Contrary to popular Western beliefs about Buddhist meditation, it is not viewed as a secular practice. Thai Buddhists believe that meditation is a meritorious activity, helping them not only to ...

Find out what percentage of adults have joined or left Buddhism, or remained Buddhist since childhood, in six countries. Pew ...

With almost 1,000 islands and 2,400 km. of coastline, Israelis flock to the beaches in large numbers all year round, enjoying ...

Strengthening age-old civilizational ties based on Buddhism, a new Centre for Bharat Studies (CBS) was inaugurated at Maha C ...

Muay Thai, meaning ‘Art of Eight Limbs’, is a highly popular combat sport and martial art believed to have originated several ...

Season three of 'The White Lotus' explores themes of identity and spirituality in Thailand. Creator Mike White is interested in Buddhist principles, which influenced the character's arcs this season.

Lauren DeCicca/Getty Images In Thai Buddhist lore, these trees, thousands of which spike Koh Samui, are home to benevolent spirits, says political scientist Pavin Chachavalpongpun, from the Center ...

Thailand is preparing to allow limited sales of alcohol on Buddhist holidays to cater to tourists, the latest step in the country’s effort to woo more overseas visitors. The government plans to ...