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A Buddhist Monk’s Alleged Indulgence in Money and Sex Transfixes China
An official probe into the jet-setting abbot of China’s Shaolin Temple has fueled cynicism about capitalism and religion.
Head of China's Shaolin Temple removed over embezzlement claims
The Shaolin Temple said on Sunday that Abbot Shi Yongxin, known as the “CEO monk” for establishing dozens of companies abroad, was suspected of “embezzling project funds and temple assets”. The ...
Shaolin ‘C.E.O. Monk’ Is Accused of Embezzlement and Affairs With Women
China’s famed Shaolin Temple said its celebrity abbot, Shi Yongxin, was under investigation over misuse of funds and ...
For young and Buddhist-curious, a moment of modern mindfulness
New York Zendo Shobo-ji was quiet on a Saturday morning in late June, far removed from the muted hum and chatter that lingers ...
Head of China’s famous Shaolin Temple under investigation on suspicion of embezzling funds
The fame of the Shaolin Temple, based in the central Chinese province of Henan, has gone beyond a religious institution. It ...
Cambodia-Thailand conflict: Monks, dancers and volunteers offer respite as violence escalates
Long-festering tensions over border territory have escalated into armed conflict between Cambodia and Thailand, leading to ...
‘Safe haven’: Buddhist monastery in McKinney transcends religion and builds community
A Buddhist monastery tucked away in McKinney is a safe haven for people of all faiths seeking mindfulness through meditation. A monk with a mission to ...
Don’t believe the hype: Nine countries with (undeserved) bad reputations
Too dangerous, too expensive, too dull or too difficult. Some destinations have undeserved or outdated reputations and may be ...