Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Ancient Citrus Fruit Transformed Into Five Products for Wellness Tourism
A Uthai Thani village cooperative transforms som-sa, an ancient heirloom citrus fruit, into five wellness products including essential oil and mosquito repellent to boost sustainable livelihoods and attract health tourism.
Chiang Mai Devotees Honor Revered Monk's Memorial Day
Hundreds of devotees gathered at a Chiang Mai temple on September 23 to honor the annual memorial of Luang Pu Lah Tahtip, a revered northern Thai Buddhist master, with monks chanting, alms offerings, and scholarships distributed to the comm
Buddhist Amulets Guide: Luang Pho Phrom Coins and Others
Four revered Buddhist amulet coins are profiled, including rare pieces from respected monks like Luang Poo Huat (1992, under 3,000 made) and Luang Pho Cheua (1963), each believed to offer spiritual protection and prosperity.
Luang Pho Tio: Revered Monk of Wat Kuha Sawarn in Ratchaburi
Luang Pho Tio, a Teochew Chinese immigrant ordained in 1900, served as abbot of Wat Kuha Sawarn in Ratchaburi for decades, developing the temple into a major spiritual and educational center while establishing the district's first school in
Teen Filmmakers Discover Stories in Samut Sakhon's Backyard
Teenage filmmakers from eight Samut Sakhon schools created short documentaries about their community's coconut farms, canals, and mangrove forests through the "Young Protect Samut Sakhon" program, with three projects winning awards for turn
Three Judges Struggle to Choose Winner in Country Song Competition
Three judges deliberate over young singers competing in the "Hit Song Battle, Secondary School Power" programme, performing the classic country hit "Eyes, Heart" on Channel 7HD Wednesday at 1:10 p.m.
Bank Leicester's Family Thanks Kan Jomphol for Three Years of Support
Bank Leicester's family has expressed gratitude to Kan Jomphol and another supporter for three years of monthly financial assistance following the death of their relative, crediting Jomphol's pursuit of justice for improving their circumsta
National Sports Fund Backs Eastville Pickleball Championship 2026
The National Sports Fund is backing the Eastville Pickleball Championship 2026, which combines competition with grassroots training for over 140 participants of all ages at Central Eastville shopping mall.
Royal-Favored Bean Sprout Stir-Fry Debuts at Camelina Oil Festival
A two-week Camelina Seed Oil Festival opens October 2 at M Sphere shopping center, featuring over 35 restaurants and health experts promoting the health benefits of the royal-favored cooking ingredient. Princess Sirindhorn will inaugurate t
TSCC Autumn 2026 Closes with Celebrity Card Breaks
Thailand's largest collectibles convention wrapped a two-day run at CentralwOrld Pulse with celebrity-led card breaks and rare pulls, drawing over 200 vendors and collectors seeking vintage Pokemon, FIFA, and Dragon Ball cards worth million
RAD Beauty Unveils Four Influencer Brand Ambassadors
Thai beauty brand RAD celebrates 10 years with a brand refresh and launches four celebrity ambassadors—Seya, Miya, Jasmine, and Nika—alongside a new RAD Essential Glow Lip Treatment featuring innovative Shea Butter Flex technology available
New Buddhist Book Explores Protective Chants and Blessings
A new Buddhist guidebook explains the origins and meanings of protective chants and blessings, featuring eight auspicious recitations with detailed commentary and illustrations to help readers develop spiritual wisdom.