Topic: Tibet

In Death, Jamphel Yeshi Has Become the Face of Tibetan Dissent

Reuters

Jamphel Yeshi, a Tibetan exile who set himself on fire to protest Chinese rule, died from his burns in New Delhi on Wednesday--and has now become the symbol and a martyr for Tibetan suffering.

By Dashiell Bennett

Mar 26, 2012

Tibetan Exile Sets Himself on Fire During Protest in India (WARNING: Graphic Photos)

By Dashiell Bennett

Jan 24, 2012

Tensions and Violence on the Rise in Tibet

At least one protester was killed and perhaps as many as 50 others wounded in western China on Monday, as violence between Tibetan activists and Chinese security forces continues to escalate. 

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By Caitlin Dickson

Jul 5, 2011

Today's Best

Five Best Tuesday Columns

On drug labels, Tibet, and Dominique Strauss-Kahn

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By John Hudson

Apr 27, 2011

Meet the Dalai Lama's Harvard-Educated Replacement

Tibet's new prime minister is 43-years-old and has lived in the U.S. for the last 16 years

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By John Hudson

Mar 10, 2011

What the Dalai Lama's Political Resignation Means for Tibet

On Thursday the Tibetan spiritual leader announced he's relinquishing his political power

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