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You can't fake this: 'The Christophers' is a witty film about forgery and friendship
In Steven Soderbergh's new dark comedy, Ian McKellen plays a famous painter, and Michaela Coel is an art restorer hired to infiltrate his home by his greedy grown-up children.
Justin Chang | Apr 17, 2026, 4:41 PM UTC

A new documentary on Lorne Michaels reveals plenty — except the man himself
Morgan Neville's film is packed with access and celebrity voices, but avoids deeper questions about its subject.
Eric Deggans | Apr 17, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC

Why scientists are nervous about fungi
They can pose a threat to human health — yeast infections are but one example. Scientists say not enough attention is paid to their ability to develop resistance to medications that treat them.
Gabrielle Emanuel | Apr 17, 2026, 1:14 PM UTC

The Strait of Hormuz opens for commercial ships but the U.S. blockade continues on Iran
Iran's foreign minister declared the Strait of Hormuz is open, following the start of an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. President Trump swiftly responded that the U.S. naval blockade on Iran will continue.
NPR Staff | Apr 17, 2026, 12:36 PM UTC

Who says they have no fear of the Trump administration? The quiz knows
Also: If you know what Eric Swalwell looks like, you'll get at least one question correct.
Holly J. Morris | Apr 17, 2026, 9:01 AM UTC

Logjam of U.S. immigration applications puts millions at greater risk of deportation
An NPR analysis shows how immigrants' attempts to live or work legally in the U.S. are caught in a bureaucratic morass.
Ximena Bustillo, Anusha Mathur | Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Families left reeling after hospitals in blue states drop transgender care for youth
Massachusetts passed laws and joined lawsuits to protect access to gender-affirming care for minors. But faced with the Trump administration's threats, some hospitals voluntarily stopped care.
Karen Brown | Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

The Labor Department wants to teach you to use AI more. Here's what we found
The short course provides solid basics for using AI. But it also misidentifies AI products, links out to bad advice and raises ethical concerns about the products it promotes
Huo Jingnan | Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Do less, ask for more: How to make life easier as a working parent
Going back to work after having a baby can be overwhelming. You're juggling all the emotions of being a new parent while getting up to speed at your job. Tips to help you make a smooth transition.
Andee Tagle, Malaka Gharib | Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Human rights groups raise alarm over fate of Salvadorans deported from U.S.
Migrants deported from the U.S. routinely disappear into El Salvador's prisons the moment they land or in the weeks that follow. Many remain incommunicado from family and lawyers for years.
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán | Apr 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

