Buddhism & Society

5 Reasons we need to introduce Meditation into schools
06/09/2016
When a child goes to school there is a lot that we teach them. At first, we want them to learn to...
Kids who watch lots of TV have lower bone mass as adults
05/09/2016
Kids who watch a lot of television may build less bone during critical years, and be more...
A desk job could make you 60% more likely to die earlier
04/09/2016
Hour"s exercise every day is needed to help beat deadly effects of working 9 to 5
Mosquito-repellent Soap Invention Seeks to Fight Malaria in Africa
04/09/2016
(DAKAR) Two former students from Burkina Faso have designed a mosquito-repellent soap, which they...
Reap the benefits of "Deep Work"
31/08/2016
When concentrating intensely, without distraction, on demanding things, you not only become...
Russia launches Buddhist messenger service for 500 million users
31/08/2016
Russia is home to approximately one million Buddhists
Green tea could prevent deadly artery explosion, says study
29/08/2016
Recent research has pointed to a host of health benefits from drinking green tea, including the...
Thich Nhat Hanh on How to Sit
28/08/2016
Set aside a room or corner or a cushion that you use just for sitting.
Study: Reading May Extend Lifespan
26/08/2016
That reading is good for your brain has been known for a long time, but a new study shows that...
Healthy Eating Can Include ‘Lots of Fat’
12/08/2016
Fat, even lots of it, can be healthy, according to a new study.
Soda And Other Sugary Drinks Tied To An Increased Risk Of Cancer
10/08/2016
People who drink lots of soda or other sugary beverages may have a higher risk of developing rare...
Ullambana and Obon: Buddhists, Japanese celebrate summer festival
06/08/2016
A sweeping festival of ancient dances, intricate costumes, and a celebration of Japanese culture...