Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Perth Weeratorn Thrilled to Debut in Stage Play, Takes on Challenge Opposite Aem Bhumi with Male Co-star as Acting Idol
Actress Perth Weeratorn makes her stage play debut in "Once Again... The More It Hurts, The More I Remember, The More I Love" opposite actor Aem Bhumi, whom she admires as an acting idol despite discovering he's funny and friendly in person
Em Phoomipat Takes On Major Theater Challenge! Praises Perth Verinratsara as Exceptionally Talented
Actor Em Phoomipat tackles his first large-scale theater production at Bangkok's 1,500-seat Rachadalai Theatre, praising co-star Perth Verinratsara's exceptional talent while adjusting to the vastly different demands of performing for a mas
'Rong Jo' Teams Up With Former National Takraw Athletes to Fundraise for Sports Court at Ban Chok Nasa Sam School
Deputy Lieutenant Suebtsakdi Pansueb and former national takraw athletes are raising funds to build a takraw court at a school in Surin Province, hoping to inspire more young people to pursue the traditional sport.
New School Term Begins: Six Students Hospitalized After Rash and Chest Tightness
Six female students at a Prachuap Khiri Khan school were hospitalized on May 22 with itchy rashes and chest tightness; doctors attributed the illness to heat rash triggered by weather changes and pollen exposure rather than food or chemical
Walailak University Pro Chef Program Sends Students to Taiwan for Training with Michelin-Starred Chefs
Walailak University's Pro Chef program is sending 28 students to Taiwan in May 2026 to train with Michelin-starred chefs and develop culinary innovation skills for international hospitality careers.
Auspicious News – Venerable Somdet Phra Maha Theeracharya Celebrates 89th Birthday
A highly respected Buddhist monk, Venerable Somdet Phra Maha Theeracharya, celebrates his 89th birthday on May 24, marking nearly seven decades in monastic service. The revered abbot of Wat Phra Chetuphhon in Bangkok and chairman of the Mah
Young Man Transforms Ordinary Balloons into Spectacular Artwork, Earns Millions Despite Facing Ridicule
A 37-year-old Chinese artist has built a multi-million yuan business creating elaborate balloon sculptures after being inspired by a TV show, overcoming initial ridicule by developing techniques that keep his creations intact for weeks or m
Nont Tanont Presents THE MOMENT OF SPECTACLE CONCERT - A Fresh Take on Live Performance
Nont Tanont headlined "The Moment of Spectacle Concert" at BITEC Live on May 16, featuring collaborations with multiple guest artists and an evening blending emotional solos with high-energy performances under the theme "Everyone Matters.
Woman from Nakhon Si Thammarat Wins Gold Medal in Oil Massage at World Championship
Soraya Thaoram from Nakhon Si Thammarat won gold in oil massage at the Wellness World Championship 2026, competing against 200 professionals from 22 countries.
Gometh and Buddhapumi Shine at Thailand BMX Championship Round 3 in Phichit
National team riders Gometh and Buddhapumi advanced to the finals at Thailand's BMX Championship Round 3 in Phichit, drawing over 2,000 athletes and supporters to the May 22-23 event.
Closing Out the Art Learning Centre @ MRT Phahon Yothin Station: Building Art Skills and Opening Doors to University
Bangkok's BEM awarded certificates to students completing an intensive four-month art training program at MRT Phahon Yothin Station, with graduates gaining portfolio skills that earned them acceptance to top universities including Chulalong
TO BE NUMBER ONE Project Holds Annual Network Seminar for 2025
The TO BE NUMBER ONE network held its annual seminar on May 11-12 in Bangkok's Pathum Thani Province, drawing a record 1,300 participants to review 2025 competition criteria and guidelines. The 23-year-old youth development initiative aims