‘The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism’ Wins the 2015 Dartmouth Medal

‘The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism’ Wins the 2015 Dartmouth Medal

The Princeton Dictionary of Buddhism  has carted away the 2015 edition of the prestigious Dartmouth Medal for being the most outstanding reference work. The

Beautifully minimal Buddhist micro-altars are designed for mourning in a modern world

Beautifully minimal Buddhist micro-altars are designed for mourning in a modern world

Keita Suzuki has redesigned Buddhist prayer altars for micro-sized Tokyo apartments. Buddhists all around the world will be cheerful at the news that a

This old religion gets new attention for its hunky monks

This old religion gets new attention for its hunky monks

A good looking Buddhist monk is helping bring followers back to their religion's roots. Despite a history thousands of years in the making, Buddhism

Why are 6,000 Indians converting to Buddhism in the New Year?

Why are 6,000 Indians converting to Buddhism in the New Year?

An estimated 6,000 OBCs in Maharashtra, India are set to convert to Buddhism on New Year. There is a massive religious conversion taking place

Three Men Arrested for Using Buddha in Bar Flyer

Three Men Arrested for Using Buddha in Bar Flyer

The image triggered an angry response online shortly after it appeared on the bar’s Facebook page. Three individuals associated with a bar in Myanmar

How Does Digital Media Affect Buddhism?

How Does Digital Media Affect Buddhism?

Exploring the Impact of Digital Media on Buddhism A new book called Buddhism, the Internet and Digital Media: The Pixel in the Lotus, is

The Inner Path Festival of Buddhism Celebrates Buddhist Art, Film, and Philosophy

The Inner Path Festival of Buddhism Celebrates Buddhist Art, Film, and Philosophy

Inner Path Festival of Buddhism kicked off on November 21. The festival showcases various movies like Sun Beaten Path  and Kung Fu Nuns, art, philosophy,

New Documentary “So Be It” Showcases Thai Buddhism

New Documentary “So Be It” Showcases Thai Buddhism

From indie filmmakers Kongdej Jaturanrasmee and Soros Sukhum, "So Be It" follows two young Buddhists in Thailand learning about and growing up in their faith.

Russia Sets the Stage for Religious Diversity with New Buddhist Temple

Russia Sets the Stage for Religious Diversity with New Buddhist Temple

Moscow's first Buddhist temple, symbolizing Russia’s religious diversity and promoting friendly inter-confessional and inter-ethnic relations, will be built in Russia's capital by 2017. A

Dalai Lama Praises China’s President Xi Jinping, Condemns ISIS

Dalai Lama Praises China’s President Xi Jinping, Condemns ISIS

The Dalai Lama was busy the past week representing Tibet, complimenting Chinese President Xi Jinping on recognizing Buddhism, and calling for world peace. India