Lynn Hatem

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

Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr’s Real-Life Chemistry Fuels Netflix’s Forever

The journey of Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr to starring in Netflix’s Forever mirrors the poignant, youthful energy of the series itself. Their...

IU Set for May Comeback with Cha Eun-woo in Music Video Cameo

IU is set to make her long-awaited return as a singer this May, marking her first musical release since her EP The Winning in...

Geoduck Industry in Crisis Amid US-China Trade War

For over twenty years, Suquamish tribal member Joshua George has dived into the cold waters of the Salish Sea in search of geoducks—massive clams...

Memoir on Alzheimer’s Chronicles a Daughter’s Love and Loss

Dominica Yang first noticed unusual behavior in her mother in 2012, when the once-sharp and gentle woman began obsessively counting her husband’s medication. Frustrated...

Germany Secures Hohenzollern Artifacts for Public Display

Thousands of cultural treasures once belonging to Germany’s former Hohenzollern imperial family will remain in public museums in Berlin and Brandenburg, following a historic...

Saudi Arabia’s Growing Affinity for American Brands

During his nine years in Tennessee, Fahd, a Saudi national, found comfort in Dunkin' Donuts, sticking to the same order each day. Now back...

Pump Up the Healthy Love Review: A Romantic Comedy on Fitness Obsession

"Pump Up the Healthy Love" is a lighthearted Korean romantic comedy that humorously critiques the nation’s fitness obsession. Set against a backdrop of South...

Discover Shunde: A Culinary Paradise in China’s Pearl River Delta

Shunde, a culinary haven in southern China's Pearl River Delta, is known as the birthplace of Cantonese cuisine. Officially part of Foshan, Shunde is...

dearAlice: The First British K-pop Boy Band’s Journey to SMTown Live London

Two years ago, Olly, Dexter, and Blaise knew little about K-pop. Today, they are gearing up for their debut at SMTown Live London as...

Melbourne’s Chinatown: A Vibrant Legacy of Gold Rush and Chinese Culture

In 1997, Jackie Chan starred in Mr Nice Guy, an action comedy filmed in Melbourne, where he played a celebrity chef caught between criminal...

How Gut Health Shapes Brain Function and Protects Against Dementia

What you eat can significantly influence your brain. Nutrition affects blood pressure, blood sugar, and cardiovascular health, all of which are linked to cognitive...

From Hong Kong to Vancouver: Chef Stephanie Wong Finds New Purpose at Jack’s Spot Bakery

Stephanie Wong never imagined she’d end up in Vancouver, Canada, opening a bakery cafe. Originally from Hong Kong, she once ran a vegetable-forward restaurant...

Rare Chinese Calligraphy Ignites Bidding War Amid Downturn in Hong Kong Art Market

Even during the peak years of Hong Kong’s art market, a 95-minute bidding war would have made headlines. That’s why the recent fierce competition...

Ex-Boyfriend Toast: The Viral Story Behind a Sweet and Simple Trend

Sometimes it’s not the flavor alone that makes a dish go viral, but the emotional story behind it. That’s exactly what happened with “Ex-Boyfriend...

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