Technology

The Kalighat Temple in Kolkata

Internet Pujas

Many Hindus practice the puja, a form of worship in which they experience a moment of connection with a deity. Online puja services give global access to Hindu temples.

 

Bottle of juice labeled Kosher for Passover

Kashrut and Genetically Modified Food

In the 21st century, some Jews have become concerned about whether genetically modified (GM) foods are kosher.

 

Soren Gordhamer, Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH), and Jon Kabat-Zinn on a panel at Wisdom 2.0 in 2011.

Mindfulness in Silicon Valley

With billions of dollars in funding from Silicon Valley and American consumers, mindfulness has impacted Buddhism worldwide.

Satellite orbiting the Earth

Muslims in Outer Space

Space travel can create several interesting challenges for Muslims, because some common Islamic practices are tied to geography on Earth or the orbits of celestial bodies.

 

Scientist working in a lab

Mormons, Genetics, & Digitized Data

Many Mormons have become interested in genetic research as they collect genealogical data.