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South Korea moves national treasures to safety as ‘worst wildfires in history’ kill 26

Fires damage historic temple structures and artefacts in Uiseong

The Independent UK

Workers Save Buddha As S. Korea's Wildfires Raze Ancient Temple

At South Korea's thousand-year-old Gounsa Temple, workers delicately swaddled a giant gilded Buddha statue with a fire-retardant blanket.

International Business Times

Buddhism’s holiest site erupts in protests over Hindu ‘control’ of shrine

Buddhists across the country have joined protests after monks at the Mahabodhi Temple were forcibly removed by police.

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Tracing the Bodh Gaya temple conflict: From Ashoka to Viceroy to Lalu and roadside protests

The morning air in Bodh Gaya carries the scent of incense and the soft murmur of mantras. But two kilometres from the revered Mahabodhi Temple – one of Buddhism's four holiest pilgrimage sites – a different sound rises.

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Remembering China’s Empress Dowager Ling, a Buddhist who paved the way for future female rulers

In sixth-century China, a woman known to history as Empress Dowager Ling ruled over an empire called the Northern Wei. Historians do not know her birth name or in what year she was born, but they do know that she served as empress dowager between 515 and 528. As the…

The Conversation

Archaeologists unearth centuries-old statue in Cambodia’s Angkor temple

The torso remarkably matches a head discovered at the same site nearly a century ago

The Independent UK

The White Lotus fans call out streamer after first episode appears to be censored in India

JioHotstar, the official streaming partner for HBO’s The White Lotus in India, seems to have censored the first episode of the show’s third season

The Independent UK

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This Valentine’s Day, try loving-kindness meditation

Most people love love, but not everyone loves Valentine’s Day.

The Conversation

Seeking Zen at a silent Buddhist retreat comes with its own challenges

It was supposed to be a quiet and peaceful weekend, but it left one writer lost for words

The Guardian - UK

Indonesia showcases returned artifacts it had sought for decades from the Netherlands

Centuries-old stone Buddha statues and precious jewelries repatriated by the Dutch government to its former colony are on display at Indonesia’s National Museum, providing a glimpse into the country’s rich heritage that the government had struggled to retrieve

The Independent UK

Exploring Thai Culture: Temples, Traditions, and Timeless Beauty

Thailand is home to over 40,000 Buddhist temples. These temples attract millions of travelers eager to dive into the culture. The country mixes old traditions with new life, creating a rich experience for all who visit.

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‘I’ll never forget that moment’: Los Angeles residents who lost their homes in the fires describe their week from hell

More than a week after fires forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in the Los Angeles area, residents who lost everything are left to deal with the aftermath.They talk to Andrea Cavallier about what’s next and how a community is coming together

The Independent UK

Chinese Artist Cashes In On Buddha-like Trump Statues

Donald Trump is not typically known for his calm or reserve, but in a craftsman's workshop in rural China the US president-elect sits in divine contemplation.

International Business Times

Inspiring images of stars, planets and the moon taken from around the world

Ethereal beauty captured on film

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Exploring Bangkok's Temples and Spiritual Sites

Dive into the history and significance of iconic temples like Wat Arun, Wat Pho, and the Grand Palace. Highlight the cultural and spiritual experiences visitors can expect.

The Conversation

Mindfulness is about ‘remembering’ − a practice of coming back to the now

To many, New Year’s Day represents the possibility for beginning anew.

The Conversation

Why AI eyes-open meditation apps could do more harm than good for your mental health

Easy, portable and convenient. The latest AI-powered wellbeing and meditation apps may sound like the ideal solution for those looking for peace in a chaotic world, but can an AI app really replace the expertise of a human meditation guide? Not easily.

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Diverse Interfaith Community Thrives Around Giant Buddha Statue

Discover the New Jersey Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center, a hub of interfaith activities and spiritual sanctuary in Franklin Township.

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The Independent UK

A huge Buddha statue appeared by a road in New Jersey. Then the worshippers came

It is one of the largest statues of the Buddha in the United States

The Independent UK

Relic of the Buddha loaned by China gets a warm welcome in Thailand

More than 2,000 people have taken part in a procession to escort a relic of the Buddha, lent by China, to a shrine in the Thai capital Bangkok to honor the birthday of King Maha Vajiralongkorn and to celebrate half a century of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China

The Conversation

On Bodhi Day, Buddhists commemorate Siddhartha Gautama’s enlightenment by lighting lamps to combat darkness

Dec. 8 marks the celebration of Bodhi Day in Japanese Buddhism. Bodhi means enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit. It commemorates the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha.

Bangkok Post

Grand parade for arrival of Lord Buddha’s tooth

The government will organise a grand parade for the arrival of Lord Buddha

The Independent UK

Teenage Buddhist lama celebrates last birthday in the U.S. before joining Himalayas monastery

A U.S.-born Buddhist lama celebrated his 18th birthday with an elaborate enthronement ceremony

The Conversation

What Buddhism can teach in this moment of deep divisions: No person is ‘evil,’ only ‘mistaken’

Democracy depends upon using words wisely. With the right words, citizens can live and work together, even in disagreement – and resolve conflicts peacefully.

International Business Times

The Marble 'Living Buddhas' Trapped By Myanmar's Civil War

Sculptor Aung Naing Lin has spent decades carving Buddha statues to help guide Myanmar's faithful -- but getting the marble he needs from rebel-held quarries in the midst of civil war is now a perilous task.

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