A Buddhist DJ hopes to spin followers toward the faith in South Korea
Yoon Seong-ho is a 47-year-old Buddhist, comedian, DJ and rising celebrity.
Buddhism
Thich Nhat Hanh, Buddhist monk and peace activist, dies at 95
Nhat Hanh distilled Buddhist teachings on compassion and suffering into easily grasped guidance over a lifetime dedicated to working for peace.
Who Will Decide On The Dalai Lama's Successor — His Supporters Or Beijing?
"The Dalai Lama's reincarnation is a civilizational struggle between China and Tibetans over who controls Tibetan Buddhism," says Amitabh Mathur, a former Indian government adviser on Tibetan affairs.
Supreme Court Halts Execution Of 'Texas 7' Inmate Denied Buddhist Spiritual Adviser
Patrick Murphy, who escaped from prison and participated in a robbery that led to a murder, was scheduled to be executed Thursday. The court said he had the right to a spiritual adviser of his choice.
The Birthplace Of 'Gross National Happiness' Is Growing A Bit Cynical
Tourists flock to this happy nation and the world has tried to emulate its happiness index. But inside Bhutan, some residents say the country's having difficulty living up to the glowing brand.
San Diego Couple Arrested For Bare-Butt Photos At Buddhist Temple In Thailand
The men maintained an Instagram feed titled "Traveling Butts" and had posed for similar selfies at tourist sites around the world. They face fines and possible prison time in Thailand.
Why 'Why Buddhism Is True' Is True
In his new book, Robert Wright explores Buddhism's take on our suffering, our anxiety and our general dis-ease — where he sees it lining up with scientific fields, says blogger Adam Frank.
Can Buddhist Practices Help Us Overcome The Biological Pull Of Dissatisfaction?
Science journalist and author Robert Wright says that Buddhist enlightenment might help counteract our natural tendency towards unhappiness. His new book is Why Buddhism is True.
In Tibet, A Long-Banned Buddhist Rite Takes Place, But Not Everyone's Pleased
The Beijing-selected Panchen Lama is conducting a key Tibetan Buddhist ritual. It's the first time in 50 years the rite has taken place in Tibet. Critics say that's because China wants more control.
You'll Never Guess The Most Charitable Nation In The World
Hint: It's not the United States. (We're number 2). And it's definitely not a country from the Western world.