Latest articles by Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK
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Seurat and the Sea: ‘revelatory’ paintings are ‘peculiar and strange’The Week Recommends First show dedicated to the French artist’s ‘luminous’ seascapes
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Gisèle Pelicot’s ‘extraordinarily courageous’ memoir is a ‘compelling’ readIn the Spotlight A Hymn to Life is a ‘riveting’ account of Pelicot’s ordeal and a ‘rousing feminist manifesto’
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How to Get to Heaven from Belfast: a ‘highly entertaining ride’The Week Recommends Mystery-comedy from the creator of Derry Girls should be ‘your new binge-watch’
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A dreamy long weekend on the Amalfi CoastThe Week Recommends History, pasta, scenic views – this sun-drenched stretch of Italy’s southern coast has it all
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Small Prophets: Mackenzie Crook’s ‘idiosyncratic’ comedy is a ‘treasure’The Week Recommends Detectorists creator returns with a ‘funny, strange and surprisingly accessible’ show
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Wuthering Heights: ‘wildly fun’ reinvention of the classic novel lacks depthTalking Point Emerald Fennell splits the critics with her sizzling spin on Emily Brontë’s gothic tale
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The world’s most romantic hotelsThe Week Recommends Treetop hideaways, secluded villas and a woodland cabin – perfect settings for Valentine’s Day
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Will Beatrice and Eugenie be dragged into the Epstein scandal?Talking Point The latest slew of embarrassing emails from Fergie to the notorious sex offender have put her daughters in a deeply uncomfortable position
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Can London’s pie and mash shops make a comeback?Under the Radar Traditional East End eateries are on the ‘brink of extinction’ – but a younger generation is giving the Cockney cuisine an unexpected boost
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Sean Bean brings ‘charisma’ and warmth to Get BirdingThe Week Recommends Surprise new host of RSPB’s birdwatching podcast is a hit
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Oscar predictions 2026: who is likely to win?In Depth The contenders everyone is talking about ahead of this year’s Academy Awards ceremony
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Child-free train carriages: has push for adults-only spaces gone too far?Talking Point Under-12s ban on premium commuter train carriages in France sparks backlash across the political divide
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The best family board gamesThe Week Recommends Put down the smartphones and settle in for some old fashioned fun
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The best family hotels in EuropeThe Week Recommends Top kid-friendly hotels with clubs, crèches and fun activities for children of all ages – and some downtime for the grown-ups
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Woolf Works: the Royal Ballet’s ‘dazzling’ productionThe Week Recommends Wayne McGregor’s three-act show brings Virginia Woolf’s creative world ‘vividly’ to life
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Do audiobooks count as reading?Talking Point Queen Camilla insists listening is legitimate but a snobbery remains that’s hard to shift
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Departure(s): Julian Barnes’ ‘triumphant’ final book blends fact with fictionThe Week Recommends The Booker prize-winning novelist ponders the ‘struggle to find happiness and accept life’s ending’
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How does A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms compare to Game of Thrones?Talking Point George R.R. Martin prequel is more ‘fun’ but still has plenty of blood and guts
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Wellness retreats to reset your gut healthThe Week Recommends These swanky spots claim to help reset your gut microbiome through specially tailored nutrition plans and treatments
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Are pesticides making florists sick?Under the Radar Shop-bought bouquets hide a cocktail of chemicals
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Call the Midwife returns for ‘rousing’ 15th seasonThe Week Recommends The ‘hard-hitting, heartfelt’ period drama returns as women’s lib hits London’s East End
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Disconnect and unwind at a digital detox retreatThe Week Recommends Off-grid experiences are booming as more of us ache to swap screens for scenic peace
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Podcasts at the Golden Globes: a serious businessTalking Point Amy Poehler won the inaugural award – but there were some glaring omissions
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Wilde Cambridge: home from home in a prime city spotThe Week Recommends This laid-back aparthotel is the perfect base for a weekend of exploring
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