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Artificial Intelligence
At the A.I. Epicenter, Technologists Dismiss Pope Leo’s Warnings About the New Technology
Pope Leo XIV’s spiritual message on artificial intelligence arrived as Silicon Valley’s A.I. enthusiasts pursue their own spirituality through technology.
Artificial Intelligence
To Understand Pope Leo’s Efforts on A.I., Look at the Man Shaking His Hand
The co-founder of a prominent A.I. company was nearby as the pope implored A.I. leaders to slow down and consider the technology’s possible perils.
Artificial Intelligence
To Understand Pope Leo’s Efforts on A.I., Look at the Man 3 Seats Away
The co-founder of a prominent A.I. company was nearby as the pope implored A.I. leaders to slow down and consider the technology’s possible perils.
Artificial Intelligence
As A.I. Fever Rises in Silicon Valley, Pope Leo Has a Few Words
The American pope wants to take artificial intelligence down a notch. Is he challenging the tech companies, or will tech take over the papacy?
tsummertravel2026
In Thailand, Buddhism Is Twinned With Political Power
In Thailand, where it’s the state-sanctioned religion, practices have proved to be surprisingly mutable.
Buddhism
A Map and Timeline of the History of Buddhism in Asia
The many paths by which the religion flourished across Asia.
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How Taiwan Became a Refuge for Buddhism
A Sinicized form of the religion has been preserved on the island, where daily life itself now sometimes seems like an exercise in Buddhist practice.
tsummertravel2026
Life, Death and Rebirth in Nepal, the Land of the Buddha
Starting at the birthplace of Buddhism, a writer traces how its teachings spread across Asia, transforming the continent forever.
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Buddhist Terms Explained: From Dharma to Samsara
Words and terms common in the Buddhist communities of Nepal, Thailand and Taiwan.