Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Pete Thongchua Remembers Ray McDonald From Before Fame
Pete Thongchua attended Ray McDonald's funeral at Wat Yang Luang Temple on August 20, recounting their friendship since childhood and Ray's rise from unknown kid to 1990s entertainment icon. Their last meeting three months ago seemed normal
CP Group Gives 700 Movie Tickets to Staff for Mother's Day Film
CP Group distributed 700 movie tickets to employees and families for a Mother's Day screening of "Dear You...A Letter to Mother," a film celebrating gratitude and familial bonds that aligns with the company's core values.
ETC and BWG Launch Waste-to-Goods Exchange Program
ETC and BWG launched a waste-to-goods exchange program at Wat Phra That Ban Nuea in Saraburi Province, allowing residents to trade discarded materials for essential goods while diverting 4.8 tons of waste from landfills.
Revered Monk Luang Pho Chum Remembered in Large Bronze Statue
A revered Buddhist scholar and abbot of Wat Rajkham in Ratchaburi, Luang Pho Chum (1879-1955) is now honored with a full-size bronze statue commissioned by his disciples. The respected monk was known for his teaching, monastery restoration,
Leo Announces Intimate Concert With New Music Surprises
Singer Leo debuts his intimate "Leo Sit Close Concert" on August 22, premiering two new traditional luk thung songs and unveiling fresh arrangements with special guests Rung Suriya and Kung Suthirat.
Ling and Om Set for Major Concert in October
Popular duo Ling and Om are headlining a major concert called "The World Between Us" on October 17-18 at Impact Arena in Bangkok, with ticket sales launching September 5.
Family Announces Memorial Service Schedule for Ray McDonald
Ray McDonald's family has scheduled cremation and merit-making rites at Wat Yang temple from August 20-26, 2026, with Buddhist chanting sessions and a final ceremony on August 26 at 4:00 pm.
Viral Vegetable Seller Gets Special Surprise on Concert Stage
The viral "bitter melon boy" Namo received a surprise award at a GLO Miracle Music concert taping, honoring his inspiring story of selling vegetables to support his family. The episode airs Thursday and Friday on Channel 7HD.
Friends Embrace in Support During Time of Loss
Ray MacDonald, a figure in Thailand's entertainment community, passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 19, prompting an outpouring of support from friends and colleagues who shared embraces with his grieving family.
Animal Welfare Group Rescues Abandoned Husky, Seeks New Home
A two-year-old Siberian Husky abandoned in a Songkhla house for three months has been rescued and rehabilitated by the Hope animal welfare organization, which now seeks an experienced, committed adopter for the energetic dog.
Yamaha Rewards Volleyball MVPs with FAZZIO Motorcycles
Thai Yamaha Motor awarded two FAZZIO motorcycles to volleyball MVPs from the 7HD Sports Championship 2026, with Assumption School's Nattakorn Chuakwon and Kanchanaburi College's Sudaratana Levan each receiving bikes valued at 49,900 baht fo
Revered Monk Luang Phu Krap of Wot Krok Krak Passes Away
Luang Phu Krap Yanawatto, the revered former abbot of Wot Krok Krak temple in Samut Sakan Province, passed away peacefully on September 7, 1974, at age 81 after 61 years as a Buddhist monk.