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"Bhutan has transformed from a medieval society, literally with no roads, no clean drinking water, life expectancy in the 40s," says Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. Today, there is free health care and education, and life expectancy is over 70, says Tobgay.
Bhutan building Mindfulness City to create jobs, lure young Bhutanese home from abroad
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November 19, 2024 at 3:27 AM
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While in Bhutan, Lesley Stahl saw people, young and old, spinning large prayer wheels.

Dr. Lotay Tshering, a former prime minister, explained how they are used.
Experiencing Bhutan's ancient traditions
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November 20, 2024 at 12:45 AM