Beijing, Nov 16, 2025 (AFP) - China authorities approve arrest of ex-abbot of Shaolin Temple

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2025-11-16

Local authorities in China said Sunday they had approved the arrest of the former head of the Shaolin Temple, known as the birthplace of kung fu, over suspicion of embezzlement. Ex-abbot Shi Yongxin was removed from his position in July for "extremely" bad behaviour. Allegations of misappropriating project funds and temple assets saw him placed under investigation and defrocked. Authorities in central Henan province, where the Shaolin Temple is l......

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