Lynn Hatem

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

San Francisco’s Chinatown: A Unique Intersection of Heritage and Evolution

San Francisco's Chinatown is not just another traditional Chinese district filled with dim sum restaurants, red lanterns, and cultural souvenirs. Spanning 24 packed square...

Migration Gravel Race: Unveiling the Untapped Potential of Africa’s Biking Landscape

June 2023 marked the third iteration of the Migration Gravel Race (MGR), a unique cycling competition that traverses the diverse terrain of Kenya's Masai...

Global Recognition for Argentina’s Bodega Catena Zapata: The World’s Top Wine Estate

Argentine winery, Bodega Catena Zapata, renowned for putting Argentine malbec on the world wine map, has recently been declared the top wine estate in...

Vacation-Prep Culture: The Rising Phenomenon of Pre-Trip Self Care

The trend of vacation preparation, otherwise known as "vacation prep," has taken off on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. Influencers and...

Compassionate Communication: Healing Trauma and Encouraging Empathy in Hong Kong’s Schools

In the aftermath of the Cultural Revolution, an 18-year-old man moved from Fujian in southeast China to Hong Kong. Over time, through grit and...

Age Restrictions in Chinese Budget Hotels Spark Controversy

Chinese budget hotels, particularly youth hostels, have ignited a storm of controversy for purported age discrimination, following their implementation of rules that deny accommodation...

Hong Kong Taxi Driver’s Generosity Sparks Wave of Positive Experiences Amidst Tensions

An uplifting tale about a Hong Kong taxi driver's act of goodwill has sparked a wave of similar stories shared by travelers to the...

Viral Video: Chinese Woman Reveals Pregnancy News Through Husband’s Pulse Reading

A unique video circulating in China's social media landscape has captivated netizens' hearts. It shows a playful and heartwarming moment when a woman, Guo,...

Innovative Solution: Chinese Tattooist Offers Free Service to Aid Alzheimer’s Patients

In Guangdong, a province located in Southern China, a unique approach to dealing with Alzheimer’s disease has been initiated. Zhang, who owns three tattoo...

Unconventional Response to E-Bike Regulations in Guangzhou Sparks Debate

In a remarkable turn of events, a number of young people in Guangzhou, a bustling city in southern China, have adopted an unconventional approach...

Chinese Divers Dominate Women’s 10-meter Platform Synchro at International Competitions

Continuing their unbeatable streak in international competitions, China's top female divers Chen Yuxi and Quan Hongchan grabbed the championship title in the women's 10-meter...

China’s NCHA Unveils a Comprehensive Catalog of Ancient Stone Inscriptions and Carvings

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) has made an exciting announcement - the release of a comprehensive catalog containing 1,658 significant ancient stone inscriptions...

Filipino Icon Lea Salonga Returns to Broadway with a Filipino-Dominated Production

Broadway star and Filipino icon Lea Salonga has returned to the theater where her Broadway journey began, marking a historic first in her career:...

Cultivated Meats and Precision Fermentation: Singapore’s Food Revolution

Singapore, the tiny island nation with limited agricultural land, is taking giant strides in embracing revolutionary food technologies to achieve its ambitious '30 by...

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