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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Buddhism, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 99 stories have been published about Buddhism which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Buddhism, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 99 stories have been published about Buddhism which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.
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Asia · BangkokDuangphet Phromthep, 17, was found unconscious in his room on Feb. 12. His body was cremated earlier this week in the U.K. with Buddhist monks performing rites. His ashes were handed over to his family at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok.
Thai cave boy's ashes arrive home from UK for final farewell
39% Left coverage: 13 sources
Firefighters · MelbourneA Buddhist temple has been extensively damaged by fire in the Australian city of Melbourne. About 80 firefighters fought the blaze at the Bright Moon Buddhist Temple for more than two hours before it was brought under control late Sunday.
Fire damages Buddhist temple in Australian city of Melbourne
44% Left coverage: 27 sources
US & Canada · JapanA South Korean court ruled Wednesday that a 14th century Korean Buddhist statue should be sent back to a Japanese temple from where it was stolen in 2012. The statue's return had been put on hold for years after a South Korean temple claimed ownership of it. The temple said it was likely looted by medieval Japanese pirates before it ended up at a temple on Tsushima island, presumably in 1527.
South Korean court says stolen statue must return to Japan
57% Left coverage: 14 sources
Refugees · MinnesotaWatt Munisotaram is a Buddhist community anchored by an ornate temple complex. Founded by refugees fleeing the Khmer Rouge regime, the troupe hopes to strengthen ties. Practice used to be held at the temple, but it was recently moved to a Minneapolis studio.
Minnesota Buddhist temple opens up sacred dance troupe
72% Center coverage: 18 sources
Religion · TaipeiHsing Yun, a Buddhist abbot who established a thriving religious community in southern Taiwan and built universities overseas, has died. He was 95.
Hsing Yun, Buddhist abbot who built universities, dies at 95
54% Left coverage: 13 sources
Narendra Modi · VaranasiMV Ganga Vilas will begin its journey from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and travel around 3,200 km in 51 days. The cruise has three decks, 18 suites on board with a capacity of 36 tourists, with all the luxury amenities. The maiden voyage has 32 tourists from Switzerland signing up for the entire length of the journey.
PM Modi to flag off world’s longest river cruise in Varanasi on Friday
67% Right coverage: 3 sources
Religion · Myanmar (Burma)A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country.
'Buddhist bin Laden' firebrand monk feted by Myanmar junta chief
60% Center coverage: 5 sources
Dalai LamaBuddhism was harmed by the Chinese government. Buddhism could not be destroyed from China. Even today, there are many people who believe in Buddhism in China. There is a lot of attachment towards Buddhism. The Chinese have an ancient relationship with Buddhism, the Dalai Lama said.
China's efforts to destroy Buddhism won't succeed says Dalai Lama
75% Right coverage: 4 sources
