TikTok Creators Have Been Banned From Sacred Sites In Nepal For Being 'Nuisances'
Some of these influencers bring with them hordes of adoring fans or curious passersby, creating disturbances in otherwise quiet places.
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2,000-Year-old Buddha Statue Turns Up at Ancient Egyptian Port-What Was it Doing There?
A 28-inch long (71-centimeter) statue of Gautama Buddha was found in excavations of the Egyptian port of Berenice on the Red Sea.
Sherpa Convinces Climber to Let Him Make Rare 'Death Zone' Rescue on Mt. Everest
It's been one of the deadliest seasons for summiting Mt. Everest, and if for Gelje Sherpa, it would have become deadlier still.
11th c. Monastery Gets Back Statues from Two US Museums-And Discovers Hundreds of Treasures in the Process
Itumbara is a place where religious activities are held daily, so the museum is open and the objects retain their roles in rites and festivals
When Man Got Sick of Trash and Crime, He Bought Buddha Statue for the Street-and Transformed the Neighborhood
Over the course of the last two decades, the "Buddha of Oakland" has completely transformed the Oakland, California neighborhood.
Famous Buddhist Monk to Lead Open Meditation for Peace in London's Trafalgar Square
Wake Up London is becoming well-known for organizing meditation flash mobs in Central London every month. In celebration of their Vietnamese teacher's return to London this week, hundreds will gather for a Sit in Peace meditation on the open grounds of Trafalgar Square on Saturday March 31.
China Lifts 17-year Ban on Dalai Lama Photos at Tibet Monastery
Chinese officials have lifted a ban on Tibetan monks displaying photographs of the Dalai Lama at a prominent monastery, a rights group said on Thursday, an unexpected policy shift which could ease tensions in the region.
The Tibetan Monk Who Has Taken in 170 Children
A Tibetan Buddhist monk took in 33 orphans after an earthquake in 2010 - now he is looking after 170 children. Lama Lobsang originally started caring for the children on a temporary basis, but it has turned into a home, rather than orphanage, he told BBC.
Monks in Thailand Create Iconic Orange Robes from Recycled Plastic - 40 Tons Already Collected On Their Own
Monks are making their traditional saffron orange robes from recycled plastic bottles and bags that they collect themselves in their communities.
Before Tree Gets Cut Down, Buddhist Monastery Writes Touching Notice to the Fir And All the Wildlife Living in it
A 100-year-old tree scheduled to be cut down gets a ceremony and hearfelt notice of thanks from the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery.
Get Inspired by the Stunning Footage of This Holy Temple Sitting Amongst the Clouds of China
The mountaintop Chinese temples of Red Clouds Golden Summit have been a destination for Buddhists and tourists in search of peace and inspiration.
These Nuns Are Empowered With Kung Fu to Break Bricks - And Fight Human Suffering (WATCH)
Buddhist nuns spend three hours every day practicing the martial art of kung fu-and you wouldn't want to face them down in a fight.
"Best Ever" Parliament of World's Religions Finds Harmony in 50 Faiths
The largest interfaith gathering was held in Utah where world religions discussed peace, extremism, and the environment - and also fed the poor.
Buddhist Poker Player Donates All $600,000 of His Winnings to Charity
Despite how gambling is generally at odds with religion, this Buddhist poker player is making up for it by donating his winnings to charity.
Dalai Lama Can't Hold in His Giggles On Stage (WATCH)
At a kindness summit in Indianapolis, a jolly Dalai Lama and his bursts of laughter stole the spotlight.
World's Most Eco-Friendly Country Hails Newborn Prince in a Perfect Way
Planting trees as a way to celebrate a milestone seems fitting for one of the most peaceful, happy, and eco-friendly countries on the planet.
170 Foxes Are Rescued From Fur Farm and Given New Home at a Buddhist Monastery
When the Buddhist monks heard that the foxes needed a new home, they were more than happy to welcome the homeless critters with open arms.
The Dalai Lama and Muslim Leaders Hold Historic Peace Gathering
A landmark summit convened yesterday that marked the first time the global Muslim community has engaged the Dalai Lama in an effort to address religious extremism.
Famous Buddhist Monk to Lead Open Meditation for Peace in London's Trafalgar Square
Wake Up London is becoming well-known for organizing meditation flash mobs in Central London. Celebrating their Buddhist teacher's return to London this week, hundreds will join them for a 'Sit In Peace' meditation led by Thich Nhat Hanh, the renowned Zen master, author, and human rights activist on the open grounds of Trafalgar Square on Saturday March 31.
Good Karma: Buddhists Liberate 500 Lobsters Destined for Dinner Plates
In celebration of a holiday commemorating the Buddha's call for compassion and kindness, a group of Tibetan Buddhists purchased 535 live lobsters at a Maine seafood market and released them into the cold Atlantic, giving them freedom once again in the belief that karma will ease the suffering in the animals' and humans' future lifetimes.
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