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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.

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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.

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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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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 Independent UK

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.

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Grand parade for arrival of Lord Buddha’s tooth

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

Bangkok Post

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 Independent UK

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.

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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.

The Guardian - UK

Shattered by Hanif Kureishi review – picking up the pieces

The Buddha of Suburbia author’s wildly inspiring memoir of illness and defiance

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Dac Biet: An "extra-special" cookbook

"This book is my way of preserving Vietnamese culture as I know it and I hope people can connect with it"

The Guardian - UK

Silk Roads review – mesmerising show turns world history upside down

Following China’s epic ancient trade routes through fabulous oases, desert palaces and burial mounds will radically change the way you feel about borders

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Night markets, sky bars and a giant Buddha: the best bits of Bangkok – and three standout hotels

Welcoming more than 20 million tourists a year, Thailand’s capital is a playground for holidaymakers of all kinds – and these swanky hotels make the perfect base for exploring all this bustling city has to offer

International Business Times

Celestial Clean: Japanese Duo Spruce Up World's Tallest Bronze Buddha

Emerging from the head of the world's tallest bronze Buddha and climbing down to its right ear, two specialist cleaners gave the imposing Japanese statue an annual spruce up Monday to help it look its gleaming best.

The Independent UK

Escape Bangkok and explore these hidden corners of Thailand by rail

While Bangkok’s exciting buzz and modern metropolis is undoubtedly a must-vist, sometimes a little adventure is in order – Lucie Grace explores Thailand’s best cultural, luxurious and tropical lesser-known gems all in reach by a train ride

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Black Myth: Wukong Buddha's Eyeball locations and how to use them

Track down all six of Buddha's Eyeballs in the Fright Cliff.

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Who is the ‘Laughing Buddha’? A scholar of East Asian Buddhism explains

With his delighted expression, round belly, bald head and monastic robes, the “Laughing Buddha” is instantly identifiable. However, astute observers might wonder why this buddha does not look like the historical Buddha, who lived in India about 2,500 years ago.

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Buddhas of Bamiyan: The colossal twin statues that stood sentinel over Afghanistan — until the Taliban destroyed them

The twin Buddha statues stood sentinel over a valley in Afghanistan until being destroyed by the Taliban. Now all that's left are two cavities.

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Satellite imagery reveals hidden monastery at Buddhist holy site: report

Satellite imagery of the Mahabodhi Temple Complex uncovered a possible buried monastery and other buildings. The results are now awaiting peer review and publication.

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