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Secret holds are an obscure tradition in which senators anonymously threaten to filibuster executive and judicial nominations. Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill of Missouri, who is leading the drive to abolish the practice, says she has the support of two-thirds of the Senate to get the Rules Committee to stop them.

Journalists Cokie and Steve Roberts join us to talk about marriage and faith. The Roberts have been reporting on stories for more than 40 years, just about as long as they've been married to each other. They're out with a new book about how they've joined two faith traditions into a long, successful marriage.

Lice in children have been treated for years with lotions, creams and shampoos. But the little critters are becoming more and more resistant. Now an oral drug already used to treat certain parasites in people appears to kill lice as well. Researchers say it could be an alternative when standard treatments fail.

Airs Tuesdays, January 4 - 25, 2011 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

Airs Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

The Jordanian doctor had provided information that led to the killing of several al-Qaida operatives, a former intelligence official said. His reports were so sensitive they were subject to "restricted handling," meaning they were seen in Washington only by the CIA director and his top assistants.

San Diego County home prices are creeping higher and higher. But, is it enough to be optimistic for the future? KPBS Reporter Sharon Heilbrunn investigates.

Airs Monday, October 25, 2010 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV

SDLFF and FilmOut Present Basque Film Tonight at UltraStar Mission Valley

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