Lynn Hatem

Lynn Hatem covers world news, culture, and lifestyle for Beijing Times, following the stories and trends shaping contemporary life around the globe.

Blackpink’s Rosé and Bruno Mars Celebrate Korean Drinking Culture in New Song “APT”

Blackpink’s Rosé and Bruno Mars have stirred global excitement with their new song "APT," released on October 19. The catchy track, featuring an infectious...

Rediscovering Kim Lim: The Abstract Sculptor Who Defied Categorization

In the mid-1960s, Singapore-born artist Kim Lim made her mark on British television, speaking confidently about her monumental sculpture Day, which stood alongside works...

How Strength Training Helped One Woman Reverse Osteoporosis

At 57, Jessie Kwong, a retired Hong Kong engineer, was diagnosed with osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures....

Semaglutide and Tirzepatide: Key Drugs for Long-Term Weight Loss and Diabetes Prevention

At 52, Kathryn Dean, a property agent from Dallas, Texas, found success in achieving long-term weight loss and preventing type-2 diabetes through the use...

Vietnam’s Fine Dining Scene Flourishes with Michelin Stars and Luxury Travelers

In July 2023, Australian chef Sam Aisbett opened his fine-dining restaurant, Akuna, in Ho Chi Minh City. Initially worried about charging 3.9 million dong...

Jimmy O. Yang Embraces Lead Role in Interior Chinatown: A Story of Identity and Representation

To prepare for his role as Willis Wu in Interior Chinatown, Jimmy O. Yang purchased a used Toyota Corolla and drove around Los Angeles....

Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars Dominates Rankings, Confirms Second Season

For three weeks between September 16 and October 6, Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars claimed the top spot in the non-English series category, becoming the...

Asia’s Culinary Scene Rises to Rival Europe: Key Trends Shaping the Future of Dining

Asia has emerged as a global dining destination, on par with Europe, according to the Future of Food report for the Asia-Pacific (Apac) region....

Nicholas Sparks Discusses Inspiration Behind New Novel Counting Miracles and Character Development

Nicholas Sparks, the bestselling author behind The Notebook and Nights in Rodanthe, shares the inspiration for his latest novel, Counting Miracles. In this new...

Mongolian Nomadic Cuisine: A Deep Dive into Tradition and Community

Mongolia is known for its vast steppes, nomadic lifestyles, and deep cultural ties to horses, but its unique culinary traditions are lesser-known. Unlike most...

New National Geographic Documentary Unveils Ernest Shackleton’s Legendary Endurance Shipwreck

In 2022, after more than a century of mystery, the legendary shipwreck of Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance was discovered at the bottom of the Weddell...

Kiran Rao’s Lost Ladies Aims for Oscar Glory and Highlights Women’s Stories in Indian Cinema

Despite the global popularity of Bollywood, Indian films have had limited success at the Academy Awards, with just 10 wins since 1957. Kiran Rao...

Namyeong-dong’s Culinary Renaissance: From Steak Alley to Trendy Food Hub

On a recent Friday morning, Keebo Edamame, a small Japanese-style pub in the back alleys of Namyeong-dong, Yongsan, Seoul, opened its doors to a...

Overcoming Osteoporosis: Jessie Kwong’s Journey to Fitness and Wellness

At the age of 57, Jessie Kwong Shun-man was diagnosed with osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures. For...

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