The episode echoes a case in Pune, India, last June. Residents gathered to worship because “holy water” was flowing out from ...

With his delighted expression, round belly, bald head and monastic robes, the “Laughing Buddha” is instantly identifiable. However, astute observers might wonder why this buddha does not look like the ...

Unlock the mysteries of the Laughing Buddha! This beloved Feng Shui icon is thought to draw in abundance and joy. Explore how ...

Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton—which caused catastrophic damage, tearing roofs off buildings and slamming sand and floodwaters into homes across the region over a two-week period in September ...

In Japan, children look forward to a visit from Hotei, a jolly Japanese god with a rotund frame. Ganref As Christmas approaches, children in many parts of the world look forward to a visit from the ...