Typhoon Noul, China's strongest storm this year, made landfall in Guangdong, cancelling flights and rail services and stranding 2,000 at Hong Kong airport.
The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has spurred China's animal rights advocates to move their campaign offline and overseas amid censorship.
New World Development's Pavilia Farm III luxury project in Hong Kong sells out its first phase of 88 flats for HK$950 million in a single day, despite prior rebuilding costs.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits North Korea to strengthen ties, marking his first trip since 2019 amid shifting regional geopolitics and potential US-North Korea diplomatic developments.
Hong Kong launches a HK$3/liter diesel subsidy and 50% tunnel toll waiver for commercial transport, tackling high fuel costs as global oil prices surge.
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries unveiled an affordability agenda in Pennsylvania as the parties mark 100 days until the November midterm elections.
Another 55,000 fled southwest France overnight as fire 'whirlwinds' neared Bordeaux, lifting total France and Spain wildfire evacuations beyond 340,000.
Rising U.S. Treasury yields signal deep market anxiety over inflation and whether Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will back tough talk with action on rates in 2026.
Claiming Social Security at 62 means smaller checks, while waiting boosts payouts. Here's how to weigh the trade-offs and build a broader retirement income
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK brand achieved unprecedented sales figures at Coachella 2026, breaking previous records and highlighting the power of artist-driven merchandise.
ReelShort and Endemol Shine Brasil partner to launch "De Repente Casados," a Brazilian adaptation of the hit microdrama "Married at First Sight," premiering April 18.
Netflix announces that 'Everyone Is Doing Great,' starring James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti, will stream both seasons starting May 11, with Season 2 premiering globally.
Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Rising U.S. Treasury yields signal deep market anxiety over inflation and whether Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will back tough talk with action on rates in 2026.
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.
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