Sotheby’s has postponed its sale in Hong Kong of sacred jewels connected to the Buddha’s remains following a legal threat from the Indian government, which argued that the auction was offensive to the global Buddhist community. The collection, hailed as a significant archaeological find, faced backlash from Buddhist academics and monastic leaders. The relics were discovered nearly 130 years ago by British official William Claxton Peppé in northern India, alongside bone fragments believed to belong to the Buddha.
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Jonathan Joss: Three roles the late US actor was known for
US actor Jonathan Joss, famous for his roles in King of the Hill and Parks and Recreation, has died at the age of 59. He was shot dead in an incident described by his husband as a homophobic hate crime, although Texas police report no evidence supporting this claim. Joss's extensive career included various genres and platforms, and he was recognized for enhancing the representation of Native Americans in media, leaving behind notable performances that...
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