Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Venerable Luang Pu Supha's Amulets Gain Widespread Devotion
Venerable Luang Pu Supha, the respected former abbot of Sila Supharam Temple in Phuket, created highly venerated amulets throughout his lifetime that remain widely sought after by devotees today. The monk, who lived to 119 and spent half hi
Century-Old Durian Sticky Rice Boosts Income for Trang Farming Group
A farming group in Trang province is generating income with "100-Year-Old Durian Sticky Rice," a distinctive treat made from century-old durian trees and traditional sticky rice, now in its second annual production cycle.
Mitsubishi Foundation Launches Science Learning Program for Thai Youth
Mitsubishi Foundation's 11th annual Science Classroom program brought hands-on learning to over 50 students in Rayong, using engineering challenges, circuit experiments, and robot navigation to develop problem-solving skills beyond the text
Foundation Distributes Relief Packages to 9,000 Needy Families
The Po Tek Tung Foundation distributed 9,000 relief packages containing rice, canned goods, and clothing to low-income families across Bangkok and provincial areas on September 9, adapting its century-old merit-making tradition to serve mor
Judges Hai, Tak, Tukky Team Up For Singing Competition
Judges Hai Aaraporn, Tak Siriporn, and Tukky Sudaratana lead a singing competition where three students perform "Hidden Scent" by Palmmy on Channel 7HD Wednesday at 1:10 p.m.
Assumption Thonburi Claims Under-16 Football Championship
Assumption Thonburi won the Department of Physical Education–Deline News Cup 2026 under-16 championship with a 2-0 victory over Trairarnprai School at Suphachalasei Stadium on September 8, claiming their seventh title in the category.
Buddhist Amulet Collectors Guide: Luang Pu Kham and Buddha Chinnasiha Coins
Collectors prize rare Buddhist amulets including a 1938 portrait coin of revered monk Luang Pu Kham from Chachoengsao, blessed by multiple monks to commemorate his temple's ordination hall. The guide also covers other significant amulets li
Volleyball Drama Returns: Coke Pang Temple Stars Launch Championship Quest
The beloved volleyball drama returns with the original cast competing in the Isan Championship to save Coke Pang Temple from a corrupt official's land grab, while navigating fierce regional rivals and romantic complications.
Isuzu Delivers 47th Clean Water System to School in Ubon Ratchathani
Isuzu Thailand installed its 47th clean water system at a school in Ubon Ratchathani Province, serving 3,000 students and community members while cutting the school's monthly water costs from 900 baht and adding solar power to reduce electr
Cook Vegetable Oil Launches Organic Waste Innovation Program
Thanakorn Vegetable Oil Products opened an organic waste management greenhouse at a Samut Prakan school using black soldier fly larvae technology to advance circular economy and sustainability in the community.
Woman Discovers at 44 She Was Raised by Aunt, Not Biological Mother
A Thai woman discovered at 44 that her aunt, not her biological mother, raised her, learning the truth only after overhearing family discussions about when to reveal it. Mai expressed gratitude to both her aunt and biological mother for mai
YouTuber Ta Fedfe Repays 500,000 Baht Debt to Lawyer Kaimouk
YouTuber Ta Fedfe repaid a 500,000-baht debt to lawyer Kaimouk using earnings from recent live-streaming work, fulfilling an original agreement to create legal education content together.