The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism has honored the popular singer and actor Lee Seung-gi in recognition of his contributions to Korean Buddhism.
The Young Buddhist Association of Indonesia launched the 2025 Vesak Festival in Surabaya, Java, on 7 May, the 10th anniversary of the event.
A Sotheby’s auction of ancient Buddhist relics was postponed after India demanded their return and an ethical debate on cultural repatriation
The Tergar Meditation Community has announced that the renowned American Theravada Buddhist monk and scholar, Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi will host a free webinar.
Jewels said to be linked to the Buddha’s relics will be auctioned at Sotheby’s Hong Kong this week with critics saying the move commercializes sacred objects and echoes colonial extraction
The Centre of Buddhist Studies at the University of Hong Kong has announced an upcoming series of lectures on Buddhism and AI running from 7–21 May.
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) has shared an update on its efforts to provide relief to those most affected by the Myanmar aerthquake.
Handmade lanterns, temple foods, and cultural celebrations marked this year’s Yeon Deung Hoe festival in Seoul, continuing a 1,200-year-old Buddhist tradition now recognized by UNESCO
The king and queen of Thailand embarked on a historic four-day visit to Bhutan, where they were guests of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Sri Lanka is showcasing the sacred tooth relic of the historical Buddha to the public for the first time in 16 years.
A group of Buddhist leaders has shared a statement addressing the detention of Mohsen Mahdawi, a former president of the Columbia University Buddhist Association
The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation celebrated the transformative leadership and social contributions of Korean laureates of the Ramon Magsaysay Award.
