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The Week - Entertainment

The best fantasy books of all time - In Depth - These books have transported scores of readers from the Shire, to Westeros and to mid-20th century China - In Depth

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Amanda Knox and real crime stand-up shows at Edinburgh Fringe -- In the Spotlight -- Should some subjects be off-limits for comedy? -- The Week UK

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Comfort watches: the best escapist TV to stream now -- The Week Recommends -- Feel-good shows to take your mind off the news -- Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK

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Africa's blueberry boom -- Under the Radar -- The continent is capitalising on a demand for fresh produce, using new techniques and forging new commercial partnerships -- Will Barker, The Week UK

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6 UP-AND-COMING WINE REGIONS FAR FROM THE FAMILIAR -- the week recommends -- Get to know the wines of Bolivia, Morocco and more -- Scott Hocker, The Week US

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Why actors and musicians are pivoting to OnlyFans -- In the Spotlight -- Harry Potter star Jessie Cave among the stars turning to the online subscription platform known for its adult content -- The Week UK

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The 8 best movies of the 1990s -- the week recommends -- A serial killer, a comedic time loop and a sci-fi action classic highlight the best films of the decade -- David Faris

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John Galliano's controversial Met retrospective -- Talking Point -- Fashion designer was previously ostracised after making racist comments -- Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK

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The trifle revival -- The Week Recommends -- Britain's nostalgic dessert is making a comeback -- Lea Tran

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Sailing back in time on the Norfolk Broads -- The Week Recommends -- Escape the 'restless tide of the world' with this serene journey -- The Week UK

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Summer on the Slovene Riviera -- The Week Recommends -- Plus hiking the 'Great Wall' of Seoul and doing Route 66 by train -- The Week UK

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7 BEST BANG-FOR-YOUR-BUCK COUNTRIES TO VISIT RIGHT NOW -- The Week Recommends -- Have the trip of your dreams, for less -- Catherine Garcia, The Week US

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'The Odyssey' has kicked off a debate among authors -- In the Spotlight -- The discourse might be proof that anti-intellectualism hasn't won -- Theara Coleman, The Week US

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Quieter neighbourhoods to escape the crowds during Edinburgh Fringe -- The Week Recommends -- Venture off the beaten track to peaceful seaside havens and foodie hubs -- Jaymi McCann

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6 majestic homes in Utah -- Feature -- Featuring a historic gothic revival in Spring City and contemporary mountain home in Eden -- The Week US

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