤ Big Stock Move: Rigetti Computing jumped 32% Tuesday as the company rode the rally lifting all quantum computing stocks. (More)

➤ A new federal rule bans "junk fees" on hotel stays and live event tickets, requiring businesses to disclose total prices upfront to prevent surprise charges. (More)

➤ U.S. retail sales rose 0.7% in November, boosted by auto purchases and holiday discounts, signaling continued economic strength. (More)

➤ Starbucks workers’ union, representing over 10,000 baristas, has authorized a potential strike as wage talks stall and legal disputes with the coffee giant remain unresolved. (See Details)

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We’ve saved countless lives. Strengthened state and federal laws. Trained law enforcement and judicial system personnel. But there are still more children at risk, trapped in a life they never chose, both here in the U.S. and abroad. Tomorrow, another child will be brutally targeted. With your gift TODAY, Shared Hope can save that life! 

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➤ Endurance, NASA’s new autonomous lunar rover concept, has been designed to withstand harsh conditions on the moon and collect hard-to-reach samples for future astronaut retrieval. (See Illustration)  

➤ Deep-sea scientists have, for the first time, filmed mollusk-like creatures resembling modern nautiloids that are believed to have existed 500 million years ago, even before dinosaurs. (See Photo)  

➤ A study of remains from 37 Bronze Age men, women, and children discovered in England suggests they were killed, butchered, and cannibalized. (More) 

➤ Attraction isn’t just about looks. Science reveals 25 key traits that can make you magnetic to others. (See Traits)

➤ Parents aiming to raise mentally strong kids can use 10 powerful phrases to foster resilience, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving skills. (See Phrases)

➤ People often overestimate risks and underestimate opportunities, says Jeff Bezos. Recognizing this human bias can help individuals embrace bold decisions and unlock greater potential. (See Details)

➤ A Virginia man died after being struck by a bear falling from a tree during a hunting accident. Officials say no charges are being pursued. (More)

➤ Muppet, a pink, 12-year-old Chinese crested dog with a permanent tongue droop and quirky hairstyle, won Britain’s “Ugliest Dog” title, delighting fans with his charm. (See Photos)

➤ Dirty Dancing, Beverly Hills Cop, and Up in Smoke are among the latest set of 25 films inducted into the National Film Registry for their cultural and historical significance. (See Films)

➤ The Only Device Stand You’ll Ever Need. GoDonut is a clever and convenient stand for phones, tablets, and e-readers that makes it easy to enjoy your mobile devices anywhere, hands-free. (See It Here)

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