Buddhism
Eight monks killed in Thailand after eleven year old boy crashes pickup truck
The victims were part of a group of 34 Buddhist monks and five lay followers undertaking a pilgrimage from a temple in Mukdahan province to another in neighboring Ubon Ratchathani province.
'There was nothing I could do': Thai family's long wait for slain Gaza hostage ends
Buddha Blues - Ride the Wave of Time
Finland's air force to phase out use of swastika on flags, in light of 'embarrassing' situations
Nepal’s ambassador hosts Buddha Jayanti celebration, urges global peace and hostage release
The event in Herzliya included traditional prayers and offerings at a ceremonial altar, followed by speeches from Ambassador Pandit and the Indian Ambassador to Israel, JP Singh.
1,000-year-old Buddha statue discovered in North Korea
An imposing statue of Amitābha Buddha has been unearthed at Yakjon-ri site, with ceramic and tile finds confirming it dates back to the early 10th century.
Exploring the majestic Buddhist temples and heritage sites in northern Thailand
With almost 1,000 islands and 2,400 km. of coastline, Israelis flock to the beaches in large numbers all year round, enjoying the ultimate relaxation together with amazing cheap food experiences.
12th-century 'Buddha Sheltered by Serpent King' returns to Nepal
The Art Institute of Chicago announced on Monday that it is returning sculpture after new research found that the object had been stolen.
‘Hill of Jewels’ in India’s Odisha reveals three colossal Buddha heads
The excavation team discovered ancient wall remnants, a giant palm replica, and three colossal Buddha heads with elongated earlobes and a lion pedestal.
The harmonious relationship between the stray dogs of Koh Samui, island's residents
On the small Thai island of Koh Samui, tens of thousands of stray dogs roam freely, a common sight everywhere.
From art to Buddha and back again: Art director's Itamar Newman’s enlightened journey
Step by step, Newman sought a new way to live. He stopped exhibiting his works, embraced the teachings of the Buddha, moved to the northern moshava of Yavne’el.
Thousands, some in a trance, pay homage to a sacred Thai tattoo master
Many attend the ritual hoping it will help recharge the holiness of their tattoos and boost their luck.
Over 70 Rohingya dead or missing after boat capsizes off Indonesia's Aceh
More than 2,300 Rohingya arrived in Indonesia last year, UNHCR data showed, surpassing the number of arrivals in the previous four years combined.
Rare Chinese Buddha statue up for auction at Bonhams in Paris
A rare Chinese Buddha statue, found in a French family's home and thought to have been lost, is expected to fetch 1 million euros when it is auctioned in Paris.
