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Be inspired by your planet and be an inspiration to others
YOUTH IN FOCUS: I was in a relationship for 18 months. I gave birth to a baby boy nine months ago, and my husband immediately left me. Now what do I do? I feel that I have been betrayed my whole life....
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Narratives of changing Bhutanese music
MAIN STORY: Nothing reflects change better than music. Bhutan’s march to progress can be seen clearly and felt deeply through its Zhungdras and Boedras, Rigars and Lusars. Today, Bhutan’s traditional...
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What is in a Name?
PART III WHAT WE DO WHY WE DO: Following the Buddhist theory of non-self, Bhutanese do not believe in an independent and singular personhood. A person’s identity is composed of many constituents and...
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How to use these equipment
HEALTH AND FITNESS: I first encountered “outdoor fitness equipment” when I moved to Finland in 2007. The first thing that came to mind was, how wonderful it would to be able to install this in Bhutan....
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Motorcycle craze among the urbanites
MAIN STORY: The midday sun throws a playful light on the black, red, yellow and orange motorcycles parked outside the Coffee Corner, a café at City Mall in Thimphu. The machines sparkle and shine under...
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It is important to bear in mind that everyone naturally possesses basic goodness
YOUTH IN FOCUS: Hi Lama. I always see you on the streets helping our lost youth and addicts. I know many of the guys are not willing to change so they keep going back to old habits. How do you keep...
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SNV celebrates 50 years of fruitful partnership
MAIN STORY: It was 27 years ago when the Netherlands Development Organization (SNV) reached Bhutan. And since then, it has been Bhutan’s important development partner. This international development...
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Trhuechu: The Holy Water
WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO: Purification through meditation and ablution in order to wash away defiling elements is an important practice in tantric Buddhism. Sanctified water is used along with...
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How to use these equipment
HEALTH AND FITNESS: Hip twister/rotator Objective: To stretch and stimulate the oblique (hip) muscle that are responsible for our hip rotation. How to use: Place foot together on the circular platform,...
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Breaking the taboo and augmenting hygienic practice
MAIN STORY: Sitting in one of the classes in Zilnon Namgyeling Primary School in Thimphu is Sonam who is older than most of her female classmates. The 15 year-old is also the first in her class who...
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Infuse your work space with energy, compassion and awareness
YOUTH IN FOCUS: I am 29 years old man, I am really confused of my existence, I have struggled a lot to find a job and after two years of tiresome chase, I finally landed in a job but couldn’t be there...
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The changing face of Laya
MAIN STORY: If you are trekking up to Laya, pray that you don’t have to buy any groceries, especially salt. In Laya, a bottle of Chinese beer or a chunk of dairy product comes far cheaper than a...
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Zhabten for His Majesty, The Fourth Druk Gyalpo – A Translation
WHAT WE DO WHY WE DO: Zhabten is a prayer made for the long life of an important person. Like Tenzhug, it is a request normally made to enlightened figure to remain long in the world to benefit...
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Pet craze, a growing culture
MAIN STORY: What is it about our furry friends that capture our heart at the mere sight of them? What is it about their button-like nose and cotton candy fur that draws us? The thing is, the answers...
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Giving a child wisdom is the best gift a parent or teacher can offer
YOUTH IN FOCUS: I’m 17 years old and my parents are getting divorced and not showing any concern for me. I feel hurt and lost. I drink at night to take away the pain. I know this is not helping the...
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Way for cycling enthusiast in Thimphu
MAIN STORY: The 27.5km multipurpose trail from Taba to Buddha Point is the new love for biking enthusiasts in Thimphu. The newly constructed trail provides an opportunity to connect the individuals...
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Srungkue: The Blessed Protection Cord
WHAT WE DO WHY WE DO: Bhutan has an old culture of wearing Srungkue (སྲུང་སྐུད་) or protection cords. They are also known as Srungdue (སྲུང་མདུད་) or protection knots. The blessed protection cords are...
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How to use these equipment
HEALTH AND FITNESS: Stationary bike Objective: To strengthen the lower body and a very good cardiovascular exercise. How to use: Exactly like riding a bike, sit and pedal away while holding on. Leg...
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Passion to grow and sell radiant flowers
MAIN STORY: Winter is a dry season bereft of any signs of life on earth. It is a time when cold wind blow over the parched landscape. And then the snow will come. In the midst of the cold season,...
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To reflect on the purpose of life
YOUTH IN FOCUS: My parents are fighting with my aunts and uncles over my late-grandparent’s land. I used to be really close with my cousins, but now I feel shy to talk with them. Even my parents are...
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