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Korean monks commit to a Chinese robot that might be capable of spying on them

Korean monks commit to a Chinese robot that might be capable of spying on them

Robot Monk Joins Korean Buddhist Order On Wednesday, a 51-inch robot was officially inducted into a brotherhood of Korean monks. The event, while unusual, carried a certain promotional flair, with the robot dressed in traditional robes and beads, taking an oath to the order. A voice directed the robot to respond while clasping its hands […]

Authorities Reportedly Apprehend 22 Buddhist Monks in Major Drug Operation

Authorities Reportedly Apprehend 22 Buddhist Monks in Major Drug Operation

Buddhist Monks Arrested in Sri Lanka for Drug Smuggling At Sri Lanka’s main international airport, authorities arrested twenty-two Buddhist monks after discovering 242 pounds of strong cannabis in their luggage. According to reports, the monks had spent four days in Bangkok, Thailand, before making their return. A spokesperson for Sri Lanka Customs indicated that most […]

Buddhist monks finish 2,300-mile journey for peace in Washington D.C.

Buddhist monks finish 2,300-mile journey for peace in Washington D.C.

Buddhist Monks Complete 2,300-Mile Walk for Peace in D.C. Almost 20 Buddhist monks arrived in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday after a months-long journey on foot. They completed a staggering 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace,” trekking through nine states, facing winter storms, injuries, and bone-chilling temperatures. Clad in burnt orange robes, the monks began their journey in […]

Buddhist monks travel from Fort Worth to Washington D.C. to promote peace and unity

Buddhist monks travel from Fort Worth to Washington D.C. to promote peace and unity

Buddhist Monks Embark on Nationwide Journey for Peace Buddhist monks are drawing national attention as they begin a remarkable trek on foot across the U.S., traveling from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. This significant journey, which they term a spiritual retreat, extends over 3,300 miles and is scheduled to kick off in late October, […]

China Kicks 1,000 Monks and Nuns Out of Buddhist Academy

Chinese officials have driven out more than 1,000 Tibetan monks and nuns from the 45-year-old Buddhist academy. In fact, China appears to be determined to strangle life from the Larunger Buddhist Academy. That's what Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy was Established In 1980, around 30 disciples of founder Khenpo Jigme Phuntsok were residing, and […]