Lynn Hatem

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

Big Ocean: The K-pop Group Redefining Inclusivity and Breaking Barriers

In the ever-evolving world of K-pop, Big Ocean is making history as the first idol group to feature members with hearing loss. The trio,...

Sintra Residents Push Back Against Overtourism Amid Rising Visitor Numbers

In Sintra, Portugal, the challenges of overtourism are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. For residents like Martinho de Almada Pimentel, whose secluded mountainside mansion...

Exploring the Legacy of the Discovery Tree in Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Walking through Calaveras Big Trees State Park, visitors are greeted by the towering giant sequoias that have stood for centuries. Among these natural wonders...

Daisy Wang’s Dawang: Bridging Modern Streetwear with Chinese Tradition

Daisy Wang Jingwen, a Parsons School of Design graduate, has been seamlessly integrating modern Chinese elements into her personal style since her days as...

Dutch Tradition Shines at Annual National Canal Vaulting Competition

This past Saturday, the central village of Polsbroekerdam in the Netherlands was abuzz with excitement as contestants from across the country gathered for the...

Jude Law’s “The Order” Highlights Timely Themes of Bigotry and Extremism

Jude Law’s latest film, The Order, making its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, explores the unsettling rise of white supremacist movements in...

Shanghai Museum’s Ancient Egyptian Exhibition Welcomes Cats for Unique “Meow Night”

This summer, the Shanghai Museum has drawn large crowds with its captivating exhibition of ancient Egyptian relics, featuring cat statues and other feline imagery....

Oasis Reunion Tour Tickets Sell Out Amidst Technical Issues and High Demand

Tickets for Oasis's highly anticipated reunion tour, set for next year, sold out by Saturday evening, despite widespread complaints from fans about technical difficulties...

South Korean Dramas Reflect Aging Society, Shifting Focus to Older Actors

Korean broadcaster ENA premiered its thriller drama Your Honour on August 12, starring veteran actors Son Hyun-joo, 59, and Kim Myung-min, 51. The show...

Gosari Express: Seoul’s Hidden Vegan Gem Serving Flavorful and Inclusive Cuisine

Tucked away in a historic brick alleyway near Seoul’s Jungang Market, just north of the Sindang metro station, Gosari Express stands as a hidden...

HMD Global and Mattel Unveil Nostalgic Barbie-Themed Flip Phone

HMD Global, the company behind Nokia-branded phones, has teamed up with Mattel, the iconic toymaker, to introduce the HMD Barbie Phone. This pink feature...

“Look Back”: A Nostalgic Dive into Artistic Passion by Tatsuki Fujimoto

Tatsuki Fujimoto’s 2021 manga Look Back is a departure from the usual intensity of his works like Fire Punch and Chainsaw Man. This one-shot...

Exploring Chinese Funeral Traditions and Rituals Honoring the Deceased

Belief in the afterlife and rituals to honor the deceased are practices deeply rooted in human culture, with each society developing its own ways...

Singapore Bus Driver Faces Backlash After Ejecting Chinese Tourists Over Souvenir Dispute

A tour bus driver in Singapore has come under fire after forcibly ejecting a group of Chinese tourists who declined to purchase additional souvenirs....

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