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Minnesota teen swaps football and gaming for life as a Buddhist lama in the Himalayas

Jalue Dorje, 19, was recognized by the Dalai Lama at the age of 2

The Independent UK

Chinese-born robot becomes world's first android monk as humanoid called Gabi takes vows in South Korea — three more $16,000 'spiritual cyborgs' will join it for Buddha’s birthday

South Korean monks ordained an AI powered humanoid robot, triggering debate over spirituality, suffering, and sacred religious traditions worldwide.

TechRadar

AI in Bloom: How tech helped our garden take deep root

Facing challenges with their home's landscape, the author turned to ChatGPT for a personalized gardening plan. Through an iterative process, they specified preferences for non-shedding, mosquito-repellent, fragrant trees, and sun-tolerant plants suitable for California's climate.

The Economic Times

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Robot monk Gabi takes Buddhist vows at Seoul's Jogyesa Temple

A humanoid robot has made history in South Korea by becoming the country's first non-human to take part in a Buddhist precept ceremony, joining monks in prayer at Seoul's Jogyesa Temple ahead of Buddha's Birthday, according to Yonhap News Agency.

The Times of India

Buddha Purnima 2026: Why Buddha Is Seen as Vishnu’s Avatar

There are certain ideas in Indian spiritual tradition that feel both familiar and quietly mysterious, ideas that people hear repeatedly yet rarely pause to examine in depth. One such idea is the belief that Buddha, the enlightened teacher who spoke about suffering, awareness, and liberation, is also regarded in many…

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The Real Meaning Behind Vishnu’s Avatars That Most People Miss

There are stories in Hindu tradition that feel larger than mythology, stories that seem to carry a pattern so precise and so layered that they begin to feel less like imagination and more like encoded understanding, and among the most powerful of these is the idea of avatars, the divine…

MyLifeXP

From your own AI Jesus to BuddhaBot Plus – The religious tech boom has arrived

A faith-based AI gold rush is underway

The Independent UK

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Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing appointed president after ‘sham’ election

Min Aung Hlaing seized control five years ago and plunged Myanmar into conflict and economic chaos

The Guardian - UK

Hidden gold treasure found inside 1300-year-old Buddha statue in Thailand shocks archaeologists

Archaeologists in Thailand have reportedly discovered something unusual in an ancient Buddha statue that is said to be centuries old. What seemed like an ordinary historical artefact was found to have a secret collection of gold items within its composition. The discovery is said to be associated with historical religious…

The Times of India

Growing up during Sri Lanka’s civil war taught me that getting along with people across divides is a virtue we can learn

I grew up in Sri Lanka. Much of my adolescence was spent in Kandy, a city built around a lake, set amid the lush tea plantations of the hill country. Its northern shore houses the Temple of the Tooth, one of Buddhism’s most sacred sites. Each year, it came alive…

The Conversation

12 Countries Where Lord Ram Is Part of History & Worshipped Beyond India

The Ramayana did not remain limited to India. Over centuries, it travelled through trade routes, kingdoms, and religious exchanges into Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Central Asia. In each region, it was not simply translated but reshaped into local culture, language, and belief systems. Today, there are said to be…

Times Life

Alexandra Daddario's Elegant Garden Furniture Channels European Hotel Chic and Brings the Lightest Touch to Her Zen-Like Backyard

Bistro-style gray metal chairs set the tone for Alexandra's calming outdoor space

Homes & Gardens

3 Stoic Principles for Mental Strength, Inner Peace & Focus

Stoicism is that strand of Western philosophy which was prominent during ancient Greek Hellenistic age (323 BC- 31 BC) and also one among the few that found its path to posterity and modern age. The works of three great Roman trio represent our understanding of Stoicism today, namely Lucius Annaeus…

Times Life

The long history of silent meditation retreats and the individuals who helped shape them

Silent retreats have become increasingly common in the United States in recent years.

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Times Life

3 Core Teachings of Buddha for Inner Peace

The wisdom that The Buddha gifted to humanity almost 2,000 years ago has the power to change our lives from root level. The fundamental Buddhist ideas are easy to implement. But the benefits that they provide will stay with us throughout the long-run, with inner peace and mental resilience two…

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“The First Leper”: 25 Times Archaeologists Dug Up Something Straight Out Of A Nightmare

Whoever said that an archaeologist's job is monotone and boring clearly never dug up something as scary and mystifying as these archaeologists had. The first leprosy patient, creepy mass graves, and mummified monks in Buddha statues – some archaeologists were (un)lucky to come across these historical finds. Let's just hope…

Euronews

From Modi and Macron to the US: What are world and tech leaders saying at the India AI summit

World leaders want to regulate AI — but they can't agree on how. Here is everything that is being said.

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PM Modi’s Nameplate Highlights ‘Bharat’ at Global AI Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the plenary session of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, calling on the global community to transform the current technological disruption into humanity’s greatest opportunity.

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The Independent UK

Monks on 15-week peace walk arrive in DC with a request – a new national holiday

The monks in their saffron robes have become fixtures on social media, along with their rescue dog Aloka

Times Life

Ladakh Without the Crowds: 6 Calm Experiences to Try

1.Visit Remote Monasteries Early in the Morning DawnFamous ones like Hemis get packed fast. Go for smaller gems like Likir (with its huge golden Buddha), cliff-carved Phugtal, or Lamayuru in that wild moonscape valley. Show up at first light for prayer time. Monks chanting softly, butter lamps glowing, you can…

Homes & Gardens

Goldie Hawn’s Entryway, Layered With Global Finds and Handmade Pieces, Proves the Most Beautiful Homes Begin With a Story

Displaying collected treasures from around the world injects instant personality and interest, inviting visitors to explore and start conversations

Euronews

Whirling dervishes, sand-covered elephants and Sukhothai at dawn: 2025’s best travel photos revealed

After more than 20,000 entries, a panel of international experts has selected the best images in the world of travel photography over the past 12 months.

Digital Camera World

The world's best travel photographs are crowned – and the winning images are simply stunning

The Travel Photographer of the Year awards unveil the latest winners, with extraordinary images from around the world capturing culture, wildlife, nature, and the human experience at its most powerful

International Business Times UK

What to Know About the Buddhist Monks Walking for Peace: Why They Started and Their Route

Buddhist monks from Fort Worth, Texas are walking to Washington, DC on a 'Walk for Peace,' urging Congress to recognise Buddha's enlightenment day as a federal holiday.

The Independent UK

The Buddhist monks – and their dog – captivating Americans while walking across the country for peace

The monks have been surprised to see their message transcend ideologies

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