Lynn Hatem
Lynn Hatem is a distinguished journalist for Beijing Times, renowned for her insightful coverage of culture and lifestyle. Despite not being native to China, her unique international perspective has made her a powerful voice in articulating the richness of global cultures. She continuously navigates the multifaceted cultural landscape, painting a vivid picture of contemporary life and trends.
Montmartre Residents Push Back Against Overtourism in Paris
Montmartre, the postcard-perfect hilltop district of Paris, is facing mounting pressure from a surge in visitors, sparking fears among residents that their neighbourhood could...
Alain Passard Reinvents Fine Dining with Fully Plant-Based Menu at L’Arpège
French culinary icon Alain Passard has taken a bold and historic leap in the world of fine dining by transforming his renowned Paris restaurant,...
Head Over Heels K-Drama Wrap-Up: A Supernatural Romance That Falters in Execution
In Head Over Heels, teenage shaman Park Seong-ah (Cho Yi-hyun) has spent most of her high school years protecting her cursed classmate Bae Gyeon-woo...
Liam Neeson Revives Classic Comedy in Hilarious New Naked Gun Sequel
More than thirty years after Leslie Nielsen’s last misadventure as the clueless Lieutenant Frank Drebin, The Naked Gun returns in a side-splitting legacy sequel...
AI-Generated ASMR Videos Offer Stress Relief and Sensory Escape
Yin Chenxi, a second-year postgraduate student, was working on her thesis when a video on the Chinese platform RedNote caught her attention. Tagged with...
Chinese Wines Make Their Mark in New York Thanks to China Wine Club
A growing number of New York bars and restaurants, from Michelin-starred Gramercy Tavern to neighborhood wine bars like Cellar 36, are now offering Chinese...
“Wednesday” Season Two Returns with More Mystery, Family, and Addams Charm
Nearly three years after its debut, the hit Netflix series Wednesday returns with a highly anticipated second season, further diving into the eerie world...
India Recovers Piprahwa Buddha Relics After 127 Years
A treasured collection of ancient jewels believed to be linked to the corporeal relics of the historical Buddha has returned to India after more...
Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” Becomes Highest-Grossing Country Tour in History
Beyoncé has officially made history with her "Cowboy Carter" tour, now the highest-grossing country tour of all time, generating over $400 million in revenue,...
Julian Schnabel to Receive Career Honor at Venice Film Festival
American artist and filmmaker Julian Schnabel is set to be honored at the upcoming Venice Film Festival with the prestigious Cartier Glory to the...
Viral Dating Scandals Resurface as Old iPhone Scheme Gains New Attention
The resurgence of a past romance scam is making waves online, following the exposure of a cross-dressing man known as "Sister Hong" who deceived...
Masked Chinese Singer Sparks Debate Ahead of Concert Debut
A 20-year-old singer from China known only by her online alias “wangzaixiaoqiao” is making headlines with plans to hold her first live concert—without ever...
Ancient Medicinal Wines Get a Modern Twist in Hong Kong’s Cocktail Scene
Once a staple in Hong Kong households, medicinal wines—infused with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) ingredients—have nearly vanished from daily life. These herbal concoctions, once...
Long-Lost Buckingham Nicks Album Finally Gets Reissue After 50 Years
Before the turbulence of Rumours and the arena-sized fame of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham were two young dreamers in Los Angeles,...
