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.
Hong Kong Red Cross Raises Haemoglobin Threshold for Female Blood Donors Amid Improved Donor Health
The Hong Kong Red Cross has raised the haemoglobin threshold for female blood donors for the first time in 30 years, reflecting improved donor...
Hong Kong Boosts Support for Outdoor Workers Amid Intense Heatwave and Heatstroke Risks
Hong Kong authorities have intensified efforts to protect outdoor workers from heatstroke by offering subsidies to employers purchasing cooling equipment, as the city faced...
Hong Kong Youth Show High E-Cigarette Use; Public Backs Plain Cigarette Packaging
A recent university study reveals that nearly 70 percent of Hongkongers under 25 have tried e-cigarettes, with 60 percent citing peer pressure as a...
Hong Kong’s Environment Minister Advocates Voluntary Approach for Single-Use Plastics Ban
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Tse Chin-wan, has urged caution in applying mandatory measures to advance green policies, highlighting the city’s current...
Thrilling Punjabi Bull Racing: A Vibrant Tradition in Rural Pakistan
In the sun-drenched fields of rural Pakistan, thick wooden yokes bind pairs of powerful bulls as a man clings precariously to a narrow plank...
Cirque du Soleil Returns to Hong Kong with Spectacular Kooza Show
Cirque du Soleil has returned to Hong Kong after a seven-year hiatus with its electrifying production, Kooza, now showing at the Central Harbourfront Event...
Bali’s Ban on Small Plastic Bottles Sparks Industry Backlash and Environmental Praise
Bali’s recent ban on small plastic water bottles has ignited debate between environmental advocates and industry stakeholders. The new regulation, which took effect in...
Removal of Mount Pulag Cat Sparks Debate Over Wildlife and Animal Welfare
The removal of a popular feral cat from Mount Pulag, one of the Philippines’ highest peaks, has stirred intense debate online between animal welfare...
Malaysia Debates Panda Program Costs as Native Wildlife Faces Extinction
With the return of pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi to China after over a decade in Malaysia, public attention has turned to whether...
Endangered Royal Bengal Tiger Brutally Killed by Mob in Assam
In a tragic and disturbing incident, a mob of around 1,000 villagers in northeastern India brutally killed a Royal Bengal tiger, hacking off its...
Foo Fighters Set for Explosive Jakarta Comeback with Unique Onstage Freedom
US rock band Foo Fighters are making a highly anticipated return to Indonesia after nearly three decades, bringing with them an unfiltered performance style...
Lady Gaga’s Singapore Concerts See Lukewarm Response Amid Economic Uncertainty
Singapore’s booming live concert scene appears to be cooling, with Lady Gaga’s recent shows receiving a less-than-anticipated response despite early buzz. Unlike the frenzied...
Japan’s Men’s Concept Cafes Spark Concern Over Legal and Ethical Violations
Japan’s rising number of men’s concept cafes—venues where male staff provide themed entertainment to women customers—has drawn sharp scrutiny following a recent crackdown in...
Why Many Adult Singaporeans Still Live with Their Parents
Xu Wei Jie, a 43-year-old Singaporean executive in the education sector, has never moved out of his parents’ home and has no immediate plans...
