WASHINGTON (AP) — A showdown is set for Saturday night when the Senate takes up health care legislation. That's when an initial test vote is set. A 60-vote majority is required to advance the bill toward full debate, expected to begin after Thanksgiving.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A tax proposal by House and Senate Democrats is raising eyebrows. The so-called "Botax" would be applied to breast implants, tummy tucks, wrinkle-smoothing injections and other procedures. Some plastic surgeons say such a tax would hurt countless American women, of every income level.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon it taking steps it hopes will prevent a repeat of the Fort Hood rampage that left 13 dead. An Army officer, who is also a psychiatrist, is accused of the carnage. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says a review will look for "internal weaknesses and procedural shortcomings."

KABUL (AP) — Critics of Afghan President Hamid Karzai's inaugural speech are asking if he will follow through on pledges to crack down on corruption and strengthen security so foreign troops can go home. Karzai made the pledges in an inaugural address. He's starting another five-year term.

CHICAGO (AP) — The queen of TV talk shows sees an end to her reign. Oprah Winfrey's production company says she'll announce tomorrow that her show will end in 2011.