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‘Petals of Peace’ in Moldovan Schools

World NewsFebruary 4, 20180Comments

Falun Dafa practitioners in Moldova attended an educational conference and presented the ‘Petals of Peace’ project, which invites people of all ages to fold a paper lotus flower as a gesture of peace and friendship to less fortunate children and children of Falun Gong practitioners, who have been brutally persecuted in China for almost two…

Melbourne: Tian Guo Marching Band Delights the Crowd at Australia Day Parade

Australia NewsFebruary 4, 20180Comments

Falun Gong had a substantial presence in Melbourne's Australia Day 2018 Parade on January 26. The procession was led off by the Tian Guo Marching Band, and also included a Falun Gong exercise demonstration and a brightly yellow-clad band of waist drummers. Spectators expressed their appreciation for the beautiful music and resounding performances. Dance group. The Exercises…

Australia Day Parade in Adelaide: “Our Society Needs These Principles”

Australia NewsFebruary 4, 20180Comments

At the recent Australia Day Parade in Adelaide on January 26, the lotus-themed float by Falun Dafa practitioners once again became a highlight. Over 150 groups attended the event, which attracted nearly 40,000 spectators. Despite the summer heat of about 87°F (31°C), visitors were excited to see the practitioners’ demonstration of Falun Dafa exercises and…

Shen Yun Begins 2018 Oceania Tour in Toowoomba

Australia NewsFebruary 4, 20180Comments

Shen Yun Performing Arts kicked off its 2018 Oceania tour on January 18 at the Empire Theatre in Toowoomba, Australia. The company next presented three performances at the Arts Centre Gold Coast in Queensland on January 20-21. This season, Shen Yun will be performing over 20 shows in eight cities in Australia and New Zealand…

Ireland: Introducing Falun Gong at Balance Expo in Killarney

World NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

The Balance Expo, which is billed as “Ireland’s Premier Event for Healthy Lifestyle Enthusiasts” was held in Killarney, a city in the southwest of Ireland, on January 14. Many politicians and sports fans participated. Local Falun Gong practitioners set up a booth to introduce their peaceful spiritual practice to event attendees. Sean Kelly, Member of European Parliament,…

Drugged in Custody, Liaoning Woman Dies 5 Years after Being Released from Prison (Graphic Photo)

China News, World NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

A 55-year-old woman in Shenyang City died of multiple organ failure on January 7, 2018. Ms. Wu Yefeng’s family attributed her untimely death to the abuse and torture she suffered at Liaoning Province Women’s Prison. Ms. Wu was arrested on June 15, 2008 for refusing to renounce Falun Gong, a spiritual discipline being persecuted by…

India: Kannada Translation of Falun Gong Book Released

World NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) was introduced in Bangalore in 2001. Since then, practitioners have taught the spiritual and meditation practice across the state of Karnataka in schools and colleges, corporations and clubs, and NGOs, such as the Dignity Foundation. Karnataka is the eighth largest state in India by area and the ninth…

Despite Appeals Entire Family Sentenced to Prison for Their Beliefs

China NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

Mr. Zhou Dunwang, his wife and son were arrested in November 2016 because they are Falun Gong practitioners. The Wucheng District Court of Jinhua City sentenced them on September 7, 2017: Mr. Zhou Dunwang to three years and nine months in prison, his wife Yang Xianfeng to three-and-a-half years, and their son Zhou Liang to one year and…

News Report Exposes Chinese Regime Harassment of Falun Gong in Canada

World NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

An article in the National Post on January 5, 2018, titled “'Don’t step out of line': Confidential report reveals how Chinese officials harass activists in Canada,” exposed how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) had used its overseas agents to harass Canadian human rights activists, dissidents, and the Falun Gong in particular. The article cited an…

Raising Awareness Worldwide: “Everyone Should Do Something [about the Persecution]”

World NewsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for Falun Gong practitioners all over the world who volunteer to raise awareness about the practice and the persecution in China at tourist sites and city centers. This report covers recent events in Sweden, Japan, and Taiwan. Sweden On the first weekend of 2018,…

Money Management Scams are a Type of Financial Persecution

InsightsJanuary 22, 20180Comments

Many practitioners were scammed and incurred financial losses when they participated in money management or investment strategies. The Minghui website has published articles about these fraudulent schemes but some practitioners still participated. Life is difficult for most Chinese people. No matter how hard farmers work they make little money or even lose money if market…

2017 Year in Review: Increased Awareness of the Ongoing Persecution

World NewsJanuary 10, 20180Comments

2017 marked the 25th anniversary of Falun Dafa's introduction to the public. Over 10,000 practitioners gathered in New York City for a rally, parade, and experience-sharing conference. Tens of thousands of greetings were received by the Minghui website from practitioners and non-practitioners alike around the world, highlighting the physical and spiritual benefits they have gained…