Lynn Hatem

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

Baobao Festival: A Centuries-Old Tradition of Finding Godfathers for Good Health

In Guanghan, Sichuan province, a traditional Chinese custom known as la bao bao involves visiting parks to find strangers to be godfathers for children,...

Families Honor Deceased Couple with “Ghost Marriage” for Posthumous Union

The families of a Chinese couple who tragically died in a car accident decided to find closure by holding a “ghost marriage” in their...

Young Adults in China Host Matchmaking Events for Pets Amid Marriage Pressure

Young adults in China are finding a unique way to cope with societal pressures to get married by hosting matchmaking events for their pets....

Bicycle Rider Detained in Beijing for Staging Road Accidents to Extort Drivers

In Beijing, a cyclist named Zhang has been detained for orchestrating road accidents to extort drivers, amassing 100,000 yuan (US$14,000) over a two-month period....

Unearthing History: Netflix Documentary Explores the Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors

Fifty years ago, in March 1974, farmers digging a well in Shaanxi province, northwest China, stumbled upon fragments of clay figures, leading to one...

Discovering Mysore: The Global Yoga Hub Transforming Lives

Cairo Murillo, a 37-year-old yoga teacher and surfer from Brazil, arrived in Mysore, India, last July with plans for a brief visit to several...

Malissa Sander: How Aqua Fitness Transformed Her Life and Wellness

Aqua fitness has been a lifeline for Malissa Sander during some of the most challenging times in her life. Born in Sri Lanka, Sander,...

Martial Arts Power Couple JuJu Chan Szeto and Antony Szeto Share Their Journey

JuJu Chan Szeto and Antony Szeto are a formidable duo in the martial arts world. JuJu, a 35-year-old action star known for her role...

Thailand Prepares for Tourism Boom After Filming of “The White Lotus” Season Three

Now that the fictional guests of "The White Lotus" Season Three have checked out of their luxurious Thai resort, the country is gearing up...

Aupen: The Indie Handbag Brand Making Waves in the Fashion World

Brand names, logos, and monogrammed bags may catch the eye, but the relatively minimalist designs of indie handbag label Aupen are setting a new...

Art Basel Fair Sees Multi-Million Dollar Sales Amid Global Market Slowdown

Art dealers, collectors, and gallery owners from around the globe concluded several multi-million dollar transactions at the annual Art Basel fair in Switzerland this...

Wu-Tang Clan’s Exclusive Album “Once Upon A Time in Shaolin” Debuts at Australian Museum

Wu-Tang Clan's one-of-a-kind album "Once Upon A Time in Shaolin" began its exclusive listening sessions at Tasmania's Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)...

Prince William’s Children Share Heartwarming Father’s Day Message

In a heartfelt gesture, the three young children of Prince William and Kate, the Princess of Wales, released a Father's Day message and photograph...

“Inside Out 2” Dominates Box Office with $155 Million Opening Weekend

Pixar's animated film "Inside Out 2" has made a significant impact at the box office, generating an estimated $155 million in ticket sales across...

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