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Thai Family Prepares Buddhist Ceremony for Son Killed in Hamas Attack as Body Returns Home Under Ceasefire
Dec 06, 2025 08:27 pm CST
After two years of waiting, the family of Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak is preparing to receive his remains from Gaza under the Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement. His death, occurring during the October 7, 2023 attack, highlights the risks faced by the 30,000 Thai agricultural workers in Israel and serves as a cautionary tale for others seeking overseas employment.
Bhutan's Global Peace Prayer Festival: A Historic Convergence of Buddhist Traditions and Sacred Relics
Nov 14, 2025 01:26 pm CST
The Global Peace Prayer Festival in Bhutan brought together thousands of devotees for the sacred Kalachakra empowerment ceremony, featuring the historic display of rare Buddha relics and the landmark ordination of 270 nuns in the ancient Gelongma tradition. The festival, attended by India's Prime Minister Modi, highlighted Bhutan's role as a center for Buddhist spirituality and global peace initiatives.