Dalai Lama Wins Templeton Prize in Science, Religion

"The annual honor, which comes with a $1.7 million award, goes to leading voices who address spiritual questions by drawing on science and religion."

In China, Tensions Rising Over Buddhism's Quiet Resurgence

"The late Mao's vision has given way to a more capitalistic and seemingly more tolerant version of communism. But Buddhism's broadening popularity here is stoking tension between Buddhist monks who demand religious freedom and their longtime foe: Communist Party."

Buddhist Monks in Japan Rap to Attract Young Converts

"Buddhist monks in Japan are trying to attract young people by performing sutras in a hip-hop style."

10 Questions for the Dalai Lama

10 questions for the Dalai Lama.