Formulaic runic words were inscribed onto small items that could be carried for good luck; runic charms were carved on metal or wooden amulets to ensure peace or prosperity. There are invocations and ...
“Amulets” was unveiled at the “Welcome, Amulets” event on Thursday as the newest addition to Stanford’s Plinth Project. The initiative, overseen by the Stanford Public Art ...
A district ecclesiastical chief in Chonburi Province has ordered 'Phra Ajarn Chin' to leave his temple within 7 days after blessing figurines of 'Moo Deng,' the world-famous pygmy hippopotamus ...
China’s most pressing short-term economic challenge is weak domestic demand, driven by a lack of consumer confidence. When Chinese consumers refuse to spend, they hoard cash, creating a savings glut ...