An official probe into the jet-setting abbot of China’s Shaolin Temple has fueled cynicism about capitalism and religion.

I found the Mailbag from J Cook (‘Buddhism ignored’, July) somewhat perplexing as it does not fit with my experiences of ...

Swift move to erase institutional footprint of ‘CEO monk’ follows revelation of criminal charges for offences including ...

The abbot of the Shaolin Temple is under investigation for allegations of fraud and sexual misconduct, raising concerns ...

Shi Yongxin, also known as 'CEO monk' after he established dozens of companies abroad, headed the Chinese temple known as the ...

Meshel Laurie has got candid about her whopping 60kg weight loss as she called for a controversial obesity medication to be added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

Shi Yongxin, who has been dubbed the "CEO monk" after turning the temple into a sprawling business, is now accused of ...

Nag Panchami 2025, celebrated on 29 July, is a sacred Hindu festival which honours serpent deities with prayers and traditional rituals performed for protection and prosperity in life. , Spirituality, ...

Today, it is incumbent for neighbours such as India and China to forge a convergence on a common threat such as terrorism.

BEIJING - The head of the Chinese temple known as the birthplace of kung fu will be disrobed for "extremely" bad behaviour, ...