Michael Naparstek

2 months ago | everythingzoomer.com | Michael Naparstek

| February 18th, 2025Daoism, which emphasizes harmony with nature, can inform individuals on their relationship with the environment. Photo: DK Ho/Getty ImagesNew Year’s resolutions often come with a renewed investment in making our bodies healthier. Many may take to the newest diet plan or sign up for a health club membership, but it is worth taking some time to consider what actually constitutes a healthy, happy body. Taoist visions of the body form a central part of my research.

Oct 1, 2024 | atlasobscura.com | Michael Naparstek

This story was originally published on The Conversation. It appears here under a Creative Commons license. The recent launch of the video game “Black Myth: Wukong” has broken numerous records around the world for the number of users. The game is set in the world of the famous Chinese novel Journey to the West, where players battle gods and demons of traditional popular Chinese religion.

Oct 1, 2024 | flipboard.com | Michael Naparstek

Finance1 hour ago‘Expect Fireworks’—BlackRock CEO Issues Serious Fed Warning As A China ‘Tsunami’ Is Predicted To Hit Crypto And The Bitcoin PriceForbes - Billy Bambrough • 1hBitcoin has swung wildly over the last few months as Donald Trump, China, BlackRock and the Federal Reserve fuel a perfect storm for crypto.

Sep 23, 2024 | religionnews.com | Michael Naparstek |Rizki Fauzi

(The Conversation) — The recent launch of the video game “Black Myth: Wukong” has broken numerous records around the world for the number of users. The game is set in the world of the famous Chinese novel “Journey to the West,” where players battle gods and demons of traditional popular Chinese religion. In the first few weeks following its release on Aug. 19, 2024, “Black Myth: Wukong” had reportedly sold over 18 million copies, making it one of the fastest-selling games of all time.

Sep 23, 2024 | tolerance.ca | Michael Naparstek

By Michael Naparstek, Lecturer in Religious Studies, University of Tennessee The game allows players to free Sun Wukong, the monkey protagonist from the popular 16th century novel ‘Journey to the West,’ and introduces players to the complexity of Chinese religion. Read complete article© The Conversation -