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Craig Lewis 11 September 2026

The abbot of a 14th-century monastery in Ayutthaya, Thailand, was arrested this week under suspicion of embezzling 92 million baht (US$2.8 million).

Justin Whitaker 28 August 2025

The arrest comes amid broader scandals involving misconduct among Thai monks, prompting calls for stricter oversight

Justin Whitaker 29 July 2025

The once-celebrated leader of Shaolin Temple has been detained by police and disrobed by Buddhist authorities in Henan province

Justin Whitaker 16 May 2023

According to reports, the monks had begun to attract wealthy donors who may have donated great sums thinking it would go to the temple

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