“Buddhism and Björk help me handle fame”: novelist Ocean Vuong

There are three kinds of family, muses the novelist and poet Ocean Vuong. There’s the nuclear family, “which often we talk about as the central tenet of American life”. There’s the chosen family, “the pushback”, the community and friendships built by …

Buddhism by the Numbers in Colorado

Year that Colorado’s first Buddhist temple was founded (Denver Buddhist Church): 1916 Percent of the population that identifies as Buddhist: 1% Size of the largest Buddhist retreat center (Tara Mandala): 700 acres Counties where Vajrayana Buddhism is the …

Gems supposedly buried with Buddha are to be sold at auction – it’s a symptom of Buddhism’s ongoing commercialisation

Almost 2,000 years ago in modern-day Uttar Pradesh, India, someone deposited a cache of gems inside a reliquary (a container for holy relics), along with some bone fragments and ash. The gems were precious, but the bones and ash even more so, for according …

Việt Nam successfully hosts Un Vesak 2025, reaffirming the role of Buddhism in contemporary world

Việt Nam successfully hosts Un Vesak 2025, reaffirming the role of Buddhism in contemporary world

HCM CITY — The United Nations Day of Vesak 2025 has concluded with a grand closing ceremony at the Việt Nam Buddhist Academy in HCM City on Thursday, leaving a profound impact on both domestic and international participants. The event, held from May 6 to 8 …

Assam unites in prayer: Governor and CM lead all-faith meet for armed forces amid ‘Operation Sindoor’

GUWAHATI, May 10: In a rare and moving display of unity, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma led an all-faith prayer meet at the Raj Bhavan on Saturday, joined by leaders and followers of major religious …

David Smith MBE: Making my unexpected return to sport

I had planned to fly home to Scotland simply to watch The Open, a comforting prospect: familiar terrain, a legendary tournament, a chance to spectate rather than participate. But then came a short, unassuming chat with Robbie Clyde from Scottish Golf. It …

BBMP bans meat sale and animal slaughter in Bengaluru on May 12 for Buddha Purnima

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has issued an official ban on the slaughter of animals and sale of meat across Bengaluru on May 12 in observance of Buddha Purnima, a significant religious occasion for the Buddhist community. The directive was …

Buddha Purnima 2025: When is Buddha Purnima in 2025?

Buddha Purnima 2025 in India Date: Buddha Purnima is an auspicious festival for Buddhists in India and across the globe. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. As per legend, it is believed that this was also the …

Where Is Jeong Yeong Lee From? Ethnicity, Religion, & More

Jeong Yeong Lee may not be a household name yet, but ‘The Korean Tiger’ is working his way up the featherweight division with precision, power, and a string of quick finishes. Fans are anticipating a great clash of styles when he faces Daniel Santos at UFC …