Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Phuket Foundation Honors Spirits of Unclaimed Dead
PHUKET: Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation held one of its annual ‘Te Krajard’ merit-making ceremonies yesterday (Aug 17) to dedicate merit to the spirits of unclaimed and homeless dead.
Thai Actress Nameuan Loses Pregnancy at Nine Weeks
Thai actress Nameuan Kannapahorn has shared her experience of losing her pregnancy at nine weeks, discovering during a routine ultrasound that the baby's heartbeat had stopped despite no prior complications. She had planned to announce the
Thai Actress Injured After Competing in Hyrox Fitness Race
Thai actress Janistar suffered severe injuries competing in the Hyrox hybrid fitness race and warned others to prepare properly, sharing painful physical therapy footage to highlight the risks of inadequate training.
Actor Builds New Home for Gen-Z Kids, Embraces 'Supportive Dad' Role
Actor Somchai Khemkla built a new three-storey home for his Gen-Z children, who wanted separate rooms to decorate according to their preferences, while he embraces supporting their interests from concert tickets to celebrity crushes.
Skincare Influencer Films Full Routine During Movie Sparks Etiquette Row
A skincare influencer with 2 million followers sparked an online debate after filming a complete beauty routine—including masks, creams, and snacks—during a packed movie theater screening, with critics calling it disruptive while others def
Luang Pho Dit Amulet Holds Rare Place in Thai Buddhist History
Luang Pho Dit Tisso, a celebrated World War II-era monk at Ampawan Temple in Nonthaburi, originated rare protective amulets featuring paired catfish designs and created first-edition medals in 1966 that are now extremely scarce.
Venerable Luang Pho Nge, Revered Monk of Ban Pai Tia
Luang Pho Nge, the revered abbot of Ban Pai Tia Temple in Samut Sakhon, died in 1968 after 34 years leading the monastery and becoming renowned for creating sacred amulets, particularly his famous Phra Somdej talismans.
TV Host Bam Delighted as Toddler Says First Word: 'Papa'
TV host Bam celebrated his toddler's first word—"papa"—as the nearly 15-month-old hits developmental milestones while the presenter balances parenting duties solo without hired help.
Singer Farida Hospitalized Again During Third Trimester Pregnancy
Singer Farida Hai Thongkham was hospitalized in her third trimester on August 16 after experiencing dizziness, rapid heartbeat, blurred vision, and persistent vomiting. The expecting mother shared her symptoms on social media, noting she vo
Online Seller Streams From Hospital Bed Despite Serious Illness
Social media seller "High Society Sweetie" streamed product sales from her hospital bed while recovering from stress-induced collapse, prioritizing her family business and three children's support over her health despite serious illness.
BE aLife Campaign Expands to Include Athletes Aged 50+
The BE aLife campaign adds a 50-plus age category to its fitness racing competition at True Digital Park, with over 1,000 participants competing in running and functional fitness challenges across multiple weeks in August.
Charity Distributes 6,000 Care Packages to Poor in Samut Sakhon
Po Tek Tung Foundation distributed 6,000 care packages to impoverished residents in Samut Sakhon as part of its annual Kin Kaew tradition, expanding this year's effort to address rising living costs and increased demand.