This is AP News Minute.President Obama and Congress members are expected back in Washington on Thursday.It's an early end to their holiday break.Time is running out on a deal to avoid big tax increases and spending cuts set to go into effect next week.A massive storm system that affected America's midsection and unleashed tornadoes across the south is trekking toward the northeast.After-Christmas travelers are bracing for a second day of flight delays and cancellations.Ben Affleck says he won't be running for the Senate.Affleck says he's taking his name off the list of possible candidates for Senator John Kerry's seat in Massacussets.The seat will be open if Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of States.Belgian chocolate makers have created the world's largest vintage steam train made out of chocolate.The 110-foot sculpture is on display at the Eurostar platform of a Brussels train station.Joe Belmont, the Associated Press with AP News Minute.
