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At least 22 people killed in suspected massacre at Myanmar monastery

At least 22 people killed in suspected massacre at Myanmar monastery

Opponents of military rule said it was a massacre of civilians conducted by the army.
Fri Mar 17 2023
Thai monks' livestream mixes Buddhism and jokes but not all are laughing

Thai monks' livestream mixes Buddhism and jokes but not all are laughing

The monks have become social media stars with livestreams that combine traditional teachings with non-traditional jokes and giggles.
Wed Oct 13 2021
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: 346,508 received first dose of vaccine as of March 16, Myanmar Buddhist monks call on junta to end violence

[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: 346,508 received first dose of vaccine as of March 16, Myanmar Buddhist monks call on junta to end violence

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Wed Mar 17 2021
Myanmar Buddhist group signals break with authorities after violent crackdown

Myanmar Buddhist group signals break with authorities after violent crackdown

Mahana, the government-appointed body, also said in a draft statement its members intended to halt activities in an apparent protest.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Hundreds of Buddhists protest against aid agencies in Myanmar's Rakhine

Hundreds of Buddhists protest against aid agencies in Myanmar's Rakhine

Buddhist monks and members of the Rakhine ethnic group held demonstrations in 15 towns, including the Rakhine state capital of Sittwe, demanding that aid agencies leave the western state immediately.
Sun Aug 13 2017
Thailand celebrates King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday

Thailand celebrates King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday

Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha and government officials gave alms to 651 Buddhist monks on Friday morning at the Royal Plaza in Bangkok.
Fri Jul 28 2017
Buddhist monks in Thailand celebrates Makha Bucha day

Buddhist monks in Thailand celebrates Makha Bucha day

Makha Bucha is observed in Thailand on the full moon of the third lunar month and commemorates the day when 1,250 monks gathered to be ordai
Tue Feb 23 2016
Controversial Dhammakaya movement, Bangkok, Thailand

Controversial Dhammakaya movement, Bangkok, Thailand

Buddhist monks from the controversial Dhammakaya movement carry their tents as they set out on a march on a continuous bed of flower petals.
Sun Jan 03 2016
Sri Lanka frees monks after anti-Muslim attack

Sri Lanka frees monks after anti-Muslim attack

A Sri Lankan court Tuesday freed three Buddhist monks and 14 others suspected of torching a Muslim-owned clothing store in an attack that scaled up the country's religious tensions.
Tue Apr 02 2013
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024