Lynn Hatem

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

Spike Lee Reflects on Reunion with Denzel Washington for Highest 2 Lowest at Cannes

Spike Lee reflected on the seamless reunion with Denzel Washington while filming their latest project, Highest 2 Lowest, nearly two decades after their last...

Denzel Washington Receives Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes for Legendary Career

U.S. actor Denzel Washington received a surprise honorary Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival, celebrating his remarkable career in cinema. The 70-year-old...

British Climbers Use Xenon Gas to Speed Up Everest Ascent, Breaking Tradition

Four British climbers have become the first to summit Mount Everest using Xenon gas, significantly reducing the usual acclimatisation period required to adjust to...

Jafar Panahi Returns to Cannes with Powerful New Film It Was Just An Accident

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, who spent 15 years barred from traveling by the Tehran government, made a poignant return to the Cannes Film Festival’s...

Once Upon A Time in Gaza Highlights Palestinian Story at Cannes Amid Crisis

The inclusion of a film set in Gaza in the official selection of the Cannes Film Festival comes at a critical moment for the...

Harris Dickinson’s Directorial Debut Urchin Premieres at Cannes with Critical Acclaim

British actor Harris Dickinson, known for his performances in Babygirl and Triangle of Sadness, took an uncharted path when directing his debut feature film...

Kevin Spacey Returns to Cannes Amid Legal Battles and Film Promotion

Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey expressed that “it was nice to be back” during an awards ceremony held on the sidelines of the Cannes Film...

My Father’s Shadow: Nigeria’s Cannes-Selected Film Exploring Family and Identity

Nigeria’s first film officially selected for the Cannes Film Festival, My Father’s Shadow, is a deeply personal story crafted by director Akinola Davies Jr....

Copenhagen Launches CopenPay to Reward Eco-Friendly Tourists This Summer

This summer, the city of Copenhagen in Denmark is rolling out an exciting initiative aimed at encouraging eco-friendly tourism. As part of the CopenPay...

How AI Powers Candy Crush Saga’s Thousands of Puzzle Levels

Players navigating through the vast world of Candy Crush Saga, with its more than 18,700 levels, might be surprised to learn that artificial intelligence...

Final Destination: Bloodlines – A Return to Gore-Fueled Fate and Fatal Accidents

The Grim Reaper returns in Final Destination: Bloodlines, the sixth installment of the well-known horror franchise where fate intervenes, accidents loom, and the innocent...

China and South Korea Renew Cultural Ties with K-Pop Concerts and Visa-Free Travel

Ties between China and South Korea are showing signs of improvement after years of cultural restrictions. Although a highly anticipated concert by K-pop boy...

Moscow Metro Celebrates 90 Years of Grandeur, Innovation, and Expansion

A marble plaque at Sokolniki station marks the beginning of one of the world’s most iconic underground railways, which opened on May 15, 1935....

Haochen Zhang and Dover Quartet Deliver Electrifying Chamber Music Performance

Pianist Haochen Zhang signaled the end of a breathtaking performance with the Dover Quartet by gently closing the lid of the Steinway grand piano,...

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