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They are all 500 calories! What's the difference between having an apple and a meat pie?

They are all 500 calories! What's the difference between having an apple and a meat pie?

With the same calorie content of 500 calories, does it really make a difference what you eat?

Tzu Chi Certified Volunteers Return “Home” for a Reunion on the First Day of 2024

Tzu Chi Certified Volunteers Return “Home” for a Reunion on the First Day of 2024

On the first day of 2024, 404 Tzu Chi Faith Corps and Commissioners came "home" for a reunion gathering. Everyone reflected on the past with gratitude and looked forward to a brighter future.

Tzu Chi Shares Experience in Buddhism Practice at the First Singapore Buddhist Symposium

Tzu Chi Shares Experience in Buddhism Practice at the First Singapore Buddhist Symposium

Mr Low Swee Seh, Managing Director of Tzu Chi Merit Organization (Singapore) Ltd. was invited to the First Singapore Buddhist Symposium to share Tzu Chi’s model of “Internal Cultivation and External Practice” in the community, as well as the Tzu Chi experience of developing its four missions in Singapore.

Dispelling the Taboos Surrounding the Ghost Month at the Auspicious Seventh Lunar Month Event

Dispelling the Taboos Surrounding the Ghost Month at the Auspicious Seventh Lunar Month Event

Is the seventh lunar month also known as the "ghost month" in Buddhism? Through a series of activities, attendees discovered more about the "Auspicious Seventh Lunar Month" from the perspective of the right faith, filial piety and environmental protection.

Care Recipient of Different Faith Forges Affinity with Buddhism via Buddha Bathing Ceremony

Care Recipient of Different Faith Forges Affinity with Buddhism via Buddha Bathing Ceremony

64-year-old Peter shared that undergoing dialysis has made him feel terrible, and he deeply understands the pain and helplessness of suffering from an illness. However, the mobile Buddha Bathing ceremony held at his home comforted him and gave him peace of mind.

Children Show Love to Their Parents through a Heartwarming Tea Ceremony

Children Show Love to Their Parents through a Heartwarming Tea Ceremony

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool's Parents Appreciation Day, which was held online for three years during the pandemic, finally resumed its physical format in 2023. For some children, it was their first time bathing their parents' feet and serving them tea and food, warming the hearts of their parents.

Tzu-Chi Foundation

Tzu Chi Buddha Day Celebration Returns Outdoors after Four Years

Tzu Chi Buddha Day Celebration Returns Outdoors after Four Years

It has been four years since Tzu Chi’s 3-in-1 celebration was last held in an outdoor setting. This year, with an estimated 3,500-strong crowd in attendance, Tzu Chi 57th Anniversary and Buddha Day Celebration returned to the Bukit Gombak Stadium.

Let Go of Your Mental Load to Open the Door towards Happiness

Let Go of Your Mental Load to Open the Door towards Happiness

Happiness is what everyone strives for throughout their lives, but what does happiness entail? David Liu, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Charity Foundation, shares the secret.

Empowering Türkiye Earthquake Victims through Fundraising Efforts

Empowering Türkiye Earthquake Victims through Fundraising Efforts

On the 5th and 19th of March 2023, volunteers from Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) spent their Sundays raising funds at multiple locations across the island in a bid to support relief efforts for Turkish residents affected by the recent earthquake. People from all walks of life contributed to the cause to convey their support.

Thousands Enjoy Themselves at Tzu Chi Festive Charity Fair

Thousands Enjoy Themselves at Tzu Chi Festive Charity Fair

Buddhist Tzu Chi Merit Organization (Singapore) Ltd. resumed its physical Tzu Chi Festive Charity Fair. It was an occasion to take in the delights of the food, the goods and the fun.

Tzu Chi Holds Family-like CNY Celebration for Care Recipients

Tzu Chi Holds Family-like CNY Celebration for Care Recipients

Welcoming the God of Wealth, distributing New Year couplets, visiting stalls, playing games, watching performances, enjoying plant-based meals, receiving blessings etc., were some of the fun participants had at the pre-Chinese New Year celebration...

Dharma Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation

Corporate Reduction of Carbon Footprint Begins with the Small Steps

Corporate Reduction of Carbon Footprint Begins with the Small Steps

In a bid to raise awareness of the importance of social responsibility and environmental sustainability among employees, DB Schenker collaborated with Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) to hold a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity.

Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation

Year-End Blessing Ceremony: Passing on Love and Wisdom to Future Generations

Year-End Blessing Ceremony: Passing on Love and Wisdom to Future Generations

As the Jing Si Aphorism “leaves” on the wishing tree turned into “apples”, clattering coins slid from the bamboo coin bank into the large ceramic pot, and people received the Red Packets of Blessings and Wisdom, everyone was once again reminded to be grateful for the past and stay hopeful for the future.

In Memory of Chua Hwee Pheng – Brave and Persevering like a Lion

In Memory of Chua Hwee Pheng – Brave and Persevering like a Lion

“I don't know if it's too cliché to say that, but 'as long as it is right, just do it!' because there may not be a second chance.” Chua Hwee Pheng, who suffered from a rare brain disease, once said firmly. And she practised what she preached as she always went out of her way to ensure that no regret remained.

People | Tzu Chi Merit

Nephrologists Answer Questions on Renal Conservative Care for Elderly Patients

Nephrologists Answer Questions on Renal Conservative Care for Elderly Patients

What are other medical care options available for elderly chronic kidney disease patients who opt out of dialysis? How to balance disease care and quality of life in old age? Let’s hear the advice from Nephrologists Dr Yeoh Lee Ying and Dr Teh Swee Ping of Sengkang General Hospital.

Charity Work | Tzu-Chi Foundation

Tzu Chi Celebrates Early Deepavali with Indian Care Recipients

Tzu Chi Celebrates Early Deepavali with Indian Care Recipients

To bring joy to Tzu Chi’s Indian care recipients, volunteers delivered festive gift packs to them and celebrated Deepavali with them via zoom. Tiya, a Tzu Chi care recipient, said: "This event is so full of love. I feel great to be able to participate in it!"

Dharma Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation

Tzu Chi Hosts the Last Plant-Based Party of 2022

Tzu Chi Hosts the Last Plant-Based Party of 2022

In 2022, a group of passionate Tzu Chi volunteers came up with the "Super Veggie Super Fun" campaign idea with the hope of reaching out to more people who have not adopted a plant-based diet...

Tzu-Chi Foundation

Traditional Culture Keeping Pace with Time – Lunar July, An Auspicious Month too

Traditional Culture Keeping Pace with Time – Lunar July, An Auspicious Month too

On the National Day public holiday this year, Tzu Chi volunteers wittily interacted with the public to dismiss the misconception of the great deliverance and promote the right faith and right thought.