Powerful Buddhist monks who have previously escaped punishment are the latest target of the government’s crackdown on excess wealth and alleged corruption
For a religious leader, the allegations were …
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'Kung fu' Shaolin temple abbot under investigation for embezzlement and misconduct ○
The temple confirmed the inquiry on its official WeChat account, noting that a joint investigation is being carried out by several government departments.
Shaolin 'Kung Fu temple' is rocked by sex scandal as celebrity 'CEO monk' is accused of fathering 'illegitimate child', 'improper' relationships with women and embezzlement ○
Shi Yongxin, also known as 'CEO monk' after he established dozens of companies abroad, headed the Chinese temple known as the birthplace of kung fu.
Head monk of Shaolin 'Kung Fu' temple faces criminal probe ○
Shi Yongxin earned the nickname "CEO monk" for popularising Shaolin kung fu around the world.
8 months ago
I met a Shaolin Master who can karate chop bricks, do press-ups on his thumbs and bend a spear with his throat. This is how YOU can follow in his footsteps: DAVID LEAFE ○
Throughout my interview with Shi Heng Yi I can't help feeling strangely nervous. The diminutive yet powerfully built figure in front of me is capable of feats that seem almost superhuman.
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