Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Adorable: Puppy Remembers Owner's Workplace After Just One Walk, Now Visits Daily
A puppy in China's Guizhou Province memorized its owner's workplace route after just one walk and now escapes home almost daily to visit her, delighting coworkers with enthusiastic reunions.
Chief Sangha of Sri Lanka Presides Over King Ashoka Commemoration at Phu Phasai Buddhist Temple
Sri Lanka's Chief Sangha presided over a King Ashoka statue consecration at Phu Phasai Buddhist Temple in Nakhon Ratchasima, drawing Buddhists from multiple provinces for rituals honoring the ancient Buddhist ruler.
A Lifetime of Care Never Forgotten! Uncle Hum Jokkmok Delighted as Nephew Bank Gives Him a Foot Massage
Uncle Hum Jokkmok beamed with pride as his grandson Bank gave him a foot massage, reflecting the lifelong bond between the family and the beloved comedian's gratitude for never being forgotten.
Ariyaloke the Sixth – Commemorating 104th Memorial of Luang Pho Patthan of Wat Huai Duan
Wat Huai Duan in Nakhon Sawan held a 104th memorial ceremony Tuesday honoring Luang Pho Patthan Punnyakamo, a revered Buddhist scholar and former abbot who passed away in 2566.
Fresh from the Temple Gate – Families Carry Merit Baskets and Make Alms Offerings at the Bridge of Merit, Welcoming the Dawn of Sukhothai
Families gathered at Wat Traphang Thong in Sukhothai on May 3 to participate in a nationwide merit-making program that attracted 58,000 Buddhist devotees, blending religious tradition with cultural tourism to support local communities and a
The World of Monastic Amulets – Viewing Coins of Luang Pu Saeng and Luang Pu Thongom
Rare Buddhist amulet coins from northeastern Thailand monks showcase intricate designs and spiritual significance, with examples from Luang Pu Saeng's Bodhi leaf coin and Luang Pu Thongom's egg-shaped prosperity piece demonstrating the craf
Special Report – Nakhon Ratchasima's Songkran Festival: The Grand Procession of Phra Kan Thar Raad
Nakhon Ratchasima revived its centuries-old Songkran tradition on April 13, parading an ancient Buddha image through the city with thousands of residents and tourists while celebrating the Thai New Year with water festivals and cultural per
Fresh from Youth – New Chef Competition: Small Bites, Big Ideas
University students nationwide can apply through June 30 for "Gourmet & Cuisine Young Chef 2026," a cooking competition challenging competitors to create festive finger foods in Asian, Western, or fusion styles, with finals in September off
Daily Horoscope: Which Zodiac Signs Will Find Romance and Success in New Ventures
Astrologer Bussaban provides daily horoscope predictions for all zodiac signs on May 12, 2026, with Aries facing work instability while Taurus attracts romance, and Sagittarius seeing success in new ventures.
Insurance Sales Agent Exceeds Quota, Sponsors Classical Dance Performance as Merit-Making Offering to Phra Rahu
Bangkok insurance agent Ms. Thidaratana sponsored a classical dance performance at Wat Srisathon in Nakhon Pathom as a merit-making offering after exceeding her sales quota, fulfilling a vow to Phra Rahu.
Land Sale Finally Succeeds After Prayer to Luang Por Somwang; Lottery Players Strike Lucky Numbers
A Chai Nat landowner finally sold a property he couldn't shift for years after seeking blessings from the revered Luang Por Somwang statue in Nakhon Pathom, then donated 999 eggs and offerings to the temple in gratitude.
Popular Street Vendor Fuerst Apologizes, Insists No Ill Intent—Fed Rejected Sausages to Fish, Thought It Was Appropriate Food
Popular content creator Fuerst Nittakarn apologized for feeding returned sausages to fish, insisting she thought the oil-free meat was appropriate food and meant no harm.