Here's a look at the stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?
Senate approves $662 billion defense bill
Ginger White: I didn't take money to tell story of Cain relationship
US military hands Camp Victory over to Iraqis
Newt says he'll be the GOP nominee
Payroll tax break extension proposals from both parties fail in the Senate
Cain says wife did not know of payments to alleged mistress
Iranian diplomats set to leave UK
Marshawn Lynch runs for 148 yards, 2 TDs to carry Seahawks to 31-14 win over fading Eagles
Merkel: Financial crisis solution to 'take years'
Obama adopts new campaign phrase
D.C. punk stalwarts Fugazi launch a massive live archive project