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Dalai Lama's "Wisdom of Happiness": A Call to Action for Compassion

Richard Gere, executive producer of the documentary "Wisdom of Happiness," discusses the Dalai Lama's message of compassion, peace, and the urgent need for global change, highlighting the film's impact and the challenges faced in promoting this message.

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Shaolin Abbot's Downfall Highlights Crackdown on Commercialization of Chinese Buddhism

The dismissal of Shi Yongxin, the former head abbot of Shaolin Temple, and other recent scandals involving Chinese Buddhist monks, reveals a shift in the Chinese government's approach towards religious commercialization, prioritizing frugality and political obedience over economic expansion.

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China's Expanding Cave Temple Census Highlights Preservation Needs

A recent national census in China has uncovered 108 new cave temples in Chongqing, dating from the Tang (618-907) to the Qing (1644-1911) dynasties, adding to China's already extensive collection of cave temples and prompting a discussion on their preservation at the 2025 International Forum on Cave...

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Thai Woman Arrested for Blackmailing Monks with Explicit Videos

Thai police arrested a woman, known as "Ms. Golf", for blackmailing at least nine monks with 80,000 explicit photos and videos after alleged sexual relationships, extorting approximately \$11.9 million over three years; the scandal further exposes misconduct within Thailand's Buddhist institution.

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Dalai Lama Celebrates 90th Birthday Amidst Reincarnation Announcement and Sino-Tibetan Tensions

On Sunday, thousands celebrated the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India, including world leaders and celebrities, amidst his announcement of a potential reincarnation and China's objections to the process.

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Dalai Lama Celebrates 90th Birthday, Announces Reincarnation Plans Amidst China Tensions

The Dalai Lama celebrated his 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India, on July 6th, 2024, announcing his intention to reincarnate and specifying his preference for the selection of his successor according to Buddhist traditions, amidst ongoing tension with China over the succession.

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Mogao Caves: A Melting Pot of Cultures in Dunhuang

Located in Dunhuang, China, the Mogao Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are a 1600-year-old collection of Buddhist art showcasing a blend of Eastern and Western cultural influences along the Silk Road, impacting modern art and design.

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Emotional Regulation: Avoiding "Sincericides" According to Ryushun Kusanagi

Ryushun Kusanagi's "The Art of Not Reacting" emphasizes emotional regulation to avoid impulsive actions, highlighting how unchecked emotions can damage relationships, using Elon Musk's example of losing billions due to an impulsive tweet as an illustration.

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Bangkok Monk Disappearance Exposes Thai Buddhist Sex Scandal

The disappearance of a senior monk in Bangkok uncovered a sex scandal involving blackmail, lavish gifts, and financial impropriety within Thailand's Buddhist clergy, leading to the arrest of a woman and the dismissal of at least nine senior monks.

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Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday: A Challenge to China's Control Over Reincarnation

On his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama, surrounded by thousands in Dharamshala, India, reiterated his commitment to serving others and outlined his wishes for his reincarnation and the selection of his successor, directly challenging China's claim to control the process.

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Dalai Lama Celebrates 90th Birthday Amidst Succession Dispute with China

The Dalai Lama celebrated his 90th birthday in Dharamsala, India, with thousands of followers and notable guests, including Richard Gere, while clarifying that his successor will be chosen by a foundation he established, contradicting China's claim to approve the next Dalai Lama.

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Dalai Lama Ensures Institution's Continuity, Defying China

The Dalai Lama, in a recent address, confirmed the continuation of his institution, rejecting China's claim to appoint his successor and entrusting the selection process to the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a move with significant implications for Tibetan cultural preservation and the Sino-Tibetan conflict.

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